Kate Middleton is largely so beloved around the world because she comes across as so normal; as the proverbial Girl Next Door.
But Kate Middleton is Royalty.
And, on occasion, she wants to make sure you remember that.
Scroll around below to see what we mean, as we’ve collected a number of Kate Middleton photos in which our favorite Duchess is looking as regal as… well… you know.
Royal Film Premiere of ‘Spectre’
The Duchess of Cambridge wore a bespoke, jewel-encrusted Jenny Packham gown to the royal film premiere of ‘Spectre’ at the Royal Albert Hall on October 26th, 2015. Her Robinson Pelham diamond, blue topaz and white gold earrings ($21,000) belong to her mother, Carole Middleton, who first wore them to the royal wedding’s evening reception in 2011.
A New Duchess Emerges From Her Carriage
(Getty) After their carriage procession through London, the newly titled Duke and Duchess of Cambridge arrive at the Grand Entrance to Buckingham palace.
HRH Inside The Met
(Getty) The Duchess of Cambridge takes a sip of water as she watches her husband speak to a room full of St. Andrews alumni and supporters at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.
A Ceremonial Welcome
The Duchess of Cambridge looks on as the royal family prepares to welcome the President of Singapore and his wife on October 21st, 2014. This is Catherien’s first engagement since announcing her second pregnancy.
THE Wedding Dress
Catherine Middleton (in a Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen wedding gown) looks back at the crowds in front of Westminster Abbey on her wedding day, as bridesmaid Pippa Middleton holds her train on April 29th, 2011.
The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Service of Thanksgiving
The Duchess of Cambridge (wearing a lace Alexander McQueen dress and a bespoke hat by Jane Taylor) is driven to St. Paul’s Cathedral for a service of thanksgiving to celebrate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee on June 5th, 2012.
The Royal Tour of South East Asia
The Duchess of Cambridge (in Alexander McQueen) visits Gardens By The Bay complex during her tour of Singapore on September 9th, 2012.
Spotlight On: The Future Queen
A pregnant Duchess of Cambridge (in Emilia Wickstead) arrives for the celebration of The Art Room at the National Portrait Gallery in London, both of which she is a patron.
A View From The Royal Box
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge (in LK Bennett) sit in the royal box to watch day 9 of Wimbledon on July 8th, 2015.
Will and Kate Salute The Cenotaph
(Getty) As the state landau passed the Cenotaph at Whitehall during the royal wedding, Prince William gave a salute while Catherine bowed her head in respect.
The Baptism a Future King
(Getty) The Duchess of Cambridge (in Alexander McQueen) cradles her firstborn son, Prince George Alexander Louis after his christening at St. James’s Palace.
Out of Her Element
Middleton looks awkward in this photo. But she’s wearing a crown and sitting with the Queen. How much more regal can you get?
Just Call Her Katniss
Let’s face it: not many commoners just go out and shoot with a bow and arrow.
Flowers in Hand…
(Getty Images) … and a hat on her head that only she could pull off.