How Kate Middleton's Glamour Has Evolved Over The Years

Queen Elizabeth II's handbag has become an iconic part of her look. She's so into bags that she granted her favorite brand, Launer, a royal warrant, "the ultimate seal of approval and prestige" for brands who supply products for the royal family, the website states. So what does the queen carry around in these illustrious bags? Phil Dampier, an author who has covered the royal family for decades, told Hello! that the queen carries her reading glasses, a pen, treats for her corgis (!), a compact mirror, and a handkerchief. Occasionally, she'll even pack a crossword puzzle in there.

Following the queen's lead, Kate Middleton has created a must-have list of supplies that she always keeps with her in her purse. Marcia Moody, who wrote the 2013 book "Kate: A Biography," said that the duchess never leaves home without lip balm, a handkerchief, a compact mirror, and blotting papers to take care of any excessive shine (via Glamour). Sounds like Kate is pretty adept at watching and learning from her royal predecessor.

Unlike the queen though, Kate hasn't attached to one brand for her bags, a later publication by Hello! notes. She has been seen sporting LK Bennett bags, a favorite of high street London, as well as clutches and bags by Alexander McQueen, Dolce & Gabbana, and the very chic, if somewhat more casual brand, Longchamp. Clearly, she likes to keep her options open when it comes to bags. 

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