Big dress, chunky jewellery: What went wrong on Sophie, Prince Edward's wedding day
A fashion expert broke down Sophie's wedding look and detailed what was wrong
As Sophie and Prince Edward mark their 24th wedding anniversary, their wedding is still considered to be the most talked-about event due to the Duchess of Edinburgh’s wedding dress.
Fashion stylist Bella Hignett, while speaking to Express, commented on her choice to opt for a "modest" look for her big day.
"I think Sophie’s dress suited her personality - understated, modest, safe! However, I do think more recently she is looking far more stylish.
"Both Sophie and Edward were in their mid-30s when they got married and I think the dress reflected that maturity and the event itself seemed to be a deliberate departure from the usual grand scale weddings of Edward’s family."
Speaking about the Samantha Shaw gown, which had "a medieval-inspired dress coat with a modest train" seemingly appeared to be "too big".
"For the private party following the ceremony, she removed the coat to reveal a simple silk dress.
"I thought her ensemble looked a little on the big side and I wonder whether she had lost too much weight by the final fitting.
"Her pearl earrings and necklace with a cross pendant, also in a Medieval style, were a gift designed by Prince Edward made by Asprey & Garrard."
About the Duchess's jewellery, Hignett expressed dislike as she said: "I think they were too big and chunky for the dress but were most likely worn as they were special to her. I didn’t think they went well at all well with the delicacy of the tiara."
