Style Icon: The Queen

Move over Pippa Middleton! I know since the Royal Wedding we’ve all been gushing about her great figure and classic British style but actually there was another style setter there that day and I’m not taking about Victoria Beckham! No her Majesty the Queen, Britain’s favourite granny and a credit to the nation has been called many things but fashion icon may be a new one. In fact though, especially on her recent trip to Ireland the Queen was rocking many of this season’s latest sartorial trends.

Colour-blocking, currently the hottest look off the runways at London, Paris, New York and Milan, has always been a look of our monarch. Emerald green is a favourite colour and while you may want to forget the hat, gloves and handbag, channel the look with a beautiful emerald green dress. I love this tiered, one-shoulder green dress from Jaeger at John Lewis.

Alternatively, follow her love for cornflower blue in a modern version of the queen’s signature style. A bright blue frock will do the trick and this belted blue dress from Preen’s collaboration with Debenhams is just the ticket.

Featured dresses:  Jaeger green dress at John Lewis, and Blue dress Preen edition for Debenhams

- Isabel Dexter