While it is Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex who are more commonly heralded for their iconic fashion moments, they are not the only royals known to rock a fabulous fit.
In 2021, the Queen’s only daughter, Anne, Princess Royal, 72, was named the hardest working royal. And it’s not hard to see why. In just that year alone she attended 387 official engagements, beating her older brother Charles by two.
Royal observers have long admired Anne for her work ethic and the way she has followed in her mother’s footsteps in upholding the ethos of the monarchy.
Throughout her engagements, Anne – much like The Duchess of Cambridge – has been known to re-wear her outfits even decades apart.
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And just as she’s replicated Her Majesty’s work ethic, it seems the Princess Royal has taken a royal leaf out of her mother’s book when it comes to fashion.
In a 2022 exclusive with The Australian Women’s Weekly, the royal said: “The Queen and I had a discussion the other day about the difference between fashion and style and I think maybe that’s relevant in the sense that she didn’t do fashion but she certainly does style, and style tends to last longer. You have an individual style and it’s a quality which has a long-term value.”
So, just what is the 72-year-old’s individual style? We’ve rounded up her 10 most iconic looks to find out.
Princess Anne Bath and West Agricultural Show 1969
While we rarely see the royals in such bold colours, Anne certainly pulled off this yellow coat dress and matching hat at the Bath and West Agricultural Show in 1969.
Princess Anne with the Queen in Austria 1969
Yet another colour the royals are scarcely seen rocking is orange. But never one to shy away from a challenge, the Princess Royal stunned in this orange coat while she and her mother, The Queen, visited Austria in 1969.
Princess Anne With Mark Phillips Arriving For A Film Premiere In London 1973
Anne’s penchant for fashion remained in tact for the more glamorous affair for a film premiere in London 1973. The high-neck and puffed sheer lower sleeves complement her gorgeously.
Princess Anne in Berlin for the Queen’s Birthday Parade, June 1973.
The royal brought out her best for The Queen’s birthday parade in 1973, wearing an aquamarine collared coat dress and matching har with pearl earrings for the celebrations.
Princess Anne and Mark Phillips in the grounds of Buckingham Palace in London 1973
A day after announcing their engagement, Anne and her former husband Mark Phillips strolled hand-in-hand in the ground of Buckingham Palace. And they looked good while doing it. Donning a matching pink and orange set with a pleated skirt, the Princess Royal certainly brightened the gardens.
Princess Anne Kiev Russia September 1973
There’s no denying Anne is an accomplished equestrian after seeing this outfit. While visiting Kiev in Russia in 1973, the athlete opted for a blue button-up blouse and matching neck scarf. While traditionally wearing her hair up, she broke the mould by letting her long locks flow freely this time around.
Princess Anne wedding Westminster Abbey in London 14th November 1973.
For her nuptials, Anne donned this stunning Tudor-style dress by her local dressmaker, Maureen Baker. The high-collar and medieval sleeves, along with the royal’s hair style, is reminding us of Princess Leia.
Princess Anne At A Village Fete In Great Somerford 1975
No royal does colour co-ordination like Anne. And the Princess Royal proved it during her time at the Village Fete in Great Somerford in 1975 when she wore this stunning green dress with Aztec print and matching hat and scarf.
Princess Anne, the Princess Royal, circa 1978
Green is her colour. This sage large-collared outfit with a matching hat and white detailing and pearls made Anne look absolutely radiant in circa 1978.
Princess Anne Westminster Pier in London 1982
Is it blue or purple? We can’t tell but we love it regardless. This lilac-esque coat dress with a cinched in belted waist and matching fascinator was definitely a standout outfit for Anne in 1982.
