The Kate Middleton Effect
Designers at London Fashion Week AW12 were widely aware of the ‘Kate Middleton Effect’ and know that if she wears just one item from a new collection, it would not only significantly increase sales, but also improve their brand’s credibility. This was clearly demonstrated last year when she opted to wear Alice Temperley and Whistles, causing the items to immediately sell out. As a consequence of all the publicity, the fashion retailer Whistles plans for international expansion, with stores set to open in the US and Southeast Asia later this year.
PETA’s Outrage
Although it does seem like Kate can do no wrong on the fashion front, she is still susceptible to the odd backlash. She was recently criticised by PETA, a bit too hastily, after being photographed wearing a seemingly fur trimmed shearling coat. A press release from the palace later set the record straight stating that it was, in fact, fake fur. This just goes to show how careful the Duchess now needs to be.
Kate’s Caused a Denim Boom
The Duchess currently seems to have created a boom in sales of washed denim jeans since she was seen out in a pair whilst walking her puppy through Kensington Gardens last week. Leading British retailer ASDA confirmed this by stating that even they had seen a major increase in their denim sales.
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