If you’ve ever tried spinning, you’ll know it’s a hard enough task in your gym gear. 

Now imagine doing it dressed up in full make-up, skirt and heels while in the full glare of the world’s media. 

Despite exclaiming: “Not sure I’m dressed for this,” the Princess of Wales smashed the challenge – beating Prince William without even breaking into a sweat – as the pair went head-to-head during a recent visit to South Wales. 

Princess Catherine also made her mark in the fashion stakes during the trip, with royal fans once again remarking on her elegant and stylish outfit, not least the chic houndstooth midi skirt she was wearing. 

Admirers hoping to recreate the look will have to look elsewhere as the Zara skirt is no longer available. 

However, there are plenty of alternatives and the beauty of the classic pattern is it isn’t just isolated to monochrome and can now be found in a range of colours. 

Meanwhile, the timeless nature of houndstooth, which is synonymous with fashion house Christian Dior, means you can purchase an array of styles and pieces featuring the two-toned pattern. 

Here are some of our favourite picks from local boutiques. 

KAFFE KASORINY HOUNDSTOOTH STYLE LONG WAISTCOAT BROWN – JONZARA
RAINBOW DOG TOOTH SCARF – SARA ALEXANDRA BOUTIQUE
CECIL PRINT MULTI-COLOUR BLOUSE – CILENTO DESIGNER WEAR
MILANO BLACK & WHITE HOUNDSTOOTH BLOUSE – CILENTO DESIGNER WEAR
IRREGULAR CHOICE CHERRY TART BAG – DAISY MAE BOUTIQUE
PARSON GLOVES – CRYSTAL BOUTIQUE
CREAM/BLACK HOUNDSTOOTH CARDIGAN – LS BOUTIQUE
BLACK & WHITE PRINTED BAG – PEARL & GRACE BOUTIQUE
PART 2 SONJA BLAZER – CAMEO BOUTIQUE
GIANT HOUNDSTOOTH COAT – BLUSH BOUTIQUE
WOOL BLEND JUMPER – HARRY & GEORGE BOUTIQUE