Queen Camilla continued her run of polished winter outfits this week with another effortlessly sophisticated look in a bold colour.
The Queen wore a vibrant royal blue dress paired with black suede boots and gold jewellery to host the Booker Prize Foundation reception at Clarence House on Thursday (23 November).
Her Majesty, who is patron of a number of literacy charities, welcomed this year's Booker Prize authors to the house ahead of the prestigious awards ceremony, which is due to be held in London on Sunday.
It has been a busy week for the royal family, who hosted a state banquet at Buckingham Palace on Tuesday in honour of the arrival of Yoon Suk Yeol, the South Korean President, and Kim Keon Hee, South Korea's First Lady.
For the grand occasion, the Queen wore a red velvet floor-length gown which was paired with sparkling ruby and diamond jewels.
These included the late Queen Elizabeth II's Burmese Ruby tiara, made by the House of Garrard in 1973. To complement the striking headpiece, Camilla wore a matching ruby and diamond necklace and pendant earrings.
Earlier in the week, Camilla opted for another vibrant colour when she attended the Foreign Press Association Awards in London on Monday evening. She chose a seasonal staple - a velvet long-sleeved midi dress - in a rich emerald green shade for the event.
For more eveningwear and party dress inspiration, see our edit of the best styles out there on the high street this year below:
A polka dot dress is a wardrobe staple and this one is designed with a mesh overlay of dot prints, making it perfect for holiday season and beyond.
Tired of wearing red, green or sequins during the festive season? This John Lewis & Partners slip dress comes in gunmetal silver (an emerging colour trend for 2024). A more subtle approach to party dressing.
This gorgeous maxi from Needle & Thread showcases a stunning, tulle design. With its fitted waist, fluttering sleeves and flared skirt, it’s an oh-so-flattering pick. Perfect for a special occasion, such as a winter wedding?
Oversized bow detailed dresses have been a popular choice for the last few festive seasons and M&S’s shift dress is perfect for any festive occasion, from work parties to the big day itself. Why not try a bold red lip to get you into the festive spirit?
Another stunning black option, this dress showcases a side wrap design for a flattering silhouette. Combined with long sleeves and a midi length, it’s an elegant choice for party season.
With the effect of liquid gold, this luxe fabric is everywhere this season, making it an on-trend choice. An instant hit for festivities.
By Anthropologie By Anthropologie Pleated Halter Midi Dress
Although blue may not typically be associated with festive colours – there’s no denying it’s still a key colour this season. We love this navy-to-gunmetal ombre skirt, helping to give a flattering illusion as it draws the eye vertically down.
The White Company has combined sequins and an elegant and wider fluted-sleeve design to create an elegant dress for party season.
Nothing says “Christmas” like a red dress. A classic for a good reason — this design includes an on-trend puffed skirt. Pair it with gold accessories and your favourite party pumps.
Sometimes, you just can’t beat a black dress! This stylish midaxi dress gives maximum coverage without compromising on style. Its fun fringing makes it the perfect slinky number to wear to any Christmas party this coming season.
If you’re looking for a sequin dress that isn’t a traditional festive colour, metallic navy shades are a great choice this season. This design also takes advantage of an elegant high neckline and long sleeves. A more affordable The Vampire’s Wife alternative!
This shimmery pleated dress will for sure get you noticed this Christmas party season. Pair with a statement heel or flat for a bold party look.
