King Charles plans to host multiple Garden Parties this summer at Buckingham Palace, building excitement among royal watchers for a potential appearance by the Princess of Wales. The 44-year-old royal consistently impresses with elegant ensembles at these events, selecting eye-catching dresses paired with matching hats and heels.
Standout 2022 Coral Look
In May 2022, the Princess attended a Garden Party hosted by Prince Edward on behalf of the late Queen Elizabeth II. She chose a vibrant coral Emilia Wickstead dress, a bold departure from her usual palette. The A-line design featured a cinched waist, crossover bodice, and flowing romantic skirt that swayed gracefully.
Expert Stylist’s Analysis
Susie Hasler, a colour expert and award-winning stylist at Styled By Susie, highlights the outfit’s appeal: “Coral sits at a warmer, more vibrant edge of what works for Kate’s colouring, and this particular shade had real depth to it.” She adds, “A sculptural Jane Taylor hat, her Kiki McDonough cushion drop earrings, and a vintage beaded Josef clutch completed the picture. She owns this same Emilia Wickstead coat dress shape in three different colourways – it’s the ultimate argument for finding your silhouette and holding onto it.”
Versatile Wardrobe Staple
The Princess favors this silhouette in other shades, including bottle green for the 2012 Irish Guards St Patrick’s Day parade, and powder blue during her 2017 Luxembourg visit and the 2022 Easter Sunday service at Windsor Castle.
This coral ensemble ranks among her most memorable Garden Party appearances, showcasing her knack for pushing fashion boundaries while maintaining timeless elegance.
