People Can’t Stop Talking About What Kate Middleton Wore to the Anniversary of This WWI Battle

By Linda Rodgers Updated: January 20, 2017

July 1 of last year marked the 100th anniversary of the Battle of Somme, the largest and bloodiest battle of World War 1. (By the end, 1.5 million soldiers had lost their lives.) To commemorate this sad centenary, members of the royal family went to France for the ceremony. Prince William and Prince Harry were there, and so was Kate Middleton, looking somber but extremely elegant as usual.

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But royal trend watchers were quick to spot that the Duchess was wearing a VERY unusual accessory. Besides the black-and-white coat and black pillbox hat, she had on something that may prove to be a huge hit come fall: a hairnet.

Yes, a hairnet, which kept her very stylish (and intricate) bun in place on a very windy day. Think this old-fashion look will become a must-have? If it’s on Kate, we say yes! Now see the photos in the gallery below for more of Kate’s unexpected fashion successes.

via GoodHousekeeping.com

Kate Middleton India

The Duchess kicked off a royal tour of India in this pastel, flowing number--and she played cricket in it! via Facebook
Kate Middleton Floral Gown

This bold gown has a lot more florals than we're used to seeing from her. But naturally, she made it work.via Facebook
Kate Middleton Malaysia Visit

She turned everyone's heads when she rocked this glitzy white and gold print while visiting Malaysia with Prince William. via Twitter
Kate Middleton After Birth

In her first appearance after the birth of Prince George, she dropped jaws in this sparkly, shiny dress. via Facebook
Kate Middleton Space

This space-inspired dress is out of this world! But it's fitting, since she's such a shining star. via Twitter
Kate Middleton Jackie O

Everyone loved her surprising nod to Jackie O's style in this smart checkered outfit. via Twitter
Kate Middleton Last Pre Birth

In her last public appearance before Prince George was born, she wowed everyone with this coat. But in true Middleton form, she recycled it during her second pregnancy. via Facebook
Kate Middleton Semi Sheer

The Duchess stunned everyone with this semi-sheer polka dot dress--a bold move for the usually subdued royal. via Twitter
Kate Middleton Tiny Baby Bump

She showed off her tiny baby bump from her second pregnancy with Princess Charlotte with this peplum top that boasted sheer sleeves. via Facebook
Kate Middleton Spectre

Only Kate Middleton could steal the attention away from James Bond, just like she did at the Spectre premiere in this daring sheer dress. via Facebook
Kate Middleton Solomon Islands

She got into this spirited getup while visiting the Solomon Islands in 2012. She even danced a little with the locals. via Facebook
Kate Middleton Action On Addiction

This textured gown she wore to an Action on Addiction event had everyone talking. In a good way, of course! via Facebook

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