Queen Elizabeth's pastel tradition lives on: How Kate Middleton, Princess Eugenie and Sophie have embraced her style - and it's right on trend for the new season READ MORE: How Queen Elizabeth's glittering diamond earrings and pearl brooches are now favourites of Camilla and Kate By Rebekah Absalom Published: 03:26 EDT, 6 October 2024 | Updated: 03:26 EDT, 6 October 2024 e-mail View comments Pastel hues dominated the spring/summer 2024 runways, with designers like Tom Ford, Michael Kors and Alaïa showcasing the charming trend. As we move into the new season, brands such as Miu Miu, Preen and Philosophy by Lorenzo Serafini are continuing the pastel movement. However, it was Queen Elizabeth II who first championed these soft, ice cream hues on a global scale.
Known for her striking ensembles, the Queen's outfits were carefully chosen to ensure she stood out in crowds, creating an iconic and colourful image that defined her as a modern monarch. However, she rarely deviated from a tailored dress and matching coat that fell to the shin. Candy floss pink, buttercup yellow, lilac, lime; there wasn't a hue that the Queen didn't wear.
In recent years, we can see that Catherine, Princess of Wales , has been following in Queen Elizabeth's sartorial footsteps, showing off a diverse range of shades. Kate often selects a colour that Elizabeth wore and cleverly presents it in an updated silhouette, such as a trouser suit. Queen Elizabeth's outfits were carefully considered to ensure she s.
