Princess Catherine and Mother Carol Make a Fashion Statement at Royal Variety Performance

Princess Catherine has long been admired for her impeccable sense of style, often serving as a global fashion icon.

It comes as no surprise, then, that women around the world try to emulate her sartorial choices.

However, it seems that someone closer to home has taken inspiration from the royal's fashion sense.

In a surprising turn of events, Catherine and her mother, Carol, were spotted wearing strikingly similar gowns at the Glittering Night Royal Variety Performance.

All eyes were on Princess Catherine and Prince William as they made their fourth appearance at the annual charity event.

The couple went all out, embracing full glam for the occasion.

Joining them in their box were Catherine's parents, Carol and Michael Middleton, as well as her brother, James Middleton, and sister-in-law, Alizie Favonneth.

As the mother-of-three stepped out of her royal car to greet awaiting fans at the London Palladium Theatre, she appeared radiant and glowing.

Catherine looked stunning in a black lace dress designed by Diane von Furstenberg.

Interestingly, Carol Middleton opted for a shorter version of her daughter's dress, pairing it with strappy heels—a style often championed by Catherine.

Both dresses featured lace, which has been a prominent trend on the catwalks this season.

To complete their outfits, both women adorned themselves with dazzling jewels.

Prince William, always the smartly-dressed future king, stayed close to his wife as she posed for the awaiting photographers with a smile.

Catherine accessorized her look with Kiki McDonough earrings made with blue topaz, 18 CT white gold, and diamonds.

She also carried a black clutch bag.

This is not the first time that Catherine and her family members have been seen dressed similarly.

In fact, the Princess of Wales not only shares her mother's sense of style, but she also shares clothes with her sister, Pippa.

Carol Middleton was previously spotted wearing a coat that is also a part of Kate's royal wardrobe when she visited her daughter at Adelaide Cottage.

The Princess of Wales herself had worn the same coat during a visit to Great Ormond Street Hospital in London.

The Middleton men, James and Michael, looked dashing in classic suits and bow ties, while Carol and Alizie dressed up in elegant evening gowns.

They were in attendance to enjoy performances by renowned artists such as Ed Sheeran, Rod Stewart, James Blunt, and the casts of Moulin Rouge, Matilda the Musical, and Cirque du Soleil.

The Royal Variety Performance holds special significance this year as it marks the centenary of the Queen being its patron.

The tradition began with Queen Elizabeth's grandfather, King George V, in 1921.

It is uncommon for Catherine's parents and siblings to accompany her on royal outings, but they maintain a close relationship with both each other and the royal family.

In fact, they have even been invited to Balmoral, the late Queen's Scotland estate where she spends her summers.

Catherine and Prince William were also guests at James and Alizie's wedding in September, held in France.

Despite their high-profile status, the couple made sure to keep the attention on the newlyweds.

François Arizzi, the mayor of the idyllic hilltop village of Bournemouth-les-Mimosas, who officiated the civil union, shared his experience interacting with the royal couple.

“I was able to interact with William and Catherine in very poor English,” the mayor quipped.

“We talked about the charms of Bournemouth-les-Mimosas and its climate banalities.

It was a simple moment, and I wasn't more impressed than that.”

It is evident that Catherine shares a close bond with both her siblings.

She and her family even attended therapy sessions together when James sought care for his depression.

James expressed the importance of this support, stating, “That was so important because that helped them understand me and how my mind was working.

And I think the way the therapy helped me was that I didn't need my family, so to say.

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