Princess Beatrice looked breathtaking in a trendy-all cream ensemble as she attended the Borne’s Wonderland gala with her husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi earlier this month. This event not only marked her first public appearance since giving birth to her daughter Athena, who was born premature on January 22 but her first as patron of the prematurity research charity.
Beatrice was snapped wearing a chic blazer dress by Self-Portrait, which is worth £430. The timeless design features a keyhole neck with bow-detail and sequins woven through the long-sleeved jacket. A flowing skirt completes the tailored silhouette.
Blazer dresses are not only trendy, but also offer a modern twist to female suits. If that look feels a bit covered up for the warmer months, there are waistcoat styles, which give a similar aesthetic. Self-Portrait has a version for £440, with a sequined blush pink sleeveless bodice.
With summer around the corner, we’ve found other waistcoat dress alternatives from brands loved by the Royal Family, including Forever New and Karen Millen.
The luxurious sequin knit design that Princess Beatrice wore by Self-Portrait cost £430. The tailored silhouette and bow detail up the elegance-factor.
If you want a more relaxed silhouette compared to Princess Beatrice’s, then this classic black and white dress from River Island is what you need. This has the same aesthetic as Beatrices and features a hybrid waistcoat dress design but with contrasting colours. It has a crew neckline and a stunning button detail with large decorative pockets. We think you could pair this with sandals for a more relaxed fit or some wedges if you want to dress up.
If you’re after an easy-to-wear pleated cotton-blend dress, check out this champagne option, which is also purse-friendly. It’s slightly longer than Princess Beatrice’s but features a sleek halter neck and sleeves design. It’s a good colour match too.
Mango is a brand loved by the British Royal Family. Both Princess Kate and Meghan Markle have been spotted several times donning garments from the fast-fashion Spanish retailer. Meanwhile, Queen Letizia of Spain has also been a long admirer of Mango’s designs and has stepped out in the label’s dresses and suits over the years so this dress will ensure a regal feel.
This dress from Forever New perfectly captures the style of Princess Beatrice’s dress, but its statement belt and bold buttons give it more of an everyday feel. The flowing pleated midi-skirt is seriously chic and is finished with a round-neck waistcoat that you can easily slip on and off. This also comes with a removable belt, but we love how the belt breaks up the look.
This asymmetric design by Karen Millen is stunning and would be perfect for almost any formal occasion – from the races to an evening out. We love the blazer silhouette which transcends into a pleated skirt. This also features stand-out buttons, which complete the polished aesthetic.
Princess Beatrice, Duchess Sophie and Princess Kate have all stepped out in Karen Millen designs so the dress is sure to get royal approval.