The Best Royal Fashion of 2019, From Kate Middleton's Ascot Look to Queen Maxima's Statement Hat
The House of Windsor had quite a year in 2019—but they weren't the only royals who had their moments. Particularly in the fashion sphere, Queens and Princesses from all over proved they're worth another look. Here, the 20 best royal style moments of the year.
Kate Middleton arrived at the first day of Royal Ascot this June in a stunning pale blue ensemble: a semi-sheer dress from from Elie Saab, and a matching hat with a floral detail.
Kate nearly always outshines her husband, style-wise. But this fall, Prince William had a sartorial moment of his own during the couple's royal visit to Pakistan. Will wore a stylish blue outfit from Karachi-based brand Naushemian, becoming the first member of the British royal family to don a traditional sherwani.
The Swedish royals can be counted on to go all-out for the annual Nobel Prize Award Ceremony in Stockholm. Here, Princess Sofia escorts Nobel Prize co-laureate Didier Queloz in a chic off-the-shoulder gown and turquoise-accented jewels.
At the same event, Swedish heir apparent to the Crown, Princess Victoria, went for a fringed tiara and voluminous ballgown. The simple white-and-black color scheme went well with her many royal orders.
Meghan Markle had a great fashion year overall, but this bespoke Dior number was a definite standout. She paired the dress with silver heels and a sleek updo for a reception at the British Ambassador's residence in Morocco.
When Meghan and Prince Harry introduced baby Archie to the world, the Duchess wore a simple white dress by Grace Wales Bonner. The designer is one of the U.K.'s most celebrated up-and-comers, and is known for blurring the line between art and fashion.
Jordan's Queen Rania made waves with her stylish, all-black outfit when she met with French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte this past March.
During a visit to Turkey, Queen Rania donned a simple, yet elegant pale purple dress.
Bhutan's King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and Queen Jetsun Pema made a fashionable pair at the Enthronement Ceremony for Japan's Emperor Naruhito.
Spain's Queen Letizia wore a knockout tiara and pink A-line gown to the court banquet following Emperor Naruhito's Enthronement Ceremony.
Letizia can pull off a more casual look as well. Here, she's wearing a pink suit and heels to see an exhibition at the royal palace in Madrid.
She may be 93 years old, but Queen Elizabeth's style game (much like her game, generally) is still going strong. The British monarch wore one of her favorite tiaras, the Vladimir tiara, and a jewel-studded necklace to a reception at Buckingham Palace.
The Queen has a habit of wearing a coat and headscarf every year when she travels to Sandringham for Christmas, but this year's pastel outfit was particularly fashionable.
Thailand's Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana is one of the most stylish royals around. Fashion design is one of her many talents—and her look at the Chanel Womenswear Spring/Summer 2020 show this October did not disappoint.
Queen Maxima of the Netherlands has a well-earned reputation for taking her style to, well, the max. At this year's Royal Ascot, she once again lived up to her name, donning a fashionable hat so large that nearly obscured her head.
Lady Gabriella Windsor, the daughter of Prince and Princess Michael of Kent, had her royal wedding this past May. For her big day, Gabriella worked with designer Luisa Beccaria to create the perfect dress.
At Emperor Naruhito's Enthronement Ceremony, the Japanese royals donned traditional dress. Princess Mako's jewel-toned ensemble was stunning.
Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall opted for a flowing white gown and drop earrings during her and Prince Charles's visit to Ireland.
Monaco's Princess Caroline (left) and her daughter Charlotte Casiraghi (right) made a stylish royal pair at this June's Karl Largerfeld Homage in Paris.
This was also the year that Charlotte Casiraghi tied the knot with Dimitri Rassam. Her Giambattista Valli dress was reminiscent of the gown her mother, Princess Caroline, wore to her own 1978 wedding.
The Best Royal Fashion of 2019, From Kate Middleton's Ascot Look to Queen Maxima's Statement Hat
The House of Windsor had quite a year in 2019—but they weren't the only royals who had their moments. Particularly in the fashion sphere, Queens and Princesses from all over proved they're worth another look. Here, the 20 best royal style moments of the year.
Royals from around the world had a particularly stylish year.
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