The Duchess of Edinburgh stepped out in London on Thursday and rocked a new formal burgundy look, and looked fabulous. Duchess Sophie, 60, opted for a burgundy wrap top with matching wide-leg trousers as she received an Honorary Fellowship from the College of Optometrists at Apothecaries' Hall in London. The cinched effect of the top created a more polished look, and the monochrome moment kept her outfit looking clean and sharp. Underneath, Prince Edward's wife sported a printed blouse with a collared neckline to break up the burgundy and rounded off the look with heeled boots.
Contrasting her sleek workwear, Sophie wore an unusually casual hairdo. Rather than her go-to bouncy blow-dry or chignon updo, the royal pulled her hair back and tied it into a low, messy bun secured with a faux fur scrunchie. For her makeup, Sophie also kept things simple with fluttery lashes and a bronzed complexion.
© PA Images via Getty Images"This look is effortlessly elegant, the deep suit feels modern yet timeless, with soft tailoring that flatters without overpowering," luxury fashion stylist Oriona Robb tells us. "The clean lines and wrap-style jacket give it a refined ease, while the tonal palette adds warmth and sophistication. It’s the kind of outfit that speaks quietly but with confidence, polished, feminine, and perfectly balanced for a formal engagement."
© AlamySophie's wrap set isn't the first time she has worn burgundy on a royal engagement. The autumnal hue is a particular favourite of Sophie's, and for good reason - it suits her so well! Keep scrolling for our favourite looks...
Sophie in burgundy
2025
© GettyEarlier this year, the royal attended the traditional Easter Sunday Mattins Service at St George's Chapel wearing a double-breasted ankle-length coat. She paired it with a berry-hued clutch and a soft pink netted hat, which was in perfect colour harmony with her outerwear.
December 2024
© GettyLast December, Sophie visited The Lighthouse in Woking, wearing a cranberry-hued coat teamed with an unexpected pair of bright green wide-leg trousers. Her blouse, which featured a pie-crust collar, was also burgundy – divine.
September 2024
© GettyEarlier in 2024, Sophie attended a British Fashion Council event at Burlington House in London. She teamed a tie-neck blouse in a rich red wine hue with patent stilettos in the same shade and also popped on a pair of textured trousers.
2021
© GettyFour years ago, Sophie attended the Princess of Wales' first 'Together at Christmas' community carol service at Westminster Abbey. For the special occasion, she dressed up and wore a gorgeous burgundy corduroy coat and continued the colour blocking with white trousers, a khaki blouse, and taupe heels.
© Getty ImagesWhen the leaves turn and the air sharpens, few people step sartorially into autumn quite like Princess Kate, and over on the The HELLO! Royal Club, The Royal Shopper, Leanne Bayley, has revealed nine of Kate's best autumnal style tricks and how you can copy them affordably. Click on the button below to get Leanne's expert advice now.
