Queen Camilla made an appearance at the star-studded A King’s Trust 50th Anniversary Celebration at the Royal Albert Hall on Monday evening and wore an unexpected ensemble.
She chose a vibrant purple lace dress by her go-to designer, Fiona Clare, but added a cape – and it was by Dior.
© Getty ImagesThe cape, worthy of an appearance on BBC's The Traitors Traitors, came in a beautiful deep magenta hue and cascaded down her back, covering her arms. The dress, which was on full display once Camilla removed her cape upon stepping inside, featured a V-shaped neckline and an A-line skirt.
© Getty ImagesAs per her usual style, the Queen added a pair of slip-on shoes by Eliot Zed with a capped toe and low heel. She also wore a diamond necklace and a pair of statement earrings.
A stylist weighs in
© POOL/AFP via Getty Images"This magenta cape is perhaps a little unexpected for the season, but given the British weather, it’s a perfect layer over this bold, colourful ensemble. The tone works beautifully with the Fiona Clare dress underneath, with the rich, vibrant shades ensuring the Queen stands out in a very considered way," fashion stylist and colour expert Leanne Jones tells us.
"It's also not the first time we've seen her in this silhouette - she previously wore a full-length navy Dior cape at the Palace of Versailles. It's clearly a style she returns to, and one that suits her regal, confident presence."
© Chris JacksonThe royal's Dior gown from her outing during the royal State Visit to France in 2023 was supremely elegant, styled with a midnight blue clutch and the breathtaking King George VI Sapphire Necklace and matching sapphire earrings and bracelet.
© PA Images via Getty ImagesLeanne rightfully points out: "From her collection of Dior bags to statement pieces like this, it’s clear Camilla continues the Royal Family's longstanding affinity with the French fashion house."
A major switch-up
© PA Images via Getty ImagesQueen Camilla is somewhat of a creature of habit with her array of Fiona Clare dresses. However, the royal switched it up entirely during The Badminton Horse Trials on 8 May, meeting members of the Ebony Horse Club in a pair of cigarette trousers.
© PA Images via Getty ImagesThey were styled, rather unexpectedly, with a pair of plain black trainers, as well as a crisp white shirt and a single-breasted blazer.
