The Duchess of Edinburgh is no stranger to a stylish midi dress, but her latest look is a cut above the rest, with a blue Broderie Anglaise dress we're calling the dress of the summer. Featuring a drop-tiered skirt, three-quarter sleeves and subtle cinching at the waist, it's a stylish and flattering choice for any number of events.
Sophie's versatile dress is the 'Victoria Broderie Dress' from Aspiga, a sustainable, London designed brand and is one of its best sellers. It's made from cotton, for a breathable fit, and is available in either blue - as worn by Sophie - or red, and has the option of a detachable collar.
At time of writing, the dress is still in stock on Aspiga and is available in all sizes apart from medium, which has already sold out. You can also find it at John Lewis, which is available in all sizes apart from large. At either retailer the dress is £210 and you can shop directly below:
Aspiga Victoria Broderie Cotton Maxi Dress Blue
Sophie paired her dress with a footwear choice which is a favourite of the royals - espadrille wedges. The Princess of Wales also frequently wears the shoes for summer events. GH fashion director Melanie Rickey is a huge fan of the choice, especially in a wedge format as it offers 'the perfect balance of height, comfort, and the ability to stay on the level, even when the terrain is not.'
She says that 'the woven jute sole of the classic espadrille is more than just a practical choice—it’s a subtle style signifier,' pointing out that Kate, like Sophie, opts for closed-toe styles. Spanish espadrille specialists, Castañer are a go-to choice for the royals when it comes to this footwear, but there are plenty of other options on the high street too.
Here are some of our favourite footwear picks to recreate the royal look:
