January 2026 Royal Fashion Trends: Queen Mary’s Iconic Tiara Steals the Show
January 2026 Royal Fashion Trends: Queen Mary’s Iconic Tiara Steals the Show
As we embark on a new year, the realm of royal fashion is teeming with exciting prospects. The year 2025 was a standout period for royal style, with the Princess of Wales gracing three state banquets and European royal ladies making bold fashion statements. Notably, Princess Charlene of Monaco made waves by re-wearing her wedding tiara for the first time in 14 years.
The Festive Season: A Display of Royal Fashion
The festive season witnessed royal fashion icons like Zara Tindall, Duchess Sophie, and Queen Mary of Denmark dressing to impress. The British royal family made a full appearance on Christmas Day for the annual church service at Sandringham and a walkabout, setting the stage for a year of sartorial excellence.
A New Year of Royal Style
As we anticipate a new year of royal fashion, European royal ladies have already begun setting their style agendas for 2026. From vibrant colors to classic elegance, the royal fashion scene is as dynamic as ever.
Queen Máxima: A Burst of Color
Queen Máxima embraced a burst of color as she stepped out alongside her husband, King Willem Alexander, for the New Year’s reception at the Royal Palace in Amsterdam. The Argentinian-born Dutch royal opted for a textured royal blue coat paired with petrol blue pumps. She created a contrasting moment with a green satin pencil dress and emerald earrings to match.
Queen Rania: Business Chic
Queen Rania of Jordan nailed business chic as she visited Hikma Pharmaceuticals’ factory in Al Salt. She wore Isabel Marant’s ‘Rosalie’ draped dress, featuring a gathered skirt, belted waistline, and long sleeves. She paired the pinstripe number with her ‘Gianvito 105 Pumps in Fumo Grey Suede’ by Gianvito Rossi and a Fendi ‘By The Way’ bag.
Zara Tindall: Summer Ready
Zara Tindall looked ready for summer as she enjoyed some winter sun in Australia. The daughter of Princess Anne was spotted at the Magic Millions equestrian carnival on the Gold Coast, styling it out in the ‘Manon’ dress by the Australian fashion house, Aje. She accessorized with an Akubra ‘Eyre’ straw hat, an Oroton bag, and heeled rope sandals by Tommy Hilfiger.
Princess Kate: The Color of the Season
On January 8, the Princess of Wales opted for the color of the season as she made a surprise appearance at Charing Cross Hospital in west London. She re-wore one of her most flattering suits, a burgundy number by Roland Mouret, paired with a blouse in the same rich red wine hue and her 2025 Christmas Day bag, the ‘Small Hudson’ bag by De Mellier.
The Princess of Wales and Prince William at Charing Cross Hospital. It was the seasonal berry hue that made Kate’s simple workwear stand out. Constance Richardson, a London-based stylist specializing in color analysis, spoke exclusively about the symbolism behind burgundy. She explained: “It suggests depth, maturity, and opulence. It’s a sophisticated alternative to classic red.”
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