By Antoinette Bueno
12:16 PM PDT, June 28, 2011
"We wanted to keep it light and breezy for summer by using chambray fabric for both pants, which will keep the royal newlyweds cool and casual for their visit to the West Coast." —David Lim, designer of Kasil Workshop
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David Lim, designer of Kasil Workshop
Women's Wear Daily
"We wanted to keep it light and breezy for summer by using chambray fabric for both pants, which will keep the royal newlyweds cool and casual for their visit to the West Coast." — David Lim, designer of Kasil Workshop
Trina Turk
Women's Wear Daily
"Kate strolls Abbot Kinney in Venice in a slouchy double-breasted blazer over an acid pastel Deco Palm print bikini top, and a grosgrain-tied paperbag waist short to show off her incredibly slender waistline." — Trina Turk
Jenni Kayne
Women's Wear Daily
"The sweater-over-evening-skirt look is key for us — it adds an insouciant touch to a dressy ensemble. Shown here topped with a peak-lapel blazer, it is a perfect match for Kate's approachable sense of style." — Jenni Kayne
Larry Leight, founder and creative director of Oliver Peoples
Women's Wear Daily
"With these shades, the couple will fit right in to the culture and enjoy the L.A. sun." — Larry Leight, founder and creative director of Oliver Peoples
Kevan Hall
Women's Wear Daily
"I select my off-the-shoulder jersey bodice gown with an origami silk satin-faced organza skirt with a crystal baguette-encrusted jewel belt in a gorgeous shade of raspberry. This look is perfect for royalty walking the red carpet." — Kevan Hall
Rod Beattie of Bleu Rod Beattie
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"The sea blue color of this bandeau top and hipster bottom bikini from my cruise 2012 collection reminded me of Kate's engagement dress and ring." — Rod Beattie of Bleu Rod Beattie
Rachel Zoe
Women's Wear Daily
"At first glance, this look appears to be a dress, but it is actually two pieces — a maxi skirt and white blouse tucked in ... beyond! It's glamorous, Boho and sexy without being too revealing. Perfect for a beach party in Malibu. — Rachel Zoe
Michele Manz, creative director for Seven for All Mankind
Women's Wear Daily
"William and Catherine in Seven For All Mankind exude a natural, effortless off-duty California style with premium denim as the foundation." — Michele Manz creative director for Seven for All Mankind
Max and Lubov Azria of BCBG Max Azria
Women's Wear Daily
"We thought a relaxed strapless jumpsuit in royal blue would be great on her for a California evening and chose an easy yet beautiful tiered dress for day, with her favorite V-neck and a refined tea length." — Max and Lubov Azria of BCBG Max Azria
Tarina Tarantino
Women's Wear Daily
"Kate should wear pieces from my Hey Sailor collection as it's the perfect jewelry for a nautical summertime look." — Tarina Tarantino
L.A. Designers Dream Up Outfits for Kate Middleton's First Trip to CA
Women's Wear Daily
With the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's three-day visit to California kicking off July 8, "fashion bible" Women's Wear Daily asked some of Los Angeles's top designers what the stylish couple should wear on their first official trip to the Golden State. Top designers such as Tara Tarantino, Michele Manz for Seven for All Mankind and even stylist to the stars Rachel Zoe weighed in with their sketches. Here are some of L.A.'s top designers vying for the honor to dress one of the most watched women in the world – the one and only Kate Middleton.