Sarah Ferguson's chic colour combo is everywhere this season - shop royal-approved cape dresses and mini bags ideal for events
Royal women have long embraced cape dresses, with style icons like the Princess of Wales and the Duchess of Sussex making them a wardrobe staple in recent years.
Sarah Ferguson is also a fan of the trend - and she looked nothing short of sensational in a green Safiyaa dress at the Knights Of Charity Gala in Cannes.
The elegant design featured a figure-skimming silhouette with short caped sleeves that added a touch of drama.
What really set the look apart, though, was the unexpected pop of fuchsia peeking through the sleeves - a bold contrast that elevated the entire ensemble.
Sarah leaned into the colour pairing beautifully, matching her mini crossbody bag by Furla to the pink accent, proving that green and pink is a colour combo to embrace this season.
With that in mind, we've rounded up our favourite green dresses with standout sleeves that are perfect for summer occasions.
Pair yours with a pink bag - whether it's Sarah's exact style or a similar piece from our edit - to channel the same chic vibe.
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