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    Kate Middleton gets thrifty at the French Connection sale

    We've got the lowdown on exactly what Kate Middleton bought at the French Connection Sale earlier this week

    By Suzannah Ramsdale
    Published 15 May 2012 In News

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    Kate Middleton at the Audi Polo Challenge 2012
    Kate Middleton at the Audi Polo Challenge 2012
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    We've got the lowdown on exactly what Kate Middleton bought at the French Connection Sale earlier this week

    Kate Middleton stepped out this weekend wearing a stunning Jenny Packham gown but we're pleased to discover the Duchess still loves a bargain every now and then.

    KATE MIDDLETON STEALS THE SPOTLIGHT IN JENNY PACKHAM GOWN

    This weekend the Duchess of Cambridge was spotted rummaging through the sale racks at French Connection on the King's Road in London.

    Ahead of her outing with Prince William and Prince Harry to the Audi Polo Challenge, the Duchess - accompanied by two protection officers - treated herself to French Connection's Winter Silk Vest Top in Iceberg for a frugal £49.

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    And we've got good news, folks! The chic and simple top is still on sale, so head to French Connection now and steal Kate's style.

    Get your hands on Kate Middleton's sale purchase

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    The 30-year-old was also spotted browsing high street favourites Jaeger and Anthropologie.

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