The Duchess of Edinburgh wore one of her most girly looks to date when she stepped out on Tuesday at Buckingham Palace for a Royal Garden Party hosted by the Prince and Princess of Wales.
Duchess Sophie, 60, debuted the gorgeous 'Mikela' dress from Beulah London, which featured a pink floral print, embellished crew neckline, and puffed long sleeves. The garment also featured a cinched waist and bias-cut ankle-length skirt.
© GettyHer Barbie pink moment was teamed with her highest heels worn this year – a pair of patent platforms by L.K. Bennett. Adding to the romantic feel of her look, Sophie accessorised her ensemble with a hot pink envelope clutch by Sophie Habsburg and also a soft pink and cream hat by Jane Taylor – one of the royal's go-to milliners.
© GettyHer sandy blonde hair was worn in a classic updo to accommodate her statement headwear, while her subtle makeup look featured a rosy pink lip to tie her whole look together.
Sophie's busy week
It has been a jam-packed week for the wife of Prince Edward, who was spotted at the 2025 Orbis Visionaries Reception in London that same day.
The royal, who shares children Lady Louise and Viscount James with Prince Edward, wore her second new dress of the day – the 'Floral-Pattern Woven Knee-Length Shirt Dress' by Etro.
Duchess Sophie: 5 top facts
© Victoria Jones/Shutterstock1. PR girl
Sophie built a successful career before marrying Prince Edward. She worked for Capitol Radio and later launched her own public relations agency, RJH Public Relations, which she ran with her business partner for five years.
2. Dog lover
Sophie is a well-known dog lover and is the patron of the Guide Dogs for the Blind Association. In January 2025, she visited the organisation's training centre and had adorable puppy cuddles with a nine-week-old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppy.
3. Bahamas proposal
Prince Edward proposed to Sophie after five years of dating during a holiday to the Bahamas in 1998. He presented her with a two-carat oval diamond, flanked with two-heart shaped gemstones.
4. Stepping up
As the Duchess of Edinburgh, Sophie is a full-time working member of the royal family. She has augmented her duties since the Duke and Duchess of Sussex stepped back from royal duties and Prince Andrew relinquished his official roles. Alongside this, she balances being a devoted mum to her two children: Lady Louise Windsor, 21, and James, Earl of Wessex, 17.
5. Princess wedding
Her 1999 wedding to Prince Edward was low-key but still attracted 200 million TV viewers. Her silk dress was adorned with 325,000 crystals and pearls, and her Anthemion tiara was selected from the late Queen’s private jewellery collection.
The vibrant number was styled with her favourite 'Rosalia 65' pumps by Jimmy Choo and Sophie Habsburg's 'Amber' clutch in beige.
Penchant for print
© Getty ImagesSophie proved her affinity for colour and print on day three of The Royal Windsor Horse Show in Home Park, Windsor Castle earlier this month.
The royal was spotted alongside her husband of 25 years, wearing the star and crescent moon print 'Aueline' dress by Ghost under a wool blend ecru jacket by Isabel Marant.
The look was rounded off by her flat 'Valencia' espadrilles by Toms and a bucket bag to maintain a sense of daytime cool.
A monochrome moment
In contrast, Sophie opted for a striking monochrome moment in powder blue for the Thanksgiving service to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day at Westminster Abbey.
© Anthony Harvey/ShutterstockSophie styled her stunning 'Yahvi' dress from Beulah with a Jane Taylor hat and the snakeskin 'Ginny' clutch by Sophie Habsburg.
