{"id":2300924,"date":"2026-02-26T10:08:34","date_gmt":"2026-02-26T10:08:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/?p=2300924"},"modified":"2026-02-26T10:08:34","modified_gmt":"2026-02-26T10:08:34","slug":"duchess-sophies-patterned-midi-dress-is-elevated-by-this-accessory","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/duchess-sophies-patterned-midi-dress-is-elevated-by-this-accessory\/","title":{"rendered":"Duchess Sophie&#8217;s patterned midi dress is elevated by this accessory"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div id=\"article-body\">\n<p id=\"1a59bcff-ccb8-4f7b-af31-dd53bac24e55\">Duchess Sophie has been busy this month and after spending two days in Somalia she\u2019s just arrived in Kenya where she was greeted by President William Ruto wearing what I can only describe as a work of art. I mean this quite literally, as whilst her shirt dress had a very timeless shape, the print running all over it was like a unique watercolour painting.<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ve seen the Duchess of Edinburgh in this stunning Suzannah London Dolce Vita piece before and the detail is incredible, with the landscape including earthy greens and browns. The top of the dress was a very pale pink &#8211; a big <a target=\"_blank\" data-analytics-id=\"inline-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.womanandhome.com\/fashion\/fashion-colour-trends-2026\/\" data-url=\"https:\/\/www.womanandhome.com\/fashion\/fashion-colour-trends-2026\/\" data-hl-processed=\"none\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"inline-link\" data-before-rewrite-localise=\"https:\/\/www.womanandhome.com\/fashion\/fashion-colour-trends-2026\/\">spring\/summer fashion colour trend for 2026<\/a> &#8211; and had birds flying in silhouette.<\/p>\n<p>Sophie\u2019s frock featured a neat collared neckline, three-quarter length sleeves and a fit-and-flare shape with delicate pleats in the skirt.<\/p>\n<aside data-component-name=\"Recirculation:ArticleRiver\" data-recirculation-type=\"inline\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"Trending Bar\" data-nosnippet=\"\" class=\"pt-3 pb-4 mb-4 border-b border-solid border-[#333]\">\n        <span class=\"&#10;            after:content-[''] after:flex-1 after:ml-4 after:my-[0.7rem] after:border-t-[#333] after:border-t after:border-solid &#10;            before:content-[''] before:flex-1 before:mr-4 before:my-[0.7rem] before:border-t-[#333] before:border-t before:border-solid&#10;            font-article-heading pb-3 !text-base font-bold uppercase sm:text-sm text-[#333] flex custom-thumbnail-list-styles\"><br \/>\n            You may like<br \/>\n        <\/span><\/p>\n<\/aside>\n<figure class=\"van-image-figure inline-layout \" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"\" id=\"18b7ef88-c93e-4c34-a02e-9564459a6c44\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\" style=\"max-width:1414px;\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\" style=\"padding-top:177.72%;\"> <picture data-new-v2-image=\"true\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/GP3Aqc3rKwkzGHAz3WGF8T-1414-80.jpg.webp 1920w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/GP3Aqc3rKwkzGHAz3WGF8T-1414-80.jpg.webp 1600w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/GP3Aqc3rKwkzGHAz3WGF8T-1280-80.jpg.webp 1280w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/GP3Aqc3rKwkzGHAz3WGF8T-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/GP3Aqc3rKwkzGHAz3WGF8T-768-80.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/GP3Aqc3rKwkzGHAz3WGF8T-415-80.jpg.webp 415w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/GP3Aqc3rKwkzGHAz3WGF8T-360-80.jpg.webp 360w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/GP3Aqc3rKwkzGHAz3WGF8T-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 710px) 670px, calc(100vw - 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The lilac flowers and green leaves are painting-esque and soft.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"product-block-row\">\n<div class=\"featured_product_block featured_block_hero\" data-id=\"81ba8085-f8d3-4dd0-bc8f-ea3d3d0f7572\" id=\"81ba8085-f8d3-4dd0-bc8f-ea3d3d0f7572\">\n<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.prf.hn\/click\/camref:1011lqBCs\/pubref:womanandhome-gb-3953968687217649745\/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.karenmillen.com%2Fproduct%2Fkaren-millen-silk-cotton-trailing-floral-puff-sleeve-midi-dress_bkk28357%3Fcolour%3Dblue\" data-model-name=\"Karen Millen Silk Cotton Midi Dress\" data-model-brand=\"\" data-url=\"https:\/\/www.karenmillen.com\/product\/karen-millen-silk-cotton-trailing-floral-puff-sleeve-midi-dress_bkk28357?colour=blue\" target=\"_blank\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" data-hl-processed=\"hawklinks\" data-google-interstitial=\"false\" data-placeholder-url=\"https:\/\/www.prf.hn\/click\/camref:1011lqBCs\/pubref:hawk-custom-tracking\/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.karenmillen.com%2Fproduct%2Fkaren-millen-silk-cotton-trailing-floral-puff-sleeve-midi-dress_bkk28357%3Fcolour%3Dblue\" data-merchant-name=\"Karen Millen UK\" data-merchant-id=\"217484\" data-merchant-network=\"PHG\" data-merchant-url=\"karenmillen.com\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"product-image-widthsetter\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"\" style=\"padding-top:100.00%\"> <picture data-new-v2-image=\"true\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/rKcNJPb4SaBGX3hc8xtDDm-1920-80.jpg.webp 1920w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/rKcNJPb4SaBGX3hc8xtDDm-1600-80.jpg.webp 1600w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/rKcNJPb4SaBGX3hc8xtDDm-1280-80.jpg.webp 1280w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/rKcNJPb4SaBGX3hc8xtDDm-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/rKcNJPb4SaBGX3hc8xtDDm-768-80.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/rKcNJPb4SaBGX3hc8xtDDm-415-80.jpg.webp 415w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/rKcNJPb4SaBGX3hc8xtDDm-360-80.jpg.webp 360w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/rKcNJPb4SaBGX3hc8xtDDm-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 710px) 670px, calc(100vw - 30px)\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/rKcNJPb4SaBGX3hc8xtDDm.jpg\" alt=\"Karen Millen Silk Cotton Midi Dress\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/rKcNJPb4SaBGX3hc8xtDDm-1920-80.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/rKcNJPb4SaBGX3hc8xtDDm-1600-80.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/rKcNJPb4SaBGX3hc8xtDDm-1280-80.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/rKcNJPb4SaBGX3hc8xtDDm-1024-80.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/rKcNJPb4SaBGX3hc8xtDDm-768-80.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/rKcNJPb4SaBGX3hc8xtDDm-415-80.jpg 415w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/rKcNJPb4SaBGX3hc8xtDDm-360-80.jpg 360w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/rKcNJPb4SaBGX3hc8xtDDm-320-80.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 710px) 670px, calc(100vw - 30px)\" loading=\"lazy\" data-new-v2-image=\"true\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/rKcNJPb4SaBGX3hc8xtDDm.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/rKcNJPb4SaBGX3hc8xtDDm.jpg\" class=\"featured_image\"\/><br \/>\n<\/source><\/picture><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"featured_product_details_wrapper\">\n<div class=\"featured_product_title_wrapper\">\n<p>Karen Millen Silk Cotton Midi Dress<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"subtitle__description\">\n<aside data-block-layout=\"hero\" data-block-type=\"featured-product\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.prf.hn\/click\/camref:1011lqBCs\/pubref:hawk-custom-tracking\/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.karenmillen.com%2Fproduct%2Fkaren-millen-silk-cotton-trailing-floral-puff-sleeve-midi-dress_bkk28357%3Fcolour%3Dblue\" data-link-merchant=\"Karen Millen UK\" data-link-text=\"\u00a3175.20 (was \u00a3219) at Karen Millen\" data-merchant-id=\"217484\" data-merchant-name=\"Karen Millen UK\" data-merchant-network=\"PHG\" data-merchant-url=\"karenmillen.com\" data-model-name=\"Karen Millen Silk Cotton Midi Dress\" data-name=\"Product Block merchantlink widget\" data-render-type=\"fte\" data-show-fallback=\"button\" data-widget-type=\"merchantlink\" class=\"hawk-root\"\/>\n<p>You can currently save 20% on this elegant silk-cotton dress and it has feminine puffed sleeves, a fitted bodice and buttons running down the front. The painting-like blue flowers cascade upwards from the hem and accentuate the flowy silhouette.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"product-block-row\">\n<div class=\"featured_product_block featured_block_hero\" data-id=\"51ba680b-36df-4cd9-93c1-228ee7a1d8b7\" id=\"51ba680b-36df-4cd9-93c1-228ee7a1d8b7\">\n<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/boden-uk.sjv.io\/c\/221109\/1617870\/18790?subId1=womanandhome-gb-1024997688580742459&amp;sharedId=womanandhome-gb&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.boden.com%2Fproducts%2Fwomen-alexa-long-sleeve-midi-dress-multi-balcony-scene-d1511fun%3F\" data-model-name=\"Boden Alexa Long Sleeve Midi Dress\" data-model-brand=\"\" data-url=\"https:\/\/www.boden.com\/products\/women-alexa-long-sleeve-midi-dress-multi-balcony-scene-d1511fun?\" target=\"_blank\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" data-hl-processed=\"hawklinks\" data-google-interstitial=\"false\" data-placeholder-url=\"https:\/\/boden-uk.sjv.io\/c\/221109\/1617870\/18790?subId1=hawk-custom-tracking&amp;sharedId=hawk-prefix&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.boden.com%2Fproducts%2Fwomen-alexa-long-sleeve-midi-dress-multi-balcony-scene-d1511fun%3F\" data-merchant-name=\"Boden UK\" data-merchant-id=\"475416\" data-merchant-network=\"ImpactRad\" data-merchant-url=\"boden.com\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"product-image-widthsetter\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"\" style=\"padding-top:100.00%\"> <picture data-new-v2-image=\"true\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/FGAd4dzLoHAcQpGAwmD26J-1920-80.jpg.webp 1920w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/FGAd4dzLoHAcQpGAwmD26J-1600-80.jpg.webp 1600w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/FGAd4dzLoHAcQpGAwmD26J-1280-80.jpg.webp 1280w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/FGAd4dzLoHAcQpGAwmD26J-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/FGAd4dzLoHAcQpGAwmD26J-768-80.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/FGAd4dzLoHAcQpGAwmD26J-415-80.jpg.webp 415w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/FGAd4dzLoHAcQpGAwmD26J-360-80.jpg.webp 360w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/FGAd4dzLoHAcQpGAwmD26J-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 710px) 670px, calc(100vw - 30px)\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/FGAd4dzLoHAcQpGAwmD26J.jpg\" alt=\"Boden Alexa Long Sleeve Midi Dress\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/FGAd4dzLoHAcQpGAwmD26J-1920-80.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/FGAd4dzLoHAcQpGAwmD26J-1600-80.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/FGAd4dzLoHAcQpGAwmD26J-1280-80.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/FGAd4dzLoHAcQpGAwmD26J-1024-80.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/FGAd4dzLoHAcQpGAwmD26J-768-80.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/FGAd4dzLoHAcQpGAwmD26J-415-80.jpg 415w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/FGAd4dzLoHAcQpGAwmD26J-360-80.jpg 360w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/FGAd4dzLoHAcQpGAwmD26J-320-80.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 710px) 670px, calc(100vw - 30px)\" loading=\"lazy\" data-new-v2-image=\"true\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/FGAd4dzLoHAcQpGAwmD26J.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/FGAd4dzLoHAcQpGAwmD26J.jpg\" class=\"featured_image\"\/><br \/>\n<\/source><\/picture><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"featured_product_details_wrapper\">\n<div class=\"featured_product_title_wrapper\">\n<p>Boden Alexa Long Sleeve Midi Dress<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"subtitle__description\">\n<aside data-block-layout=\"hero\" data-block-type=\"featured-product\" data-editorial-currency=\"GBP\" data-link=\"https:\/\/boden-uk.sjv.io\/c\/221109\/1617870\/18790?subId1=hawk-custom-tracking&amp;sharedId=hawk&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.boden.com%2Fproducts%2Fwomen-alexa-long-sleeve-midi-dress-multi-balcony-scene-d1511fun%3F\" data-link-merchant=\"Boden UK\" data-link-text=\"\u00a3149 at Boden\" data-merchant-id=\"475416\" data-merchant-name=\"Boden UK\" data-merchant-network=\"ImpactRad\" data-merchant-url=\"boden.com\" data-model-name=\"Boden Alexa Long Sleeve Midi Dress\" data-name=\"Product Block merchantlink widget\" data-render-type=\"fte\" data-show-fallback=\"button\" data-widget-type=\"merchantlink\" class=\"hawk-root\"\/>\n<p>This dress screams holiday and even if you&#8217;re not jetting off anywhere, the sunny balcony scene that runs across it is so joyful. The Alexa design is made from 100% cotton and falls to mid-calf length, with a detachable fabric belt.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" id=\"elk-shop-belts\" class=\"paywall\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\/><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"article-body__section\" id=\"section-shop-belts\"><span>Shop Belts<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" id=\"elk-collectionwidget-b7131e03d66b9b97b29462ff84f1ae02\" class=\"paywall\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\/><\/p>\n<div class=\"product-container hero-product-container product-block-no-wrap\">\n<div class=\"product-block-row\">\n<div class=\"featured_product_block featured_block_hero\" data-id=\"8fe81a93-b19b-42d2-9de9-07c12915aedf\" id=\"8fe81a93-b19b-42d2-9de9-07c12915aedf\">\n<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/boden-uk.sjv.io\/c\/221109\/1617870\/18790?subId1=womanandhome-gb-2532461083014757186&amp;sharedId=womanandhome-gb&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.boden.com%2Fproducts%2Fwomen-heritage-classic-belt-black-a2061blk%3F\" data-model-name=\"Boden Heritage Classic Black Buckle Belt\" data-model-brand=\"\" data-url=\"https:\/\/www.boden.com\/products\/women-heritage-classic-belt-black-a2061blk?\" target=\"_blank\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" data-hl-processed=\"hawklinks\" data-google-interstitial=\"false\" data-placeholder-url=\"https:\/\/boden-uk.sjv.io\/c\/221109\/1617870\/18790?subId1=hawk-custom-tracking&amp;sharedId=hawk-prefix&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.boden.com%2Fproducts%2Fwomen-heritage-classic-belt-black-a2061blk%3F\" data-merchant-name=\"Boden UK\" data-merchant-id=\"475416\" data-merchant-network=\"ImpactRad\" data-merchant-url=\"boden.com\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"product-image-widthsetter\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"\" style=\"padding-top:100.00%\"> <picture data-new-v2-image=\"true\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/v2\/t:840,l:128,cw:1643,ch:1643,q:80,w:1920\/mMAVqABVCN6WSCSSiQrVKm.jpg.webp 1920w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/v2\/t:840,l:128,cw:1643,ch:1643,q:80,w:1600\/mMAVqABVCN6WSCSSiQrVKm.jpg.webp 1600w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/v2\/t:840,l:128,cw:1643,ch:1643,q:80,w:1280\/mMAVqABVCN6WSCSSiQrVKm.jpg.webp 1280w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/v2\/t:840,l:128,cw:1643,ch:1643,q:80,w:1024\/mMAVqABVCN6WSCSSiQrVKm.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/v2\/t:840,l:128,cw:1643,ch:1643,q:80,w:768\/mMAVqABVCN6WSCSSiQrVKm.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/v2\/t:840,l:128,cw:1643,ch:1643,q:80,w:415\/mMAVqABVCN6WSCSSiQrVKm.jpg.webp 415w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/v2\/t:840,l:128,cw:1643,ch:1643,q:80,w:360\/mMAVqABVCN6WSCSSiQrVKm.jpg.webp 360w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/v2\/t:840,l:128,cw:1643,ch:1643,q:80,w:320\/mMAVqABVCN6WSCSSiQrVKm.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 710px) 670px, calc(100vw - 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30px)\" loading=\"lazy\" data-new-v2-image=\"true\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/v2\/t:840,l:128,cw:1643,ch:1643,q:80\/mMAVqABVCN6WSCSSiQrVKm.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/v2\/t:840,l:128,cw:1643,ch:1643,q:80\/mMAVqABVCN6WSCSSiQrVKm.jpg\" class=\"featured_image\"\/><br \/>\n<\/source><\/picture><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"featured_product_details_wrapper\">\n<div class=\"featured_product_title_wrapper\">\n<p>Boden Heritage Classic Black Buckle Belt<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"subtitle__description\">\n<aside data-block-layout=\"hero\" data-block-type=\"featured-product\" data-editorial-currency=\"GBP\" data-link=\"https:\/\/boden-uk.sjv.io\/c\/221109\/1617870\/18790?subId1=hawk-custom-tracking&amp;sharedId=hawk&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.boden.com%2Fproducts%2Fwomen-heritage-classic-belt-black-a2061blk%3F\" data-link-merchant=\"Boden UK\" data-link-text=\"\u00a323.60 (was \u00a359) at Boden\" data-merchant-id=\"475416\" data-merchant-name=\"Boden UK\" data-merchant-network=\"ImpactRad\" data-merchant-url=\"boden.com\" data-model-name=\"Boden Heritage Classic Black Buckle Belt\" data-name=\"Product Block merchantlink widget\" data-render-type=\"fte\" data-show-fallback=\"button\" data-widget-type=\"merchantlink\" class=\"hawk-root\"\/>\n<p>Crafted from 100% leather, this black belt is incredibly classic and can be worn with dresses to give extra shaping. It also comes in several other colours and has a round, gold-toned buckle for a touch of glamour.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"product-block-row\">\n<div class=\"featured_product_block featured_block_hero\" data-id=\"a7cdf9f9-2a8b-45a6-b184-27afc98ae709\" id=\"a7cdf9f9-2a8b-45a6-b184-27afc98ae709\">\n<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.prf.hn\/click\/camref:1100lriT5\/pubref:womanandhome-gb-7210641381715579629\/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.reiss.com%2Fstyle%2Fsu892667%2Fg09141%3F\" data-model-name=\"Reiss Leather and Suede Waist Belt\" data-model-brand=\"\" data-url=\"https:\/\/www.reiss.com\/style\/su892667\/g09141?\" target=\"_blank\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" data-hl-processed=\"hawklinks\" data-google-interstitial=\"false\" data-placeholder-url=\"https:\/\/www.prf.hn\/click\/camref:1100lriT5\/pubref:hawk-custom-tracking\/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.reiss.com%2Fstyle%2Fsu892667%2Fg09141%3F\" data-merchant-name=\"Reiss\" data-merchant-id=\"219619\" data-merchant-network=\"PHG\" data-merchant-url=\"reiss.com\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"product-image-widthsetter\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"\" style=\"padding-top:100.00%\"> <picture data-new-v2-image=\"true\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/v2\/t:1180,l:548,cw:728,ch:728,q:80,w:1920\/XU8dij6JEJPw4qQnb9ZKyG.jpg.webp 1920w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/v2\/t:1180,l:548,cw:728,ch:728,q:80,w:1600\/XU8dij6JEJPw4qQnb9ZKyG.jpg.webp 1600w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/v2\/t:1180,l:548,cw:728,ch:728,q:80,w:1280\/XU8dij6JEJPw4qQnb9ZKyG.jpg.webp 1280w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/v2\/t:1180,l:548,cw:728,ch:728,q:80,w:1024\/XU8dij6JEJPw4qQnb9ZKyG.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/v2\/t:1180,l:548,cw:728,ch:728,q:80,w:768\/XU8dij6JEJPw4qQnb9ZKyG.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/v2\/t:1180,l:548,cw:728,ch:728,q:80,w:415\/XU8dij6JEJPw4qQnb9ZKyG.jpg.webp 415w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/v2\/t:1180,l:548,cw:728,ch:728,q:80,w:360\/XU8dij6JEJPw4qQnb9ZKyG.jpg.webp 360w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/v2\/t:1180,l:548,cw:728,ch:728,q:80,w:320\/XU8dij6JEJPw4qQnb9ZKyG.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 710px) 670px, calc(100vw - 30px)\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/v2\/t:1180,l:548,cw:728,ch:728,q:80\/XU8dij6JEJPw4qQnb9ZKyG.jpg\" alt=\"Leather and Suede Corset Waist Belt in Taupe\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/v2\/t:1180,l:548,cw:728,ch:728,q:80,w:1920\/XU8dij6JEJPw4qQnb9ZKyG.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/v2\/t:1180,l:548,cw:728,ch:728,q:80,w:1600\/XU8dij6JEJPw4qQnb9ZKyG.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/v2\/t:1180,l:548,cw:728,ch:728,q:80,w:1280\/XU8dij6JEJPw4qQnb9ZKyG.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/v2\/t:1180,l:548,cw:728,ch:728,q:80,w:1024\/XU8dij6JEJPw4qQnb9ZKyG.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/v2\/t:1180,l:548,cw:728,ch:728,q:80,w:768\/XU8dij6JEJPw4qQnb9ZKyG.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/v2\/t:1180,l:548,cw:728,ch:728,q:80,w:415\/XU8dij6JEJPw4qQnb9ZKyG.jpg 415w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/v2\/t:1180,l:548,cw:728,ch:728,q:80,w:360\/XU8dij6JEJPw4qQnb9ZKyG.jpg 360w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/v2\/t:1180,l:548,cw:728,ch:728,q:80,w:320\/XU8dij6JEJPw4qQnb9ZKyG.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 710px) 670px, calc(100vw - 30px)\" loading=\"lazy\" data-new-v2-image=\"true\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/v2\/t:1180,l:548,cw:728,ch:728,q:80\/XU8dij6JEJPw4qQnb9ZKyG.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/v2\/t:1180,l:548,cw:728,ch:728,q:80\/XU8dij6JEJPw4qQnb9ZKyG.jpg\" class=\"featured_image\"\/><br \/>\n<\/source><\/picture><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"featured_product_details_wrapper\">\n<div class=\"featured_product_title_wrapper\">\n<p>Reiss Leather and Suede Waist Belt<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"subtitle__description\">\n<aside data-block-layout=\"hero\" data-block-type=\"featured-product\" data-editorial-currency=\"GBP\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.prf.hn\/click\/camref:1100lriT5\/pubref:hawk-custom-tracking\/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.reiss.com%2Fstyle%2Fsu892667%2Fg09141%3F\" data-link-merchant=\"Reiss\" data-link-text=\"\u00a398 at Reiss\" data-merchant-id=\"219619\" data-merchant-name=\"Reiss\" data-merchant-network=\"PHG\" data-merchant-url=\"reiss.com\" data-model-name=\"Reiss Leather and Suede Waist Belt\" data-name=\"Product Block merchantlink widget\" data-render-type=\"fte\" data-show-fallback=\"button\" data-widget-type=\"merchantlink\" class=\"hawk-root\"\/>\n<p>Reiss&#8217;\u00a0taupe Beatrix waist belt combines smooth leather and supple suede in a double-strap design. It&#8217;s secured with a gold-toned buckle fastening and would look beautiful with other neutral tones, as well as contrasting against pastels or bright hues.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"product-block-row\">\n<div class=\"featured_product_block featured_block_hero\" data-id=\"28631a4e-1de9-41cb-9c26-78664007b85a\" id=\"28631a4e-1de9-41cb-9c26-78664007b85a\">\n<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/click.linksynergy.com\/deeplink?id=kXQk6%2AivFEQ&amp;mid=53096&amp;u1=womanandhome-gb-2273843112804121431&amp;murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.next.co.uk%2Fstyle%2Fsu626459%2Ff37347\" data-model-name=\"Next Chocolate Brown Corset Belt\" data-model-brand=\"\" data-url=\"https:\/\/www.next.co.uk\/style\/su626459\/f37347\" target=\"_blank\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" data-hl-processed=\"hawklinks\" data-google-interstitial=\"false\" data-placeholder-url=\"https:\/\/click.linksynergy.com\/deeplink?id=kXQk6%2AivFEQ&amp;mid=53096&amp;u1=hawk-custom-tracking&amp;murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.next.co.uk%2Fstyle%2Fsu626459%2Ff37347\" data-merchant-name=\"Next UK\" data-merchant-id=\"491232\" data-merchant-network=\"LS\" data-merchant-url=\"next.co.uk\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"product-image-widthsetter\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"\" style=\"padding-top:100.00%\"> <picture data-new-v2-image=\"true\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/v2\/t:468,l:168,cw:1452,ch:1452,q:80,w:1920\/kUUGqTZLaCjTnnJoH2zYSV.jpg.webp 1920w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/v2\/t:468,l:168,cw:1452,ch:1452,q:80,w:1600\/kUUGqTZLaCjTnnJoH2zYSV.jpg.webp 1600w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/v2\/t:468,l:168,cw:1452,ch:1452,q:80,w:1280\/kUUGqTZLaCjTnnJoH2zYSV.jpg.webp 1280w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/v2\/t:468,l:168,cw:1452,ch:1452,q:80,w:1024\/kUUGqTZLaCjTnnJoH2zYSV.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/v2\/t:468,l:168,cw:1452,ch:1452,q:80,w:768\/kUUGqTZLaCjTnnJoH2zYSV.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/v2\/t:468,l:168,cw:1452,ch:1452,q:80,w:415\/kUUGqTZLaCjTnnJoH2zYSV.jpg.webp 415w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/v2\/t:468,l:168,cw:1452,ch:1452,q:80,w:360\/kUUGqTZLaCjTnnJoH2zYSV.jpg.webp 360w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/v2\/t:468,l:168,cw:1452,ch:1452,q:80,w:320\/kUUGqTZLaCjTnnJoH2zYSV.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 710px) 670px, calc(100vw - 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30px)\" loading=\"lazy\" data-new-v2-image=\"true\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/v2\/t:468,l:168,cw:1452,ch:1452,q:80\/kUUGqTZLaCjTnnJoH2zYSV.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/v2\/t:468,l:168,cw:1452,ch:1452,q:80\/kUUGqTZLaCjTnnJoH2zYSV.jpg\" class=\"featured_image\"\/><br \/>\n<\/source><\/picture><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"featured_product_details_wrapper\">\n<div class=\"featured_product_title_wrapper\">\n<p>Next Chocolate Brown Corset Belt<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"subtitle__description\">\n<aside data-block-layout=\"hero\" data-block-type=\"featured-product\" data-editorial-currency=\"GBP\" data-link=\"https:\/\/click.linksynergy.com\/deeplink?id=kXQk6%2AivFEQ&amp;mid=53096&amp;u1=hawk-custom-tracking&amp;murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.next.co.uk%2Fstyle%2Fsu626459%2Ff37347\" data-link-merchant=\"Next UK\" data-link-text=\"\u00a322 at Next\" data-merchant-id=\"491232\" data-merchant-name=\"Next UK\" data-merchant-network=\"LS\" data-merchant-url=\"next.co.uk\" data-model-name=\"Next Chocolate Brown Corset Belt\" data-name=\"Product Block merchantlink widget\" data-render-type=\"fte\" data-show-fallback=\"button\" data-widget-type=\"merchantlink\" class=\"hawk-root\"\/>\n<p>You can also get this affordable belt in black and it&#8217;s got a gold-toned buckle detail at the front and fastens with poppers at the back. Throw on with flowy dresses or shirts to give more structure to your outfits.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" id=\"elk-seasonal\" class=\"paywall\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\/><\/p>\n<aside data-block-type=\"embed\" data-render-type=\"fte\" data-skip=\"dealsy\" data-widget-type=\"seasonal\" class=\"hawk-root\"\/>\n<p id=\"d24c8d2f-46eb-4073-ae13-0c7b6863e9f9-0\">The watercolour-esque design made it very striking yet it had a softness to it compared to other patterns like polka dots or stripes. If you\u2019re someone who isn\u2019t quite sure how to style patterns, I\u2019d recommend taking a similar approach to the Duchess and picking an item that\u2019s otherwise very simple. This helps to balance things out and make the item more wearable.<\/p>\n<p>Duchess Sophie also kept the rest of her outfit very minimal for her meeting with President Ruto, though one accessory particularly caught my eye. She wore neutral heels, carried a matching woven clutch for a sense of cohesion and added a tan belt.<\/p>\n<p>Belting your <a target=\"_blank\" data-analytics-id=\"inline-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.womanandhome.com\/tag\/dresses\/\" data-auto-tag-linker=\"true\" data-url=\"https:\/\/www.womanandhome.com\/tag\/dresses\/\" data-hl-processed=\"none\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"inline-link\" data-before-rewrite-localise=\"https:\/\/www.womanandhome.com\/tag\/dresses\/\">dresses<\/a> is such an easy thing to do and yet the royal showed how much of a difference it can make to an ensemble. The Duchess of Edinburgh\u2019s belt was chunky and featured a western-inspired silver buckle at the front.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"van-image-figure inline-layout \" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"\" id=\"e6a5c6a8-b666-48b8-ba0c-f17b05052e9a\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\" style=\"max-width:1131px;\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\" style=\"padding-top:177.90%;\"> <picture data-new-v2-image=\"true\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/k8rB3pCLpWeLVdE6K9yKPm-1131-80.jpg.webp 1920w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/k8rB3pCLpWeLVdE6K9yKPm-1131-80.jpg.webp 1600w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/k8rB3pCLpWeLVdE6K9yKPm-1131-80.jpg.webp 1280w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/k8rB3pCLpWeLVdE6K9yKPm-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/k8rB3pCLpWeLVdE6K9yKPm-768-80.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/k8rB3pCLpWeLVdE6K9yKPm-415-80.jpg.webp 415w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/k8rB3pCLpWeLVdE6K9yKPm-360-80.jpg.webp 360w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/k8rB3pCLpWeLVdE6K9yKPm-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 710px) 670px, calc(100vw - 30px)\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/k8rB3pCLpWeLVdE6K9yKPm.jpg\" alt=\"The Duchess of Edinburgh sits on a chair during a meeting with President William Ruto at the State House in Nairobi\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/k8rB3pCLpWeLVdE6K9yKPm-1131-80.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/k8rB3pCLpWeLVdE6K9yKPm-1131-80.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/k8rB3pCLpWeLVdE6K9yKPm-1131-80.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/k8rB3pCLpWeLVdE6K9yKPm-1024-80.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/k8rB3pCLpWeLVdE6K9yKPm-768-80.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/k8rB3pCLpWeLVdE6K9yKPm-415-80.jpg 415w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/k8rB3pCLpWeLVdE6K9yKPm-360-80.jpg 360w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/k8rB3pCLpWeLVdE6K9yKPm-320-80.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 710px) 670px, calc(100vw - 30px)\" loading=\"lazy\" data-new-v2-image=\"true\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/k8rB3pCLpWeLVdE6K9yKPm.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/k8rB3pCLpWeLVdE6K9yKPm.jpg\"\/><br \/>\n<\/source><\/picture><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>(Image credit: Jane Barlow\/PA Images via Alamy)<\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<p id=\"423c4335-99d1-4e59-895d-19cafcfb0f76\">It cinched in the waist of her frock and added extra structure and shaping which accentuated the feminine flair of the skirt too. The contrast between the leather and the flowy silk also made this outfit look very considered and polished.<\/p>\n<div id=\"slice-container-newsletterForm-articleInbodyContent-keaMGqAm7asRpRzfsQtFc5\" class=\"slice-container newsletter-inbodyContent-slice newsletterForm-articleInbodyContent-keaMGqAm7asRpRzfsQtFc5 slice-container-newsletterForm\">\n<div data-hydrate=\"true\" class=\"newsletter-form__wrapper newsletter-form__wrapper--inbodyContent\">\n<div class=\"newsletter-form__container\">\n<section class=\"newsletter-form__top-bar\"\/>\n<section class=\"newsletter-form__main-section\">\n<p class=\"newsletter-form__strapline\">Sign up to our free daily email for the latest royal and entertainment news, interesting opinion, expert advice on styling and beauty trends, and no-nonsense guides to the health and wellness questions you want answered.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>We\u2019ve seen Sophie wear the dress without a belt before and it was still beautiful. What else would you expect from a piece like this made by one of the <a target=\"_blank\" data-analytics-id=\"inline-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.womanandhome.com\/fashion\/high-end-high-street-brands-that-will-luxe-up-your-wardrobe\/\" data-url=\"https:\/\/www.womanandhome.com\/fashion\/high-end-high-street-brands-that-will-luxe-up-your-wardrobe\/\" data-hl-processed=\"none\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"inline-link\" data-before-rewrite-localise=\"https:\/\/www.womanandhome.com\/fashion\/high-end-high-street-brands-that-will-luxe-up-your-wardrobe\/\">best British clothing brands<\/a>? Yet the belt worked so well and you can mix and match different ones to make your own dresses feel and look different depending on the occasion.<\/p>\n<p>Leather designs are ultra chic and smart, whilst suede belts or raffia options are a little more casual, so it\u2019s worth adding a style to your <a target=\"_blank\" data-analytics-id=\"inline-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.womanandhome.com\/fashion\/spring-capsule-wardrobe\/\" data-url=\"https:\/\/www.womanandhome.com\/fashion\/spring-capsule-wardrobe\/\" data-hl-processed=\"none\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"inline-link\" data-before-rewrite-localise=\"https:\/\/www.womanandhome.com\/fashion\/spring-capsule-wardrobe\/\">spring capsule wardrobe<\/a> that would complement your signature outfits best.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"van-image-figure inline-layout \" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"\" id=\"452bedcd-7810-4bc0-8bb0-42d8a0e35422\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\" style=\"max-width:4088px;\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\" style=\"padding-top:56.26%;\"> <picture data-new-v2-image=\"true\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/CNsd8z8JroP3J57xSJNtnP-1920-80.jpg.webp 1920w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/CNsd8z8JroP3J57xSJNtnP-1600-80.jpg.webp 1600w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/CNsd8z8JroP3J57xSJNtnP-1280-80.jpg.webp 1280w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/CNsd8z8JroP3J57xSJNtnP-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/CNsd8z8JroP3J57xSJNtnP-768-80.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/CNsd8z8JroP3J57xSJNtnP-415-80.jpg.webp 415w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/CNsd8z8JroP3J57xSJNtnP-360-80.jpg.webp 360w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/CNsd8z8JroP3J57xSJNtnP-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 710px) 670px, calc(100vw - 30px)\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/CNsd8z8JroP3J57xSJNtnP.jpg\" alt=\"Duchess of Edinburgh looks on during a visit to Kazuri Beads in Kenya\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/CNsd8z8JroP3J57xSJNtnP-1920-80.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/CNsd8z8JroP3J57xSJNtnP-1600-80.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/CNsd8z8JroP3J57xSJNtnP-1280-80.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/CNsd8z8JroP3J57xSJNtnP-1024-80.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/CNsd8z8JroP3J57xSJNtnP-768-80.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/CNsd8z8JroP3J57xSJNtnP-415-80.jpg 415w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/CNsd8z8JroP3J57xSJNtnP-360-80.jpg 360w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/CNsd8z8JroP3J57xSJNtnP-320-80.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 710px) 670px, calc(100vw - 30px)\" loading=\"lazy\" data-new-v2-image=\"true\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/CNsd8z8JroP3J57xSJNtnP.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/CNsd8z8JroP3J57xSJNtnP.jpg\"\/><br \/>\n<\/source><\/picture><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>(Image credit: Jane Barlow\/PA Images via Alamy)<\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<p id=\"1c33aaa8-2505-4c5a-be16-83b451a16766\">Like all the royals, the Duchess of Edinburgh tends to either stick with <a target=\"_blank\" data-analytics-id=\"inline-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.womanandhome.com\/fashion\/smart-casual-outfit-ideas\/\" data-url=\"https:\/\/www.womanandhome.com\/fashion\/smart-casual-outfit-ideas\/\" data-hl-processed=\"none\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"inline-link\" data-before-rewrite-localise=\"https:\/\/www.womanandhome.com\/fashion\/smart-casual-outfit-ideas\/\">smart-casual outfits<\/a> or go very formal. She looked so sophisticated for Day 1 of her two-day visit to Kenya, which will celebrate the role of women in peace-building, growth and security. As well as meeting with President Ruto, Duchess Sophie went to Kazuri Beads.<\/p>\n<p>Kazuri Beads\u2019 skilled female artisans make handcrafted jewellery and the Duchess was pictured looking at their pieces and trying on a pair of earrings. She also spoke about how creative skills can help to foster economic independence.<\/p>\n<div class=\"block\" id=\"articleTag\" data-component-name=\"PostArticleLinks\" data-nosnippet=\"\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"post-article-links\">\n<p>TOPICS<\/p>\n<nav class=\"py-2.5 flex gap-2.5 flex-wrap\" data-analytics-id=\"article-tag\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-tag\">\n<a target=\"_blank\" class=\"flex-none p-2.5 text-white bg-neutral-950 hover:bg-neutral-500 hover:underline hover:underline-offset-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.womanandhome.com\/tag\/duchess-sophie\/\" data-before-rewrite-localise=\"\/tag\/duchess-sophie\"><br \/>\nSophie, Duchess of Edinburgh<br \/>\n<\/a><br \/>\n<\/nav>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><em> \u2018 The preceding article may include information circulated by third parties \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n<p><em> \u2018 Some details of this article were extracted from the following source www.womanandhome.com \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Duchess Sophie has been busy this month and after spending two days in Somalia she\u2019s just arrived in Kenya where she was greeted by President William Ruto wearing what I can only describe as a work of art. 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