Photos: Princess Sofia of Sweden's best fashion moments

December 06, 2019 - 10:43 GMT hellomagazine.com

Princess Sofia of Sweden’s best style moments

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By Heather Cichowski

Like Duchess Kate and Duchess Meghan, Princess Sofia of Sweden consistently dazzles at every royal engagement she attends.

Since joining the Swedish royal family after she wed Prince Carl Philip on June 13, 2015 in a moving ceremony, the woman born Sofia Hellqvist has become a fashion icon.

She is recognized for her sophisticated silhouettes and for carrying off all shades of the rainbow.

Scroll through the gallery (or click through if you’re on desktop) to see Princess Sofia’s best style moments!

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A black dress is a classic piece for a reason. The Duchess of Värmland wore a timeless LBD at a ceremony for the Net Angel of the Year prize on Nov. 18, 2019 with Louiza Zakrisso.

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Princess Sofia of Sweden oozed sophistication in a burgundy velvet blazer at the Save The Children 100th Anniversary on Nov. 15, 2019 in Solna, Sweden. As always, her smile was as captivating as her ensemble.

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Sofia showed how to bundle up in style while visiting the Business House (Naringslivets Hus) to attend the “Philanthropy, entrepreneurship and research - the UN’s global goal is being reached!” conference on Oct. 24, 2019 in Stockholm.

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Princess Sofia of Sweden turned heads when she arrived at Stockholm University to attend the Learning and Dyslexia conference on Oct. 2, 2019 in Stockholm.

Her multicoloured plaid coat was injected with even more drama thanks to the powder blue pencil skirt underneath.

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At the opening of the new parliamentary session at the Swedish Parliament House on Sept. 10, 2019, Sofia amazed in a minimalist black dress contrasted with burgundy heels and hat. She added even more colour with red-orange nail polish!

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It was quite the fashion fiesta at the Polar Music Prize on June 11, 2019 with many Swedish royals in attendance. Sofia lit up the night with a dynamic white and red floral dress and coordinating headband.

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Princess Sofia of Sweden lightened up for summer in crisp white pants and a textured knit top at a symposium for Recovery From Anorexia at Sophiahemmet University on June 3, 2019.

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When Sofia wears black, she always makes sure there are interesting details in her outfit. At the World's Children's Prize for the Rights of the Child at Gripsholm Castle on May 9, 2019 in Mariefred, Sweden, she did it with the decorative banding on her jacket.

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At the Nobel Prize Banquet on Dec. 10, 2018, Sofia made jaws drop with her red gown with puffed sleeves. She wore the tiara from her wedding day, but the original emeralds have been replaced with pearls. The new jewels complemented her multi-strand choker perfectly!

Sofia was accompanied by Gérard Mourou, laureate of the 2018 Nobel Prize in Physics.

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Here is another instance of Sofia looking dreamy in blue. During the Italian state visit to Sweden, she wore the elegant pastel look to lunch on Nov. 14, 2018. The refined dove grey pumps and black clutch complemented the subdued ensemble.

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Gorgeous in green! Princess Sofia joined Prince Carl Phillip of Sweden and Princess Madeleine of Sweden at the Polar Music Prize award ceremony on June 14, 2018. Sofia stunned in a halterneck gown and her hair swept into a soft updo.

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Princess Sofia of Sweden and Prince Alexander of Sweden made for an adorable — and stylish — duo at the christening of Princess Adrienne at Drottningholm Palace Chapel on June 8, 2018. Sofia was blooming beauty with her patterned dress and petal-like hair piece.

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Princess Sofia was pretty in a pale pink suit when she was on a royal visit to The Sophia Party and presentation of Medals of Merit to Sophia Sisters on May 28, 2018 in Stockholm, Sweden.

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At UNDP’s Spring Gala at the Fotografiska Photography Museum on April 17, 2018, Princess Sofia made quite the entrance in a black maxi gown. Her textured skirt, jewels and red nail polish created a dramatic finish.

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The Duchess of Värmland looked sophisticated in black as she attended the Sophiahemmet college graduation ceremony at Stockholm City Hall on Jan. 18, 2018. The white lace details popped against the dark background colour.

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The Duke and Duchess of Värmland turned heads when they walked the red carpet at the annual Swedish sports awards gala on Jan. 15, 2018. Sofia's dusty pink tiered gown was a trendy-but-refined choice that no doubt excited royal watchers.

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Prince Carl Phillip and Princess Sofia both added festive touches to their outfits at the "Christmas in Vasastan" concert at Gustav Vasa church on Dec. 21, 2017 in Stockholm. The former reality TV star punctuated her grey coat with red lipstick.

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Sofia looked glitzy as she attend a formal gathering at the Swedish Academy on Dec. 20, 2017 in Stockholm, Sweden with Prince Carl Phillip. Her black textured coat and embellished headband added even more magic to her blue gown.

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Sofia doesn't shy away from prints. At a symposium on "Dyslexialand" at the Swedish Royal Palace on Nov. 21, 2017, she wore a cheerful midi dress. Queen Silvia of Sweden and Prince Carl Phillip were with her at the royal engagement.

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It is easy to see why Sofia adores pale blue. The expectant mother wore the pretty pastel to the charity party in support of A Sustainable Tomorrow organization on Aug. 2, 2017 in Bastad, Sweden.

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An expectant Duchess of Värmland and her family stepped out at the 40th birthday celebrations of Crown Princess Victoria at the Royal Palace in Stockholm, Sweden on July 14, 2017. Her ensemble was perfectly coordinated from the pink and black floral dress to her two-tone bow hat.

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This bold floral number is the definition of a summer party frock. So, it is fitting that Princess Sofia of Sweden wore it to the celebrations of Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden's 40th birthday on July 14, 2017.

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Her smile can brighten any day! The one-time model beamed as she arrived at the Opera House to celebrate King Harald and Queen Sonja of Norway's 80th birthdays on May 10, 2017 in Oslo, Norway. Thankfully the rain didn't dampen her exquisite embroidered gown.

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There's no need to dress in gray colours on account of poor weather. Princess Sofia brightened up the day with a longline teal coat over beige separates as she attended a lunch on the Royal yacht, Norge, during the celebration of King Harald and Queen Sonja of Norway's 80th birthdays on May 10, 2017.

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Princess Sofia of Sweden wears many colours, but she has stunned in green on a few instances. This time, she donned a silky jade gown to the Nobel Prize Banquet at City Hall on Dec. 10, 2016. She was accompanied by Professor Jean-Pierre Sauvage, laureate of the Nobel Prize in Chemistry.

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No uniform here! In a visit to the Fritidsbanken in Varmland, Sweden on Oct. 21, 2016, Sofia played ball while wearing a ruffled blue blouse, wide-leg trousers and pointed-toe heels. Her hair was styled in elegant waves around her face.

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Joined by Prince Carl Philip, Princess Sofia displayed a unique take on a black coat during a visit to Varmland, Sweden on Oct. 21, 2016. Notice the scalloped detail and contrasting white hem.

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At the "Porphyry: The Royal Stone" exhibition at Sven-Harrys Art Museum on Sept. 27, 2016, Princess Sofia delighted in neutrals thanks to her colourblocked dress.

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Look at mother and baby! The christening of Prince Alexander of Sweden at Drottningholm Palace Chapel on Sept. 9, 2016 was memorable for countless reasons, including Sofia's eye-catching pearl headband and ivory ensemble. Her look perfectly matched her first born's christening robes.
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Sofia's pale blue dress could be seen as a sweet tribute to the new addition to the Swedish royal family. She wore the pretty look to the christening of Prince Oscar of Sweden at the Royal Palace of Stockholm on May 27, 2016 in Stockholm, Sweden.
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What a moviestar couple! Prince Carl Phillip and Princess Sofia of Sweden looked like Hollywood A-listers at the >Swedish Sports Gala on Jan. 25, 2016. One could almost miss her baby bump because of the prim belted waist on her navy gown.
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Sofia bundled up in a deep brown coat and blue lace dress while attending the "Christmas in Vasastan" concert at Gustav Vasa church on Dec. 21, 2015 in Stockholm, Sweden. The expectant mother also debuted a shorter hairstyle!
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Accompanied by the laureate of the 2015 Nobel Prize in Physics, Professor Takaaki Kajita, Sofia made quite the entrance at the Nobel Prize Banquet on Dec. 10, 2015. Her full gown was a delight of details from the embellished neckline to the lace running across her skirt. She re-wore the emerald and diamond tiara from her wedding day.
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This green jacket she wore to the Global Child Forum at the Hall of State in the Royal Palace on Nov. 26, 2015 in Stockholm, Sweden had a streamlined silhouette, but didn't lack for details thanks to the pleating on the asymmetrical style. The hunter green shade really brought out her brunette hair!
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So many shades of pink! The Duchess of Värmland demonstrated her love of colour at the christening of Prince Nicolas of Sweden at Drottningholm Palace on Oct. 11, 2015. We love how the netting on her fascinator was perfectly coordinated with her dress. And her nail polish matched her burgundy heels.
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Princess Sofia of Sweden's visit to a consultant unit for refugees on Oct. 5, 2015 was another time she demonstrated she isn't afraid of bold colour or pattern. She wore both elements together with a tailored red coat and graphic black-and-white top.
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At the Royal Swedish Academy of Engineering Sciences' Formal Gathering on Oct. 23, 2015 Sofia made a stylish statement in a glittering peach gown. The shimmering fabric accented her pale blue sash and brooch.
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Sofia's wedding dress was one for the ages! She looked every bit the radiant bride in a lace gown designed by Swedish designer Ida Sjöstedt. The beautiful dress featured a train that was hand-cut and hand-stitched in the designer's atelier in Stockholm. Her bridal look was finished with a hand-embroidered tulle veil and a new Art Deco-style diamond and emerald tiara, which was a gift from her inlaws King Carl Gustaf and Queen Silvia of Sweden.
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You could say that Sofia wore her "something blue" to her and Prince Carl Philip's pre-wedding dinner on June 12, 2015 in Stockholm, Sweden. The bride was clad in a short-sleeved Zuhair Murad gown.
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Sofia showed that an understated look can still make an impact with her beige dress and black fascinator. The ores are an unexpected accessory, but they were part of the gifts given to the newly engaged couple during a reception at the Royal Palace on May 17, 2015.
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Sofia and Prince Carl Philip were one dapper duo at the Nobel Prize Banquet on Dec. 10, 2014. She looked resplendent in a raspberry gown decorated with shimmering embellishment and a full tulle skirt.
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The Swedish beauty radiated in white at the Royal Christening for Princess Leonore at Drottningholm Palace Chapel on June 8, 2014. Her pristine white coat had a subtle A-line shape and was trimmed with a textured band. A bow-adorned fascinator and silver-blue clutch finished the outfit.
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It's evident that Sofia always had a strong sense of fashion. On June 8, 2013, the then-commoner attended the wedding of Princess Madeleine of Sweden and Christopher O'Neill at The Royal Palace on June 8, 2013. Her cotton candy pink gown was cut to perfection with its draped neckline and billowing skirt.
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Before marrying Prince Carl Philip, one of Sofia's first big royal events was a private dinner ahead of the wedding of Princess Madeleine and Christopher O'Neill on June 7, 2013. The reality TV star shone in a gathered yellow gown.
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