Buckingham Palace honours Queen Elizabeth fashion legacy in new statement

Buckingham Palace shared delightful news with fans ahead of the centenary of Queen Elizabeth II’s birth.

On July 21, the royal family and royal collection trust made a joint post on Instagram, sharing details about an exhibition which will take place in 2026 to honour the late monarch's fashion legacy.

King Charles' team unveiled the event name, Queen Elizabeth II: Her Life in Style, which will open in spring 2026.

The statement reads, "In 2026, to mark the centenary of Queen Elizabeth II’s birth, The King’s Gallery in London will play host to the largest and most comprehensive exhibition of The late Queen’s fashion ever mounted, Queen Elizabeth II: Her Life in Style."

"Shown here is a cream silk evening gown with foliate beaded embroidery, designed by Sir Norman Hartnell, and worn by Queen Elizabeth II in 1956."

"It is just one of approximately 200 items, many on display for the first time, charting the remarkable story of Britain’s longest-reigning monarch through clothing and accessories worn in all ten decades of her life."

As per the Palace's spokesperson, the dates of an important event will be announced and tickets will go on sale in November 2025.

It is important to note that the royal family issued a major update about Queen Elizabeth II: Her Life in Style amid King Charles' peace talks with Prince Harry. 

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