Queen Camilla continues to showcase her timeless elegance, blending high-end luxury with accessible high-street pieces. At the Jamie’s Farm Charity Race Day at Plumpton Racecourse on February 23, she turned heads in a striking ensemble that highlighted her versatile style.
A Fresh Take on Royal Fashion
Departing slightly from her signature softer tones, Queen Camilla selected a rich deep green coat from designer Anna Valentine. She paired it with brown suede knee-high boots from John Lewis, creating an earthy, autumnal vibe. Royal fashion enthusiasts have praised this high-low mix as a masterclass in confident dressing.
Her accessories elevated the look further. A brooch reading ‘Minoru’—named after one of King Edward VII’s champion racehorses—added a personal touch tied to equestrian heritage. She also wore her signature Van Cleef & Arpels bracelet alongside the star of the outfit: the ‘Dior Toujours Vertical’ tote bag, priced at £2,650.
Stylist Leanne Jones Shares Expert Insights
Personal stylist Leanne Jones analyzed the outfit, noting, “The Queen looks fantastic. This rich, deep green is a subtle departure from what many would consider her natural palette—she typically leans towards softer summer tones—yet in this beautifully cut Anna Valentine coat she made it feel entirely intentional.”
Jones highlighted how the coat’s “earthy depth” paired seamlessly with the “chocolate-brown John Lewis boots,” fostering a “quietly confident, almost autumnal mood.”
She also emphasized the royal family’s longstanding bond with Dior. “Christian Dior famously dressed Princess Margaret for her 21st birthday, designed the iconic Lady Dior handbag since named in honour of Princess Diana, and has long been associated with royal patronage more broadly,” Jones explained. “He is known to have had a deep affection for what he called the ‘English way of life’, and the admiration has clearly been mutual over the decades.”
Queen Camilla’s affinity for Dior runs deep, with this tote joining her collection that includes the Lady Dior bag featuring the brand’s signature macrocannage pattern. “This isn’t the first time we’ve seen Queen Camilla turn to Dior, and it certainly won’t be the last,” Jones added.
