Duchess Sophie appears two inches taller thanks to genius trick
The Duchess of Edinburgh‘s style is often a masterclass in effortless elegance. From her tailored power suits to feminine flared dresses and sculpting coat dresses, Sophie has firmly cemented her reputation as being one of the best-dressed royal ladies.
Stepping out in Bristol on 20 March to visit the world-leading University of Bristol research labs, the wife of Prince Edward proved her sartorial excellence in a plaid wool-blend blazer and high-rise trousers from New York-based fashion label, Vince.
The grey ensemble was anything but dull, complete with a double-breasted finish on the jacket and elegant pleats on her trousers.
© WireImageKate buys her heels in two different sizes, between a 38.5 and a 39 (or a 5.5 and a 6 in British sizing). The Princess has never shared exactly why she does this, but it would come as no surprise if comfort is the main reason she fluctuates between shoe sizes.
© GettyThe royal’s size choice appears to vary depending on the brand – her Jimmy Choo ‘Georgia’ navy pumps and her red carpet ‘Vamp’ strappy sandals are in a 38.5. She even goes down to a size 38 in Rupert Sanderson designs – though the brand advises sizing down on its website.
Meanwhile, Kate wears a 39 in her L.K.Bennett ‘Agata’ sandals, which feature a peep toe and a bow detail at the ankle.
