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Telegraph
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Telegraph
The Duchess of Edinburgh just revived broderie anglaise. Here's how to wear it
Broderie anglaise is aptly named. There is something unmistakably English about the delicate eyelets and starched cotton, which conjure up images of babies getting christened in village churches, little girls tumbling through overgrown gardens and Jane Birkin outdoing the French at the beaches and bars of Saint-Tropez. Romantic yet practical, nostalgic yet modern, it is the fabric of long lazy lunches and sun-dappled weddings. Of course, it is not a material that fares all that well in winter – but luckily the Duchess of Edinburgh is here to remind us that (no matter the whims of the weather gods) it is now June, and therefore high time to dig out our broderie anglaise tops, skirts and dresses from hibernation. Pictured this week in a £210 drop-tiered blue dress with three-quarter length sleeves by Aspiga, Sophie Wessex has updated the 1970s broderie anglaise trend in a very 2025 way: then, the fabric was almost exclusively white, now it comes in a multitude of colours from citrussy yellow and orange to navy, sage and black, all of which kill Victorian nightgown associations in their tracks and add some edge to the prettiness. 'I was so thrilled to see Sophie Wessex in our best-selling Victoria dress in this beautiful broderie anglaise,' says Lucy Macnamara, the founder of Aspiga. 'This is one of my favourite fabrics for the summer, which is made from responsibly sourced cotton and has these large cut-out floral motifs that catch the light in the most flattering way.' Designers have taken note. In Michael Kors' and Ulla Johnson's spring/summer collections, broderie anglais made for a clear highlight. Similarly, Susan Fang leaned into the romance of the material in her catwalk show by sending out a long, white, tiered broderie anglaise gown that, despite having all the trappings of a wedding dress, looked far too cool to be bridal. The high street has also embraced the broderie renaissance. As well as Aspiga, brands like Boden, Hobbs and Me+Em have released an array of dresses with flattering mid-calf hemlines, waist ties and pretty puff sleeves: the sort of styles that would be your most-worn piece on holiday while being equally useful under a trench coat in sullen-skied Britain. 'It's the perfect material for summer in that it works for so many different occasions,' says Macnamara. 'It is so easy to style up with block heels or espadrilles for all the summer occasions ahead, or to wear in a more casual way in the day with raffia sliders. I like to team broderie anglaise with a blazer for evening or denim jacket for day.' But if your taste leans more towards the utilitarian than the ultra-feminine, then fear not, broderie anglaise still has a place in your summer wardrobe. Oversized shirts from brands like Marks & Spencer or caftans from Jigsaw make for the perfect beach cover-up: laid-back but with a dash of texture. A crisp blouse – try Boden, Soeur or John Lewis – can be paired with jeans or denim shorts for a look that is more Cafe de Flore pre-tourist invasion than English garden party. Or try a sleeveless top – either from Gap x Doen or Nobody's Child – for a look that manages to be both polished and insouciant. One of the more unexpected (and jaunty) broderie comebacks has taken place south of the ankle. Penelope Chilvers has colourful Mary-Jane espadrilles in ivory, red and blue with contrast broderie anglaise detailing on the toes. Or there is Bensimon, the quintessential French plimsoll brand, which has released a collection that gives their beloved tennis shoes a soft broderie twist. Pretty but most definitely practical, these shoes are ideal for wandering down cobbled streets, traipsing across sunny parks or queuing for an ice cream under big blue skies. And really, what could be more summery than that?
Daily Mail
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Duchess Sophie's dreamy broderie dress is summer perfection - grab her exact look before it sells out or shop the trend
The Duchess of Edinburgh has emerged as a true style icon in recent months, elevating her wardrobe with a number of sought-after labels. This week was a prime example as she attended an afternoon tea at the Castle Hotel in Windsor wearing a stunning cornflower blue dress that immediately caught our eye. The frock, named the Victoria and designed by Aspiga, is crafted from cotton broderie featuring delicate floral motifs. With its V-neckline, fit-and-flare silhouette and elegant lace trim, it's a universally flattering piece perfect for summer. Sophie completed the look with her go-to Penelope Chilvers espadrille wedges - worn now for the thirteenth time - alongside exquisite Monica Vinader rose quartz rings and a striking diamond oak leaf bracelet from Asprey. The great news? You can buy Sophie's exact outfit and jewellery below. Alternatively, refresh your closet with a blue broderie dress from our edit, including options by H&M, Karen Millen and Mint Velvet. EXACT MATCH: Aspiga Victoria Broderie Dress £210 Shop £3,500 Shop Get the look... Scamp & Dude Broderie Anglaise Puff Sleeve Dress £98 Shop Karen Millen Broderie Belted Shirt Dress £139 Shop Lovedrobe Broderie Anglaise Dress £95 Shop Boden Puff Sleeve Embroidered Dress £147 Shop Mint Velvet Broderie Midi Dress £170 Shop Lipsy Premium Lace Midi Dress £152 Shop Oasis Petite Broderie Puff Sleeve Midi Dress £58.50 Shop Wallis Petite Broderie Tie Waist Shirt Dress £75 Shop H&M Broderie Anglaise Dress £54.99 Shop Hobbs Juliette Cotton Dress £169 Shop
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Duchess Sophie Steals the Show in Blue Lace Dress—But I Can't Stop Staring at Those Shoes
When it comes to royals with great style, there's no shortage of names that come to mind. Obviously, Kate Middleton is a fashion icon in her own right, Meghan Markle always brings that California-meets-royalty energy and Zara Tindall has a cool, understated elegance. But one royal who definitely deserves more style credit? Duchess Sophie. Her fashion game is consistently strong, and her latest look is proof that she knows exactly what she's doing. On June 2, the Duchess of Edinburgh stepped out for an Afternoon Tea event honoring women of distinction at the Castle Hotel in Windsor and she looked absolutely radiant. She wore a powder blue dress by Aspiga—a sustainable, London-based brand. The dress is called the Victoria Broderie Dress, and it's easy to see why it's one of their best-sellers. It features a flattering drop-tiered skirt, breezy three-quarter sleeves with intricate cut-out floral detailing, a deep V-neck and delicate lace trim. It's made from lightweight cotton, so it's just one of those pieces that manages to be effortless, elegant and comfortable all at once. Mark Cuthbert/UK Press via Getty Images But let's talk about her shoes—because they were the cherry on top. Sophie paired the look with white espadrille wedges that gave the outfit a relaxed, summery touch. Wedges, especially espadrilles, are definitely a royal staple and Sophie has clearly made them part of her go-to rotation. Earlier this year, she rocked another floral dress with a similar pair of wedges—this time in a grayish tone with a slightly shorter heel and closed toe. Based on her ensemble, it seems Duchess Sophie was utilizing a major royal style move: wearing one striking color head-to-toe. That soft powder blue? Perfection—especially with her blonde hair and blue eyes. So yeah… Duchess Sophie may have just convinced me to finally snag a pair of espadrille wedges. And honestly? No regrets. Want all the latest entertainment news sent right to your inbox? Click here. Duchess Sophie Uses Kate Middleton's Go-To Parenting Move in Newly Released Video
