Kate Middleton just confirmed butter yellow as the colour of the season during an appearance at Buckingham Palace – here’s how to wear the trending hue at any age
Butter yellow is arguably the biggest colour trend of not just last year but this year, too, and its pastel, buttery hue lends itself perfectly to spring/summer dressing., especially wedding guest dressing. And its just been approved by none other that Kate Middleton herself.
When it comes to timeless elegance with a modern twist, Princess Kate rarely misses. She knows just how to nail a trend without making it seem like a fad. And her recent appearance at The King’s Garden Party at Buckingham Palace in a gorgeous buttery yellow dress proved just that. Kate has confirmed that this hue is fast becoming the colour for spring and summer weddings. Forget bold brights or dusty pinks, this year, it’s all about understated sunshine tones that feel fresh, fun and light.
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And the beauty of butter yellow is that it is a universally flattering colour. Even if you think this tone won’t work for you, you’re likely to find a hue that will. If you’ve got a summer wedding coming up, we suggest taking some style tips from Kate and trying out a butter yellow dress, so we’ve rounded up our favourites on the high street that work for all ages.
Nobody’s Child Butter Yellow Puff Sleeve Zola Midi Dress
Available for £120 here
This stylish midi from Nobody’s Child features a flattering empire waistline, which can help to balance the silhouette and elongate the torso. The puff sleeves and feminine bow detail at the back add an extra touch of glam and drama to the simple dress shape.
What we love so much about this buttery dress is its versatility and how it’s suitable for all occasions, from weddings to the races and a summer dinner party. To style this, try a pair of platform heels (if you’re looking to add some extra height) or a pair of mules, along with some gold jewellery and a grab bag for an occasion-ready outfit.
Next Pastel Yellow High Neck Satin Maxi Dress
Available for £62 here
If you want to channel Andie Anderson in ‘How to Lose A Guy in 10 Days’, this is the dress to do it in. Satin dresses are always on trend for weddings, and we love how the trendy halter neck makes it slightly different from some of the strappy or cowl neck slip dresses we see a lot of.
This is also a great option if you don’t enjoy having your chest or decolletage out. At under £70, it definitely won’t break the bank.
Coast Collared Satin Maxi Dress
Available for £119 here
Prefer to keep your arms covered up? No problem, this Coast dress is more modest that some other wedding guest dresses around, you can even pin the neckline higher up if you want even more coverage.The elegant twist design at the front is so flattering and successfully conceals any lumps and bumps you may not want to be showing. While the full-length sleeves with a subtle flare help to elongate the arms and provide a beautiful shape.
Phase Eight Hannah Linen Dress
Available for £169 here
If you’re heading to a destination wedding abroad or a more casual wedding, a linen dress could be your best bet. Of course, this material immediately makes your outfit look more relaxed. However, linen clothing is always a good idea in the summertime. It will keep you cool and breezy throughout the warmer months, and not only is this Phase Eight linen dress functional, it’s so stylish.