But it seems someone a little closer to home has taken the royal inspiration for most when dressing like your mother is best avoided but clearly Catherine and Carol don't mind as the duo mother and daughter stepped out in strikingly similar dresses during the show. Catherine and Prince William attended the show in London.

The mother of three made a dazzling appearance as she stepped out in her royal carriage to greet waiting fans at the Palladium Theater in London. Princess Catherine looked stunning in a black lace gown by Diane von for Stenberg, style name Zarita. Carol meanwhile appeared to have chosen a shorter version of her daughter's dress which she paired with strappy heels.

A style often championed by Catherine, both dresses were finished in lace. A powerful story hit the catwalk this season and both women completed their outfits with dazzling jewellery. This isn't the first time the couple has dressed alike. Not only did Princess Catherine share her mother's style, she also seemed to share her outfits.

Along with being an elegantly dressed Prince, William was always close to his wife as she met the waiting photographers with a smile. Kiki McDonough's earrings were made of blue white gold and diamonds which she carried with her black beaded clutch bag. Catherine is a fashion inspiration for many and it seems her mother turned to the Duchess when choosing her outfit last month.

Carol Middleton was spotted visiting her daughter at Adelaide Cottage wearing a coat that is also part of Royal Catherine's wardrobe. Duchess Catherine wore the same coat while visiting a hospital in London while Carol paired hers with some black tights. Catherine wore the coat over a beige dress, Catherine is famous for her impressive wardrobe of cozy coats so it was only fitting that Carol took a few notes from her style.