Never one to shy away from an outlandish hat or loud print, Britain's Princess Beatrice often stumbles her way onto the world's worst-dressed lists.
On her wedding day, however, she failed to give the fashion police any ammunition: her dress was tasteful, it was timeless, and it was"green" to boot.refreshingly modern move," Beatrice wore a vintage gown she had borrowed from her grandmother, Queen Elizabeth, toDesigned by Norman Hartnell in the 1960s, the ivory Peau De Soie taffeta dress features striking beaded and diamante detailing on the bodice and skirt.
in 1962 and again for the opening of parliament in 1967 — further strengthens its eco credentials. It reinforces the idea of circular fashion, where clothes are designed to be reworn and revamped rather than ending up polluting a landfill after a single season.Beatrice's big day, the historic gown was updated with the addition of puffy organza sleeves and given a sleeker hemline, which is and that the skirt was a tad longer, but that's just nit-picking.Princess Beatrice updated her grandmother's vintage gown by giving it a sleeker hemline and adding puffy sleeves.
Even though the gown wasn't originally designed for Beatrice, it really does complement her eccentric sense of style. The geometric nature of all that sparkling embellishment plays into her love for bold patterns and, like most of what the royal picks to wear, ensures this outfit commands attention.
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