The Duchess of Edinburgh put her most fashionable foot forward as she continued her official visit to Nepal on Thursday alongside the Duke of Edinburgh.
Prince Edward and Sophie toured the Godawari National Botanic Garden on the second day of their official royal tour of the Himalayan nation. Staying true to her signature polished yet feminine style, the Duchess nailed the dress code in a beautifully blooming skirt.
© AlamyThis isn’t the first time she has worn this eye-catching piece – the Duchess memorably donned it during a trip to Malta in October 2024, pairing it with an elegant sheer blouse for a tour of Villa Guardamangia in Pieta.
For her Nepalese engagement, the mother-of-two opted for a more sophisticated yet effortless ensemble. She styled the vibrant floral skirt with a simple white T-shirt and a tailored cream blazer, striking the perfect balance between relaxed and refined.
© GettyFootwear fit for a royal
© GettyKeeping her look grounded, Duchess Sophie chose a pair of ‘Valencia’ espadrilles from Toms, featuring an edgy wicker platform that subtly elevated her frame.
The choice of wedges, while stylish and comfortable, might have raised a few royal eyebrows in past years.It was well known that the late Queen Elizabeth II had a personal preference for royal ladies to avoid wearing wedge heels, with the divisive footwear reportedly “banned” at official royal events.
© Getty“The Queen isn’t a fan of wedged shoes,” Vanity Fair once reported. “She really doesn’t like them, and it’s well known among the women in the family.”
Duchess Sophie has been a vision of elegance throughout the tour, showcasing a variety of bold and feminine ensembles from high-end designers such as Mary Katrantzou, Etro, and Zimmermann.
© GettyOn Tuesday, she wowed in a striking £1,250 designer dress from Etro. The elegant number featured a floral print on black fabric, a flattering V-neckline, long sleeves, and a frilled skirt that accentuated her hourglass silhouette.
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