Kate Middleton Gives A Serious Boost To The UK Economy

The Duchess of Cambridge has helped give the economy a serious boost by ￡1 billion because of the girls trying to get their hands on copycat outfits, dresses, tights, jewellery, shoes and more.

According to a new report, sales of nude tights similar to those worn by the Duchess have increased by 65 per cent at Debenhams, that also sells copycat versions of the bridal and bridesmaid dresses that Sarah Burton designed for the Royal wedding.

High street shops have become to sell replica sapphire rings similiar to Kate's engagement ring, and nude patent court shoes similar to the L.K. Bennett 'Sledge' that the Duchess favours.

According to The Mirror, sales of sapphires have gone up 300 per cent, with M&S revealing that its ￡18 replica is its best-selling item of jewellery ever.

Not only are women trying to get their hands on Kate's dresses - with her high street numbers selling out all over the country - but women are also copying her hair colour too with sales of hair dye rocketing and showing no signs of slowing down.

Yesterday, we wished Kate a happy 30th birthday with some of her best moments from the past year... have a look through and tell us which was your favourite - aside from 'the kiss'!