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Kate Middleton red jumper© Max Mumby/Indigo

I think Princess Kate would wear Marks & Spencer's chic Christmas jumper - and it's so affordable

Channel the Princess of Wales in an all-red ensemble

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Hollie Brotherton
Lifestyle & Commerce Senior Writer
Updated: December 6, 2024
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Like it or not, Christmas is fast approaching. Whether you're already excited or you think any mention of the holidays is too much, the truth is, if you want to get your hands on the best party season pieces, you need to move quickly.

A Christmas jumper is a must in every winter wardrobe, and if you're more into chic and understated than novelty styles, I've found the perfect piece at Marks & Spencer. In fact, it instantly made me think of the eternally stylish Princess of Wales and her penchant for a scarlet hue.

Princess Kate stepped out in red in winter 2021
Princess Kate stepped out in all red in winter 2021

The 42-year old royal is often seen wearing red, and I think the M&S Collection Ribbed Roll Neck Jumper is a versatile capsule piece if you want to channel her this festive season. It's cut in a comfortable relaxed fit with a roll neck, and is part of the Soft Touch Collection.

M&S Ribbed Roll Neck Jumper

Marks & Spencer roll neck jumper in red© Marks & Spencer

The M&S jumper has just dropped online but it's already selling fast, and priced at just £29.50, it's no surprise. It's currently still available in sizes extra small to extra large. 

The Princess tends to wear head-to-toe red, as pictured above when she stepped out in a turtleneck sweater and a matching pleated midi skirt by Christopher Kane in London in 2021. She completed her outfit with tan accessories in the form of Ralph Lauren stilettos and a DeMellier bag, perfectly complementing the festive shade.

To get the full look, & Other Stories has this tactile satin red midi skirt that's so luxe. The glossy satin material will give your outfit a modern edge, too.

Or to go more understated, take notes from M&S who have paired the jumper with a pair of jeans - ideal for running errands during December.

Marks & Spencer styled the sweater with a pair of long indigo blue jeans© M&S
Marks & Spencer styled the sweater with a pair of long indigo blue jeans

For more styling inspiration, I love how Monikh paired her cosy red jumper with a black denim midi skirt by Frankie Shop last Christmas. She completed the look with a statement studded belt and barely-there black heels.

© @monikh

If you're shopping for a simple red jumper for the festive season but your budget is a bit higher, I'd also recommend this cashmere piece from Reformation. Retailing for £165/$168, it's designed to have a relaxed 'boyfriend' fit and will last you for years.

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