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Duchess Sophie channels old Hollywood glamour in sharp blazer and silky skirt

The newly-appointed Duchess of Edinburgh wowed in the sharp white piece

Tania Leslau
Fashion features writer
April 4, 2023
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On Tuesday, The Duchess of Edinburgh stepped out to open The Headley Court Veterans' Orthopaedic Centre at The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Hospital in Shropshire. For the event, the royal assembled a dashing new look that exuded decadence while retaining her signature sophisticated touch.

The newly-appointed Duchess sported a suave white blazer with sleek notched lapels, a double-breasted cut, gold button detailing and a nipped-in waistline. She paired the pristine garment with a longline burgundy skirt to create the perfect colour contrast.

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A smiling Duchess Sophie wore her blonde hair down loose in a half-up-half-down style and opted for a natural beauty blend complete with a bronzed smoky eye. She clasped a fawn-toned clutch bag boasting an envelope silhouette and gold hardware.

Sophie Duchess of Edinburgh opens The Headley Court Veterans' Orthopaedic Centre at The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Hospital, Gobowen, Oswestry, Shropshire, © Shutterstock
The Duchess of Edinburgh wowed in a white, double-breasted blazer

During her trip, the Duchess also attended a LEAF Teenage Research Event at Harper Adams University. She met with scrubs-clad staff as she toured the research area.

The mother-of-two's outing comes just days before she is due to have family time with her children, Lady Louise Windsor and the Earl of Wessex this Easter. While the royal family's plans for the spring holiday are yet to be confirmed, no doubt Prince Edward and Sophie will be among those to attend the Easter Sunday service.

Sophie Wessex unveiling the The Headley Court Veterans' Orthopaedic Centre plaque during the day© Shutterstock
Duchess Sophie unveiled the Headley Court Veterans' Orthopaedic Centre plaque during the day

Duchess Sophie has been all about structured looks as of late. Last month, she donned a navy blue midi dress when she attended a special Buckingham Palace reception.

Sophie Wessex in a smart blazer with a burgundy skirt and pouch© Shutterstock
The royal paired her smart blazer with a burgundy skirt and pouch

Accompanied by her husband Prince Edward, Sophie wowed guests when she emerged in a striking number embellished with a giant bow, a dramatic outfit change from her elegant white ensemble she sported earlier in the day.

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Duchess Sophie joined senior royals including King Charles and Queen Consort Camilla for the evening reception, where they entertained the Commonwealth secretary-general, high commissioners, foreign affairs ministers and other members of the Commonwealth community.

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