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Fashion buys appropriate for a Coronation celebration...

Coronation fashion ideas for women: the most stylish red, white & blue dresses

Coronation fashion
Hollie Brotherton
Lifestyle & Commerce Senior Writer
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The Coronation of King Charles III will take place on Saturday 6 May at Westminster Abbey. Whether you're making the most of the bank holiday weekend with a street party, jetting abroad, or even heading to the royal residences in the hope of catching the 74-year-old monarch, you'll need to choose that all-important outfit.

However you're celebrating, you can't go wrong wearing the patriotic colours of red, white and blue. From tonal styles to mixed hues in spring-ready prints, there are so many chic dresses on the high street right now, appropriate for everything from garden parties to more formal affairs. 

We've found the best pieces from the like of classic British brands M&S and John Lewis to royal favourites Boden and Reiss - scroll on to shop the edit.

  • Nobody's Child white dress

    Nobody's Child White Broderie Midi Tea Dress

    Channel Princess Kate and Duchess Meghan in Nobody's Child's white broderie dress and a pair of wedge espadrilles.

  • Mango red dress

    Mango Red Linen Shirt Dress

    Mango's button-down red midi dress is the perfect daytime piece. Made from a linen blend, it will keep you cool in warm weather. 

  • Rixo Mari maxi dress

    Rixo Blue Mari Maxi Dress

    Featuring a bold floral print and ruffles, Rixo's gorgeous Mari dress is a piece you'll want to wear on repeat this summer.

  • Me+Em

    ME+EM White Button Front Maxi Shirt Dress

    Iron-free with a button-down front and optional belt, ME+EM's stunning summer dress also makes the perfect beach cover-up. 

  • & Other Stories red midi dress

    & Other Stories Red Satin Midi Dress

    If you're heading to a fancy dinner or event, you'll want to be wearing this satin red dress by & Other Stories.

  • New Look blue midi dress

    New Look Blue Chiffon Tiered Midi Dress

    New Look's tiered blue midi dress looks far more expensive than its price tag.

  • Reformation Woodsen dress

    Reformation White Woodson Midi Dress

    We love the lace detail on this figure-flattering white midi dress from Reformation.

  • Boden ruched red dress

    Boden Red Ruched Bodice Midi Dress

    Boden's vintage-inspired red midi dress features a fitted bodice with a smocked back and figure-skimming drape for effortless styling.

  • Reiss Sophia floral dress

    Reiss White and Blue Sophia Floral Print Dress

    If you're looking for a floral number, Reiss has the prettiest halterneck midi dress in white and blue. 

  • Phase Eight blue dress

    Phase Eight Blue Gretta Broderie Midi Dress

    Phase Eight's flattering broderie dress features short puffed sleeves, cutwork detail and a contrasting textured bodice.

  • River Island denim midi dress

    River Island White Denim Midi Dress

    River Island's white denim midi is the perfect daytime party dress for the transitional seasons.

  • Soft tailored midaxi dress

    Karen Millen Red Soft Tailored Midaxi Dress

    Karen Millen's tailored midaxi dress looks beautiful as part of an all-red outfit.

  • Mint Velvet blue dress

    Mint Velvet Blue Striped Midi Dress

    We'd love to see this striped Mint Velvet dress styled with Kate's favourite espadrille wedges. Wear it for the Coronation and your next summer holiday.  

  • H&M red dress

    H&M Red Satin Dress

    H&M's sultry satin red midi dress is such a bargain at less than £25.

  • COS white dress

    COS White Shirt Dress

    We love the cut-out waist and elegant tie detail on this COS shirt dress in a crisp white hue.

  • Yumi skater dress

    Yumi Blue Mela Spot Skater Dress

    The royals love polka dots and we could see Princess Kate in this trending Yumi skater dress.

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