Kate Middleton Stepped Out in the 'It' Shoe of Summer 2024

Whether you follow tennis or not, there’s nothing better than the allure that is Wimbledon. Every summer, celebrities and royalty step out in their most fashionable looks to sit courtside while they turn their heads back and forth (IYKYK) to see who’s going to take home the match. But, in the packed stands with famous faces, Kate Middleton’s sighting over the weekend is the one I can’t stop fawning over, especially her shoes, a footwear style that you can snag for way less during Amazon Prime Day 2024.

The Princess of Wales made a rare public appearance on July 14 alongside daughter Princess Charlotte, and as is always the case with Middleton’s Wimbeldon looks, she aced it (wink, wink). Princess Kate went with a simple but enchanting outfit that consisted of a purple midi from Safiyaa that wasn’t your average midi dress. The A-line dress featured a flattering front-twist bodice as well as structured, puff-shoulder sleeves. The stunning lilac hue was fresh and fun, but still versatile and elegant. An ace!

The finishing touches included black square-frame sunnies, which she didn’t wear the entire time, and beige, slingback pumps that she did wear the entire time (although I would have swapped them for comfy sneakers or designer flats halfway through). Walking on grass might not have been the easiest in the mid-height pumps, but alas, Princess Kate prevailed, proving kitten-heel slingbacks are summer 2024’s ‘It’ shoe that show zero signs of fading. In fact, I, like Middleton, wore said shoes to my outdoor wedding in Italy, and I, too, prevailed in walking down the aisle and more.

Sam Edelman Bianka Slingback Pump

Jenn Ardor Kitten Heel Slingback Pump

Middleton always wears the best shoes, but this particular pair of tan slingbacks takes the cake—for several reasons. First, the design was *chef’s kiss,* with a patent pointed toe, humble 3-inch heel kitten heel, and a versatile, leg-lengthening hue; but second is the fact that the kitten heel slingback is a trending shoe so many celebrities, like Julia Roberts and Katie Holmes, royals like Queen Letizia of Spain, and fashion editors, like myself, have given their stamp of approval to—and for good reason. 

The kitten heel slingback typically boasts a low, easy-to-walk-in heel that’s ideal for everyday wear—or weddings, ahem—while the slingback strap that wraps around your heels ensures the shoe stays put all day long. Genius! I danced the night away in these, did a few spins and kicks, and they stayed put the entire time. So, it’s no wonder so many people are head over (kitten) heels. Prepare to see a lot more slingbacks these next few months. Everyone’s making the most of toe’s out—err, heels out—shoe weather (okay, I’m done with the puns!) 

So, shop some slingback heels I’m eyeing below.

Get the Look:

Naturalizer Tansy Slingback Pump
Shop now: $59 (Originally $99); amazon.com

Anne Klein Rosel Slingback Pump
Shop now: $64 (Originally $85); amazon.com

Franco Sarto Racer Slingback Pump
Shop now: $79 (Originally $115); amazon.com

Dream Pairs Kitten Heel Slingback
Shop now: $34 (Originally $43); amazon.com

Stunahome Pointed-Toe Kitten Heel Slingback
Shop now: $26 (Originally $37); amazon.com

Heelchick Kitten Pumps
Shop now: $36 (Originally $44); amazon.com

Tanaoen Pointed Toe Strap Kitten Heel
Shop now: $40 (Originally $50); amazon.com

Micifa Round Toe Chunky Heeled Pumps
Shop now: $36 (Originally $69); amazon.com

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