Sophie Raworth's dresses seriously impress me. The BBC newsreader is always well dressed, but the fashion she wore to the recent RHS Chelsea Flower Show were so flattering yet fashionable, I had to investigate.
Stepping out at the preview day of the annual flower show, the 57-year-old broadcaster took to her presenting duties in not just one, but three amazingly flattering dresses. All heatwave friendly but spot on for the occasion, Sophie's dresses were both smart enough for the event without being too formal - and turned heads for all the right reasons.
- We delve into the fashion of BBC's Sophie Raworth.
- The BBC broadcaster recently wore an array of stunning floral dresses to the RHS Chelsea Flower Show.
- Sophie's dresses were flattering picks from ME+EM, a label loved by royals and celebrities.
Kicking off proceedings, Sophie hosted a special BBC preview of the London event. With guests including Monty Don and Jo Whiley, it was Sophie's ME+EM dress that caught my attention.
© InstagramPeachy in tone and floral in design, Sophie's midi dress hit all the right style notes; its a linen dress to start, which means comfy and airy, while the embroidered picot trims along the collar elevate it from floral dress to fancy florals. According to the brand's website, it's created from an intelligently designed fabric that doesn't crease, which is music to a linen lover's ears as it's prone to creasing. It also has a belt, which helps to make the midi's silhouette even more flattering.
EXACT MATCH: ME+EM Linen-Blend Stencil Meadow Print Midi Dress
© ME+EMSophie then surprised me again by choosing another stunning dress, this time paisley in pattern - ideal for those who like a print, but aren't keen on florals.
© GettyThis dress, also by ME+EM, is an absolute holiday hero. Made from cheesecloth, the detailing and print make it smarter than your classic cheesecloth dress but it's super summery and casual if you want it to be too. I love the slightly longer length puffed sleeves, and the knot detail at the front is an updated version of a wrap. It's nipped in at the waist and flares slightly, to really accentuate your figure.
EXACT MATCH: ME+EM Cheesecloth Mono Paisley Print Maxi Dress
© ME+EMSophie added a pair of white trainers to keep the look laidback, a styling trick that is worth noting for when you want to wear your more occasion wear dress in more chilled settings. Alternatively, add heels (I'd go for tan) and a cream or white blazer.
Her final dress was an absolute winner. Again, from ME+EM, and for the last day it was covered in blooms - as she it should be for the occasion. It was the Floral Garden Print Midi Dress that really cemented my love of Sophie's fashion, as it is such a pretty, feminine but flattering dress. Covered in a botanical print, the cream hue gives it a softer feel and the ruffle trim and short puffed sleeves really elevated it.
© InstagramSophie accessorised it perfectly, with gold heels and a red trench - the colour against the neutral dress was inspired.
EXACT MATCH: ME+EM Floral Garden Print Midi Dress
© ME+EMIt's interesting that Sophie shopped for her Chelsea Flower Show dresses from ME+EM, It's a firm favourite of the famous newsreader too, as she turns to the brand for various event dressing from covering VE Day on the BBC to red carpet moments. This is also a brand loved by the royals including the Princess of Wales and the Duchess of Edinburgh.
The Chelsea Flower Show is always known for not just giving good flowers, but incredible fashion too, from Angela Scanlon's easy to wear quilted jacket to Bianca Jagger's flamboyantly floral suit.
