With Kate Middleton taking a break from events for health reasons and King Charles III being cautious about his own health, other British royal family members have stepped up. Among them are Princess Anne and Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh, who have taken on more royal duties.
Last Friday, the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh visited the Palace of Holyroodhouse and took part in the traditional Ceremony of the Keys in Edinburgh.
This tradition happens whenever the monarch or a royal representative visits the city.
They were welcomed with great honor. Prince Edward, son of the late Queen Elizabeth II, chatted happily with Major General Alastair Bruce and received the keys to the city of Edinburgh from Lord Provost Robert Aldridge.
Sophie Duchess of Edinburgh’s style
The couple appeared very happy. The Duchess of Edinburgh, in particular, looked very elegant in her outfit, which is described in detail below.
She wore an emerald green outfit by Suzannah, consisting of the Remy jacket and skirt.
This outfit is made of a textured fabric that looks gathered or quilted.
The short zip-up jacket costs US$700, and the semi-bouffant midi skirt with a wide waistband costs US$1,000.
To complete her look, the Duchess wore cream-colored Prada shoes and carried a matching handbag by Sophie Habsburg.
Her husband, Prince Edward, chose a navy blue suit and a salmon-colored tie.
The last week, Prince Edward and the Duchess of Edinburgh were the first royals to visit a new statue of Queen Elizabeth II in Oakham, Rutland.
The 2.5-meter bronze statue shows the late Queen with her corgis, which the Duchess couldn’t resist petting.
She had a very close relationship with Queen Elizabeth II, who trusted her deeply and saw her as a valuable part of the royal family.