That impression Duchess Sophie of Dukes made upon her entrance to 2025 Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. She demonstrated both versatility and grace on location at the historic Edinburgh Castle. The 60-year-old royal was spotted at the glamorous event with her husband, Prince Edward. He is Duke of Edinburgh and Commodore-in-Chief of the Royal Fleet Auxiliary. It was an arena performance that stitched together military traditions with a technical prowess that created amazing sensory displays of music and pageantry.
Duchess Sophie has kitted herself out in the amazing ‘Bamboo Amoeba Dress’ for the occasion. This attention-grabbing design was conceived by Spanish cultural brand and fashion label, Matelier Design. The bohemian, flowing floral printed gown was a beautiful expression of the festival. It was the perfect mix of style and comfort in an intentional package. According to celebrity fashion stylist Oriona Robb, this winning getup is just what the fashionista ordered, mixing a touch of opulence with urban artistry.
“At Edinburgh Castle, Duchess Sophie’s look felt perfectly attuned to the spirit of the Tattoo. The long printed dress brought warmth and movement, avoiding stiffness while still looking polished,” – Oriona Robb
Duchess Sophie’s fashion choices have all indicated her growth and trajectory over the years. Just recently, she donned a crimson evening gown by renowned designer Bruce Oldfield while attending a 5 RIFLES Homecoming Parade at Picton Barracks on October 4, 2024, in Bulford, England. The gown featured a gorgeous halter neckline and featured a full ball gown skirt. These additions completed her formal presence as the Royal Colonel of the 5th Battalion, The Rifles.
Robb made a point to feature Duchess Sophie’s chic selection of a deep green velvet jacket. The jacket helped up the richness and formality factor in her look.
“Layering it with the deep green velvet jacket added richness and formality, a quiet echo of the military regalia and the grandeur of the setting. The velvet also gave her outfit evening weight, ideal for an outdoor performance,” – Oriona Robb
That was certainly the case with Duchess Sophie, who wore head-turning bright red during a 2022 G7 reception. She chose this beautiful look to formally greet Philip Pierre, Prime Minister of Saint Lucia. Normally averse to red, she broke her own rule for that wowing gown. To finish off her look, she accessorized with floral gloves and a ‘Black Lunatic Caviar Clutch’ by Sophie Habsburg.
In her most recent on-screen appearance, Robb drew attention for Duchess Sophie’s sartorial block-heeled shoe selection. She styled them with a delicate beaded clutch, giving a look that was both beautiful and comfortable for the cobbled streets of Edinburgh Castle.
“By choosing practical block-heeled shoes and a simple clutch, she kept the silhouette clean and steady on the cobbled ground. The result was a blend of ceremony and ease regal without being ostentatious, respectful yet relaxed enough to share in the atmosphere of music, tradition, and spectacle,” – Oriona Robb
