People say Princess Catherine is “trying to compete with Meghan” as she flaunts her own version of a bright red dress. PHOTOS that had the public non-stop talking ar… See more

On Reddit, one commenter wrote, “Going for Meg’s quintessential oversized fit, except it just seems ill-fitting on her. At least the pony looks better than her usual hairdo. Also, isn’t this the first time she’s worn a suit to Wimbledon?”

Another user shared a similar opinion, writing, “Okay, I’ll say it: the suit is cheap-looking and ill-fitting. But I love the color, and the ponytail is a nice change from all those wigs and extensions.”

A third commenter added, “Oh I thought it looks dated and tacky! But then again, I know that the royal clothing standards don’t always allow for trendy fashion.”International Sports Competitions

Another Reddit user wrote, “Exactly my thoughts. I think this is the first time I’ve seen Kate in such an ill-fitted outfit.”
Catherine’s first Wimbledon appearance drew attention because she swapped her usual dress for a tailored powder-blue suit. The modern look became one of her most talked-about fashion choices of the tournament. | Source: Getty Images

Catherine’s first Wimbledon appearance drew attention because she swapped her usual dress for a tailored powder-blue suit. The modern look became one of her most talked-about fashion choices of the tournament. | Source: Getty ImagesChild Care
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The blue suit offered a fresh take on Catherine’s Wimbledon style. It paired sharp tailoring with a relaxed silhouette, making it one of her most distinctive looks at the Championships. | Source: Getty Images

The blue suit offered a fresh take on Catherine’s Wimbledon style. It paired sharp tailoring with a relaxed silhouette, making it one of her most distinctive looks at the Championships. | Source: Getty ImagesSuits & Business Attire
Her visit wasn’t limited to watching tennis. Catherine also met children from the Shine Camera Club, a program that helps young people build confidence and creativity through photography. | Source: Getty Images

Her visit wasn’t limited to watching tennis. Catherine also met children from the Shine Camera Club, a program that helps young people build confidence and creativity through photography. | Source: Getty ImagesRoyalty
Catherine wore her hair in a wavy ponytail, a noticeable change from the loose waves she often favors at Wimbledon. The hairstyle complemented the modern tailoring of her blue suit. | Source: Getty Images

Catherine wore her hair in a wavy ponytail, a noticeable change from the loose waves she often favors at Wimbledon. The hairstyle complemented the modern tailoring of her blue suit. | Source: Getty ImagesVisual Art & Design
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Catherine’s tailored suit stood out from the moment she arrived at the Championships. The crisp blue look showed she was willing to try something different while keeping her signature polished style. | Source: Getty Images

Catherine’s tailored suit stood out from the moment she arrived at the Championships. The crisp blue look showed she was willing to try something different while keeping her signature polished style. | Source: Getty ImagesFashion & Style
A Bold Change in Color Marked Championship Weekend

By the following weekend, Catherine had moved away from tailoring altogether.

On July 11, Catherine returned to Wimbledon for the women’s singles final between Linda Nosková and Karolína Muchová, where she later presented the Venus Rosewater Dish to champion Nosková on Centre Court.

For the women’s singles final, Catherine chose a bright red Roland Mouret dress that marked another shift in her Wimbledon wardrobe. According to ELLE UK, the ankle-length design featured a wrapped bodice, a belted waist, and a structured peplum hem that created a flattering, tailored silhouette.
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She completed the look with nude heels, a matching cream handbag, a delicate pendant necklace, and gold earrings, while wearing her hair half-up in soft waves.International Sports Competitions

Online discussion soon shifted from the color itself to comparisons with other royal fashion choices.

One Facebook user wrote, “Oh dear shorter dresses and hair x.” Another commented, “Trying to compete with Megan.” A second added, “This doesn’t look real, stop copying.”

Someone else wrote, “Upgraded the wardrobe allowance- and five years later follows the same trend as Meghan. Nothing original about this design except for Meghan choose it first. Oh well sharing the love it seems…[sic]”