Royal designer Amanda Wakeley just dropped a new collection with John Lewis - and it's very Kate Middleton

SHOP: Jigsaw's huge 80% off summer sale has so many pieces I know Princess Kate would love - including dresses, suits and knitwearREAD MORE: Kate Middleton's viral pink gingham blouse is back in stock at John Lewis - and it's certain to sell outSee more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy and REBEKAH ABSALOM, SENIOR FEATURES WRITER Published: 04:29 EDT, 27 August 2026 | Updated: 04:34 EDT, 27 August 2026 Daily Mail journalists select and curate the products that feature on our site. If you make a purchase via links on this page we will earn commission - learn moreJohn Lewis has launched its second capsule collection with royal-favourite fashion designer Amanda Wakeley OBE. Royal fashion fans were delighted when the renowned designer teamed up with the high street favourite to release a 16-piece range for spring, and now 12 more chic garments have been added to the collection. Wakeley, who has famously dressed Diana, Catherine, Princess of Wales, as well as Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, has brought her signature style to John Lewis. Featuring deep greens, playful paisley patterns, cosy wool knits and sleek satin, the new drop is exclusive to John Lewis and each piece is designed to slot seamlessly into an existing wardrobe and work across multiple occasions. Many of the pieces also feel like they would appeal to Princess Kate thanks to their polished aesthetic.Wakeley has been excitedly spruiking the line on her socials, saying: 'I've positioned this collection so it's premium luxury rather than full-on luxury pieces, which is great'.One of the standout autumnal pieces is a fringe wool cape that the designer called 'quite fun'. 'This was from a collection that didn't actually go into production, which is so sad,' she revealed. Shop the full Amanda Wakeley collection at John Lewis It pairs with the fringe wool maxi skirt and the sleek wool-rich car coat, both in a deep navy hue. Paisley could be set to be the hottest autumn trend as Wakeley has featured the pattern throughout.There is an olive and black paisley blouse which exudes 'boho glam' and can be worn with a matching maxi skirt. A kimono-style maxi dress also features the print, but if you don't want to commit to the style, there is a silk scarf that can be tied around a handbag handle or worn as a neckerchief or headscarf. The Merino wool blend crew neck jumper features a unique tie detail around the waist, and the wide-leg chocolate brown leather trousers are a versatile fall staple. The range also features an 'airshirt' in olive green and pink, which Wakeley said is great for wearing with a pair of jeans.Yet to be released is an ultra-chic satin and lace maxi skirt that comes in ivory and navy, as well as the coordinating lace-trim cami top. Items in the new drop are exclusive to John Lewis, and prices range from £95 to £875. If the new pieces aren't quite in your budget, you can still get in on the action as the spring drop is now reduced to clear.