M&S stripe top channels Princess Kate’s look for £276 less | Royal | News

Princess Catherine may have marked her 15th wedding anniversary with Prince William sharing a heartfelt snap on social media, but naturally, it was her outfit that caught our attention. The Princess of Wales, 44, was pictured in a chic striped cashmere knit by Veronica Beard.

The only downside? The exact ivory and black colourway appears to have completely sold out. While a navy and white version is still available – and it’s now reduced to £177 from £298. Sizes are already disappearing fast, making it more of a lucky find than a reliable buy.

So, we did what we do best and headed straight to the high street – and this M&S bouclé top is a brilliant alternative.

While it’s not identical, it taps into the same clean, Parisian-inspired aesthetic the royal does so well. The classic ivory and black stripe keeps that timeless feel, while the short sleeves and slightly more relaxed fit give it a modern, wearable edge.

This M&S piece is crafted from breathable cotton, making it lighter, easier to wear and ideal as we head into warmer weather. And if anything, that works in its favour.

It’s the kind of top you can style endlessly – tucked into tailored trousers, paired with denim, or dressed up with a midi skirt for that effortless, put-together look. And at just £22, it delivers the same aesthetic for a fraction of the price.

Available in sizes extra small to extra large, it’s also far more accessible, making it an easy addition to your spring wardrobe.

Shoppers who have already snapped it up are clearly impressed. One happy customer wrote: “Love this top, fits perfectly, not too short in the body.” Another agreed, adding: “Stylish top.” While a third summed it up simply: “True to size, comfortable, value for money, matches with lots of colours.”