Sarah Ferguson sends subtle message amid Prince Andrew scandal

Sarah Ferguson may have offered a quiet nod to the latest wave of controversy surrounding Prince Andrew, not with words, but through her shoes.

Appearing at a book-signing event in London for her novel Her Heart for a Compass, the 65-year-old Duchess of York wore a striking pair of black velvet loafers embroidered with the phrase: “Never complain, never explain”, the long-held royal mantra associated with Queen Elizabeth II’s discreet approach to public life and scandal.

The timing of her sartorial statement comes amid fresh claims about her ex-husband, Prince Andrew, detailed in an upcoming biography Entitled: The Rise and Fall of the House of York by author Andrew Lownie. 

Excerpts from the book, serialised by the Daily Mail, outline explosive allegations about the Duke of York, prompting widespread speculation.

While Ferguson has made no official comment in response, her choice of footwear hasn’t gone unnoticed by royal watchers, many of whom see it as a subtle but deliberate statement on the unfolding situation.

Photos shared from the private event in central London show her smiling brightly, engaging warmly with guests and posing confidently for pictures as she signed copies of her novel.

The Duchess has remained a steadfast supporter of Prince Andrew, even continuing to share a residence at Royal Lodge with him following their divorce nearly three decades ago. 

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