On March 1, The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall attended an official council meeting to mark Southend-on-Sea becoming a City, at the Civic Centre in Southend. The Prince and the Duchess visited Southend seafront and unveil Southend’s new eco-friendly Pier Train, which has been named after Sir David. The Prince and the Duchess also attended a reception for volunteers and community leaders at Sands By The Sea Restauran.
The coat fits well, and it’s a good colour for her. Overall she looks cosy and warm with her furry hat and trusty suede boots. (V.M.)
ReplyDeleteI appreciate the simplicity of the Duchess's ensemble. The ruffle peeking out from the neck of her coat, the Queen Mother's rock crystal brooch, and her pearl drop earrings are beautiful accents to her coat and hat. Well done.
ReplyDeleteThis is a lovely ensemble, the hat looks terrific. A perfect outfit for this event.
ReplyDeleteSir David was the instigator of Southend-on-sea becoming a City; Bravo to him; although sadly he was killed last year. I think Camilla needed a bright outfit,(the colours for Wales are red, green and white);(Navy skirt, green blazer and a mix of red ,green and white in a scarf) that hat reminds me of a lampshade, she should never listen when Charles tells her what to wear. I like the brooch and the earrings. Prince Charles looks good(Tara)
ReplyDeleteShe wasn't in Wales and both are dressed in sombre colours - possibly given the Ukraine situation.
DeleteWhy do you think Charles has told her what to wear?
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If Prince Charles tells her what to wear, then he shoulddd give her the address of the nearest rubbish tip for those trusty suede boots.
DeleteAlthough the DoC is well dressed today (in particular like the way the collar of the blouse pops out of the jacket and the lovely brooch), I can't help thinking that she's either attending a memorial or church service instead of a 'festive moment'. The hat's one one would expect when it's minus zero or there's a layer of snow.
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I do agree except for the remark about the hat. It's still wintertime
DeleteUn ensemble confortable pour cette visite mais dans une couleur verte, cela aurait été vraiment parfait ; j'adore ses bijoux particulièrement la broche en cristal de roche !
ReplyDeleteI try not to comment on the non-fashion, but think its important to point out that I think the Duchess is most probably wearing black out of respect for the much praised MP Sir David Amess who had worked hard to secure Southend the status as a city. He was tragically stabbed to death last October whilst conducting a 'surgery' to meet local constituents.
ReplyDeleteI hope this clarifies why she is not dressed for a 'festive moment', and it is most probable that William and Kate represented the Prince of Wales on St David's Day (patron saint of Wales), in Wales, as they were otherwise engaged! Zed
I admit that I still dislike Camilla but anyway she looks good and regal here.
ReplyDeleteI can't see what there is to dislike - she's low key, hardworking and quietly supports her husband. But anyway, there are several royals I don't personally appreciate it but still admire their sense of style. Or vice versa - like them but don't think much of their fashion sense.
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G, we all are only human ;-)
DeleteG this is your opinion let others have theirs.if you disagree ok
DeleteAnon 6:41 - I didn't say people couldn't have their own opinions! For goodness sake!
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The hat is meant for much colder days, not a 'close to spring day. It over shadows the rest of the outfit. clare
ReplyDeleteIt's cold, wet and windy in most of the UK - and it's still winter so seems perfectly ok as a constituent part of the outfit. Have to say it's not a style I love though.
DeleteThe hat and coat seen from a distance reminds me of the publicity for Sandeman's port. Do not know if this brand of port still exists, but in my town there was always such a publicity on a wall when I was a little girl.
ReplyDeleteI like D Camilla a lot, but most of all I admire her for her lojalty to her Prince and the royal house and for all the good work that she is doing. In this outfit she looks very regal and correct for the occation. A very nice outfit,and IMO the hat suits her very well !
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