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Their Royal Highnesses Prince William and Kate, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, wearing a pea coat in Belfast, Northern Ireland. (Photo: Charles McQuillan/Getty Images)

Kate Middleton recycled an old favorite on Wednesday — a  bright red Carolina Herrera pea coat. This isn’t surprising considering the royal family’s penchant for wearing pea coats in all forms: cropped, long and flared.

Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge visits the National Stadium in Belfast, home of the Irish Football Association on Feb. 27, in Belfast, Northern Ireland. (Photo: Samir Hussein/Samir Hussein/WireImage)

The Duchess of Cambridge wore her Carolina Herrera version to visit the National Stadium in Belfast, Northern Ireland. She paired the coat with simple black tights and her signature L.K. Bennett black high-heeled booties. 

Looking back over the years, chic pea coats have become an integral part of Kate’s and Meghan Markle‘s wardrobes. The two duchesses have sported luxury versions from Miu Miu and Mackage, in a range of colors and patterns. We’ve even found that Queen Elizabeth’s rainbow spectrum of dress coats include pea coats.

Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge, visits Coventry Cathedral on Jan. 16, 2018, in Coventry, England. (Photo: Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images)

The Duchess of Cambridge attends the Coach Core graduation ceremony for more than 150 Coach Core apprentices at the London Stadium in October 2017 in London. (Photo: Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images)

As you prepare for the transition between winter and spring, consider this royal favorite: bright and colorful pea coats. They feature all the attributes the ladies of Kensington Palace love — tailored silhouettes, belted waistlines, oversize collars and statement hues. 

Keep scrolling to shop six pea coats with price tags better suited for us commoners.

ForeMode Women Swing Double-Breasted Wool Pea Coat with Belt Buckle in Shaded Spruce

ForeMode Women Swing Double-Breasted Wool Pea Coat with Belt Buckle in Shaded Spruce. (Photo: Amazon)

This coat’s flared shape and structured collar make it look royally luxe.

Shop it: $70, amazon.com

Unique Bargains Women Houndstooth Pattern Double-Breasted Worsted Coat

Unique Bargains Women Houndstooth Pattern Double-Breasted Worsted Coat. (Photo: Walmart)

Does it get more U.K. than houndstooth? No bright colors here, but this bold pattern will surely make an outerwear statement.

Shop it: $42 (was $87), walmart.com

INC Womens Belted Skirted Pea Coat

INC Womens Belted Skirted Pea Coat. (Photo: Walmart)

The color and cut of this coat make it look like it’s been taken straight out of Kate Middleton’s wardrobe.

Shop it: $79 (was $281), walmart.com

Calvin Klein Wool-Cashmere Double-Breasted Pea Coat

Calvin Klein Wool-Cashmere Double-Breasted Coat. (Photo: Macy’s)

A classic pea coat in a pastel shade like sky blue can instantly freshen up a basic black-and-white wardrobe.

Shop it: $100 (was $275), macys.com 

Calvin Klein Petite Double-Breasted Skirted Pea Coat

Petite Double-Breasted Skirted Pea Coat. (Photo: Macy’s)

If you’re not ready to go bold, you can never go wrong with a classic black version. This style features sleek eye-catching silver metallic buttons and a skirted hem for a royal touch.

Shop it: $90 (was $275), macys.com

Tommy Hilfiger Color-Blocked Pea Coat

Tommy Hilfiger Color-Blocked Pea Coat (Photo: Macy’s)

Spice things up with a color-block coat. If you prefer outerwear with more edge, this version is for you.

Shop it: $90 (was $150), macys.com

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