Here we look at how Kate has transformed from the bronzed girl next door, running around St Andrews University and partying with Prince William, to an elegant future Queen.

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I heard that was sort of a moment, and you could see it in your white counterparts, women who had been, like, the girl next door.

Source: https://www.newyorker.com/culture/the-new-yorker-interview/the-undeniable-royalty-of-angela-bassett

Kristin Kreuk's Lana Lang started out as the girl next door that Welling's Clark Kent was pining for.

Source: https://screenrant.com/smallville-harsh-realities-rewatching/

The lyrics are extremely relatable, contrasting a girl next door and popular girl -- and the nerdy girl is pining away for a guy she can't have.

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While studying at St Andrew's University Kate very much took on the 'girl next door' style, keeping up with the latest trends, including matte foundation, rosy cheeks and black kohl eyeliner.

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