Carol Kirkwood's outfits

She's BBC Breakfast's long-standing weather presenter who never fails to raise a smile, whatever the British weather.

Following a short break in September, Carol Kirkwood has returned to our screens and brought back her signature sense of style, which often captures viewers' attention. Elegant and ever-professional, the meteorologist is an expert in finding high-street staples that fit the brief and the budget.

bbc breakfast weather presenter carol kirkwood in a burgundy top outfit with a poppy brooch in front of a mountainous landscape
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Digital Spy has done some digging to find out exactly where you can pick up Carol Kirkwood's outfits.

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Carol Kirkwood's wine satin blouse

Carol presented a recent episode of BBC Breakfast wearing a satin blouse in a gorgeous, wintry wine colour.

The weather presenter wore it tucked into a pencil skirt in the same shade for an elegant look.

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Vila Recycled Satin Blouse with Short Sleeves

Recycled Satin Blouse with Short Sleeves

Vila Recycled Satin Blouse with Short Sleeves

Credit: La Redoute

Mango Wool Skirt with Slit

Wool Skirt with Slit

Mango Wool Skirt with Slit

Credit: Mango

You can pick up a similar shirt and skirt combo to Carol's online. We've found this Vila aubergine satin shirt at La Redoute (£32), which is a great dupe.

Pair with this burgundy wool skirt with slit from Mango (£59.99) to achieve the full look.

carol kirkwood, bbc breakfast
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Carol Kirkwood's leopard-print dress

Carol was back with her trusty leopard-print dress in October – an item that has become something of a staple in her BBC Breakfast wardrobe. She's worn the dress several times in the last three months.

Her exact dress is the Animal Print Round Neck Midaxi Tea Dress from trusty Marks & Spencer, which is unsurprisingly sold out online.

Leopard Animal Print Short Sleeve Midi Dress

Leopard Animal Print Short Sleeve Midi Dress

Leopard Animal Print Short Sleeve Midi Dress

Now 89% Off
Credit: Next

Sister Jane Lise Short Sleeve Leopard Print Midi Dress Brown

Sister Jane Lise Short Sleeve Leopard Print Midi Dress  Brown

Sister Jane Lise Short Sleeve Leopard Print Midi Dress Brown

Credit: John Lewis

We've found a few similar dupes at the same affordable price point such as this Leopard Animal Print Twist Waist Short Sleeve Midi Dress available at Next for £46.

Those seeking similar puff sleeves should also consider this Lise Short Sleeve Leopard Print Midi Dress by Sister Jane. Available in sizes six to 18 and yours for only £98.

bbc weather presenter carol kirkwood standing beside a map of the uk
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Carol Kirkwood's abstract blouse

Carol looked smart in an unusual abstract blouse and trouser combo for a recent episode of BBC Breakfast.

We've been unable to locate the exact blouse Carol has, but believe these two dupes more than fit the bill.

Izabel London Brushstroke Print Relaxed 3/4 Sleeve Blouse in Beige

Brushstroke Print Relaxed 3/4 Sleeve Blouse in Beige

Izabel London Brushstroke Print Relaxed 3/4 Sleeve Blouse in Beige

Credit: Izabel London

Long Sleeve V-Neck Blouse

Long Sleeve V-Neck Blouse

Long Sleeve V-Neck Blouse

Credit: Next

Izabel London's Brushstroke blouse has similar colour hues as Carol's and can definitely be tucked into a pair of jeans or trousers. Yours for £35 (though if you're a new customer you can save 15% when signing up to the newsletter).

We're also fans of this long-sleeve V-neck blouse from Next, retailing at £34. It features the same abstract pattern but in slightly bolder colours.

bbc weather reporter carol kirkwood in a red dress
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Carol Kirkwood's red floral dress

Carol looked every inch a lady in her red spotted floral dress to give her weather report on BBC Breakfast recently.

We've scoured the web and have been unsuccessful in finding Carol's exact dress, but you can achieve a similar look with this Jolie Moi number available at Debenhams.

Jolie Moi Gavina Ruched Sleeve Mesh Maxi Dress

Jolie Moi Gavina Ruched Sleeve Mesh Maxi Dress

Jolie Moi Gavina Ruched Sleeve Mesh Maxi Dress

Now 43% Off
Credit: Debenhams

The dress gives off an elegant air, and features a similar V-neckline and a sweet floral pattern. And in further good news, it's on sale with £30 off – was £69, now £39.

a woman stands in front of a cloudy sky and an open field the field is brown and appears freshly plowed, with patches of green grass and trees in the background the woman is wearing a patterned dress and has her hands clasped in front of her
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Carol Kirkwood's brown and white leopard dress

Carol opted for another leopard print dress to present the weather forecast on BBC Breakfast in a recent episode.

We've struggled to locate Carol's exact dress online, but feel this Black Leopard Print Midi Dress from Roman looks very similar, with a V-neckline and cropped sleeves.

Black Leopard Print Lace Trim Midi Dress

Black Leopard Print Lace Trim Midi Dress

Black Leopard Print Lace Trim Midi Dress

Now 20% Off

The dress is currently on sale, with a 20% discount to benefit from - was £45, now £36.

bbc breakfast presenter carol kirkwood presenting the weather forecast for the week in a yellow satin blouse and black trousers
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Carol Kirkwood's lime satin blouse and trousers

Carol stopped traffic with her fluorescent blouse on a recent episode of BBC Breakfast.

We haven't been able to find the exact item online, but these two dupes are almost identical to the sunny weather presenter's.

Hugo Hugo Boss Evish blouse

Hugo Boss Evish blouse

Hugo Hugo Boss Evish blouse

Now 48% Off
Credit: HUGO BOSS

Tapered Ankle Grazer Trousers

Tapered Ankle Grazer Trousers

Tapered Ankle Grazer Trousers

The best deal is this Evish blouse from designer Hugo Boss – which has been slashed in price from £79 to £55. Snap it up at Flannels now.

If you're willing to spend a little more, you might like this Brunel silk satin blouse from British brand Joseph, which is also on sale with 30% off – now £277.

Pair with these Tapered Ankle Grazer Trousers from Marks & Spencer, a staple in any work wardrobe.

bbc breakfast weather presenter carol kirkwood in a pale pink shirt
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Carol Kirkwood's pink blouse and pencil skirt

Carol caught the eye with a head-to-toe powder pink look in October, wearing a satin pink blouse tucked into a pale pink pencil skirt.

While we've been unable to locate the exact outfit online, we've managed to find some affordable dupes that will give you the same sweet style.

Lightweight Crepe Midi Skirt

Lightweight Crepe Midi Skirt

Lightweight Crepe Midi Skirt

Now 61% Off

New Look Pale Pink V Neck Roll Sleeve Top

New Look Pale Pink V Neck Roll Sleeve Top

New Look Pale Pink V Neck Roll Sleeve Top

Credit: New Look

This New Look Pale Pink V Neck Roll Sleeve Top is an almost identical hue to Carol's and is available for £15.99 with plenty of sizes still in stock.

Team with this Coast Bias Cut Lightweight Crepe Midi Skirt – currently on sale for £26.00 – to recreate the look for yourself.

bbc breakfast weather presenter carol kirkwood in a black and white print dress
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Carol Kirkwood's black and white v-neck dress

Carol caught the eye in a black and white patterned dress in a recent episode of BBC Breakfast.

Whilst we haven't been able to locate the exact dress, we've found a dress from Hobbs that features the same v-neckline and long sleeves with a very similar spot pattern. And the good news is it's on sale.

Hobbs Drew Jersey Dress

Drew Jersey Dress

Hobbs Drew Jersey Dress

Now 20% Off
Credit: Hobbs

Hobbs's Drew Jersey Dress is an elegant fit that can be dressed up or dressed down - and it's currently a steal with £20 off (was £99, now £79).

bbc breakfast presenter carol kirkwood presenting the weather forecast in a blue and white tea dress
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Carol Kirkwood's blue and white tea dress

Carol recently wowed in her trusty Marks & Spencer outfit, manifesting some blue skies in their now-sold-out Printed Midaxi Tea Dress.

A popular item in Carol's wardrobe, it's been one of the weather presenter's staples over the summer.

Love & Roses Ruched Flutter Sleeve Midi Dress

Love & Roses Ruched Flutter Sleeve Midi Dress

Love & Roses Ruched Flutter Sleeve Midi Dress

Now 87% Off

While the Marks and Sparks dress is sold out and no longer on sale – your next best option is this Love & Roses Ruched Flutter Sleeve Midi Dress from Next which is a very convincing dupe of Carol's dress.

French Connection Cosette Smock Waist Midi Dress

French Connection Cosette Smock Waist Midi Dress

French Connection Cosette Smock Waist Midi Dress

Now 51% Off

Another suitable alternative is this French Connection Cosette Smock Waist Midi Dress, featuring the same colours and fit.

Good news: It's also on sale – down from £79 to £39 currently – with plenty of size options in stock.

bbc breakfast presenter carol kirkwood presenting the weather in august
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Carol Kirkwood's plum dress

Carol looked smart in a plum-coloured pencil dress while presenting the weather in October.

We've been unable to identify the exact V-neck dress in question, but we're fans of these dupes from Hobbs and Karen Millen that would work well for any party or work event.

Hobbs London Kim Dress

Hobbs London Kim Dress

Hobbs London Kim Dress

Now 31% Off

Hobbs's Kim Dress is the same style as Carol's, albeit in a hot pink colour instead of berry. The good news is, it is currently £50 off in their summer sale (now £109).

Those committed to the wine colour might prefer Karen Millen's Italian Satin Tailored Envelope Neck Pencil Midi Dress, which will set you back £229.

Note that the Karen Millen dress is only available in Petite, with the dress designed for those 5'3" tall and under.

bbc breakfast star carol kirkwood in a black tea dress presenting the weather
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Carol Kirkwood's black and yellow floral dress

Carol looked suitably summery in a black polka dot, yellow floral tea dress on August 28's show.

The dress in question is by British brand Finery London and is sadly sold out at Marks & Spencer in their summer sale (was £49, now £27).

Nobody's Child Blake Wrap Midi Dress

Nobody's Child Blake Wrap Midi Dress

Nobody's Child Blake Wrap Midi Dress

Now 28% Off
Credit: Nobody's Child

Those looking for a stylish substitute should check out this Nobody's Child's Blake dress – which just happens to be on sale, too. It's sold out on the Nobody's Child website, but thankfully, we've found it in stock and also reduced on House of Fraser.

You can pick it up in 8-16 for £47 now (was £65).

bbc breakfast weather presenter carol kirkwood wearing a blue blouse and black trousers
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Carol Kirkwood's blue blouse and black trousers

Carol swapped her usual dress for a shirt and trouser combination for a recent episode of BBC Breakfast.

You can recreate the look easily with these High Street items – including Carol's exact shoes from Marks & Spencer.

MINTLIMIT Mint Limit Satin Silk Button Down Shirt

Mint Limit Satin Silk Button Down Shirt

MINTLIMIT Mint Limit Satin Silk Button Down Shirt

New Look Black Regular Length Trousers

New Look Black Regular Length Trousers

New Look Black Regular Length Trousers

Stiletto Heel Pointed Court Shoes

Stiletto Heel Pointed Court Shoes

Stiletto Heel Pointed Court Shoes

We've found a convincing Carol dupe on Amazon, with this Mint Limit satin blouse (in blue 02) looking similar to the weather presenter's. You can pick it up in sizes S-XXL for £20.99 – and can currently save an extra 10% off with a handy Amazon voucher.

These New Look Black High Waist Trousers will be a staple in any work wardrobe and are a bargain for just £15.99. Pair with Carol's Stiletto Heel Pointed Court Shoes from Marks & Spencer (£29.50) for a business-smart look.

bbc breakfast weather presenter carol kirkwood in a red rose dress
BBC

Carol Kirkwood's red rose dress

Carol looked radiant in a red rose tea dress while presenting the weather in a recent episode of BBC Breakfast.

It seems the presenter's floral dress is an old wardrobe piece, as we've been unable to locate the exact one online, but have found some flattering dupes for fans of the red rose print.

Red Floral Ruched Sleeve V Neck Midi Dress

Red Floral Ruched Sleeve V Neck Midi Dress

Red Floral Ruched Sleeve V Neck Midi Dress

Now 64% Off

RO&ZO Rose-print ruched crepe midi dress

RO&ZO Rose-print ruched crepe midi dress

RO&ZO Rose-print ruched crepe midi dress

Now 30% Off

Head to Dorothy Perkins and take advantage of their summer sale, which sees this Red Floral Ruched Sleeve V Neck Midi Dress reduced to £23.40. The dress has a lovely floral design with short sleeves and a V-neckline, just like Carol's.

We're also fans of Ro&Zo's Rose-Print Ruched Crepe Midi Dress which is also in the sale with a £30 saving (was £99, now £69). The dress would make a great wedding guest outfit for the summer season.

bbc breakfast presenter carol kirkwood
BBC

Carol Kirkwood's geometric blue and white dress

Carol is no stranger to a tea dress when it comes to summer dressing, and we're big fans of this geometric style dress she wore to present the weather in September.

Carol's dress is a popular Marks & Spencer item, the Geometric Round Neck Midaxi Tea Dress, which will set you back £39.50.

Geometric Round Neck Midaxi Tea Dress

Geometric Round Neck Midaxi Tea Dress

Geometric Round Neck Midaxi Tea Dress

The dress is available in petite, tall and regular, with sizes ranging from 6-24. If you want it, you'll have to act fast, though, as a few sizes are currently out of stock.

bbc breakfast star carol kirkwood presenting the weather in a cobalt blue v neck dress
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Carol Kirkwood's blue belt dress

Another day, another pencil dress for Carol – this time turning heads with a cobalt blue V-neck dress and a black crocodile-style belt.

We've done the research and have accepted defeat in finding her actual dress, but those seeking a similar style will find these dupes more than adequate.

Friends Like These V Neck Midi Dress

Friends Like These V Neck Midi Dress

Friends Like These V Neck Midi Dress

Now 87% Off

Grace Karin Retro Dark Blue Dress

Grace Karin Retro Dark Blue Dress

Grace Karin Retro Dark Blue Dress

This Friends Like These Tailored Midi Dress is admittedly more of a navy blue than a cobalt blue – but it has the same V-neckline as Carol's with a belt to cinch in the waist. Available to buy at Next for £48, this dress is a steal for under £50.

If it's the cobalt colour you're after, then Grace Karin's retro cocktail dress is our pick, which you can pick up at Amazon. Prices start from £33.99, with the dress boasting a 4.2 out of 5-star rating based on over 3,000 reviews.

bbc breakfast presenter carol kirkwood wearing a pink and black floral patterned dress
BBC

Carol Kirkwood's pink and black dress

Carol brought a pop of colour to screens in a recent episode, presenting the weather in a pink tea dress with a black floral print.

We've been unable to track down the exact dress online but believe this High Street dupe will prove just as popular

Ro&Zo floral print wrap dress in pink and black

Ro&Zo floral print wrap dress in pink and black

Ro&Zo floral print wrap dress in pink and black

Now 43% Off
Credit: Ro&Zo

Ro & Zo's Ditsy Floral V-Neck Midi Wrap Dress (on sale at John Lewis for £45) is remarkably similar to Carol's, with the same flutter sleeve and pink and black floral pattern.

bbc breakfast presenter carol kirkwood presenting the weather in a navy skirt
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Carol Kirkwood's navy pencil skirt

Carol recently opted for another blouse and pencil skirt combination, this time in coordinating white and blue.

Carol's blouse is quite possibly an old wardrobe item, as we haven't found the item online, but you can shop her smart navy pencil skirt via John Lewis.

John Lewis Navy Taylor Ponte Pencil Skirt

John Lewis Navy Taylor Ponte Pencil Skirt

John Lewis Navy Taylor Ponte Pencil Skirt

Credit: John Lewis & Partners

The department store's Taylor Ponte Pencil Skirt is available in navy and black and would see lots of wear when dressing for the office. Priced at £39, the skirt has good reviews, with customers deeming it good quality for the price.

Carol Kirkwood's cobalt blue pencil dress

Carol is no stranger to a pencil dress, with this style delivering a smart, polished look when presenting the latest weather news.

This deep blue dress is no exception and is an outfit that works for the office or a formal occasion. Sadly, we were unable to find the exact dress worn by Carol here, but we've found a High Street dupe that fits the bill - and it's on sale.

Saige Dress

Saige Dress

Saige Dress

Now 50% Off
Credit: Hobbs

We especially like the pencil-fit finish of this Hobbs' Saige Dress in a steel-blue shade. Pick it up currently with a £60 saving, down from £149 to £89.

BBC Breakfast airs 6am to 9am each morning on BBC One, the BBC News channel and BBC iPlayer.

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