Duchess Sophie proves she is the real royal style icon, not Kate Middleton

Duchess Sophie proved once again why she’s the monarchy’s most quietly powerful fashion figure at the Royal British Legion Festival of Remembrance on Saturday night.

Joining senior royals at the Royal Albert Hall, Sophie radiated poise and understated glamour in a black Valentino cowl-neck gown, delivering a masterclass in modern royal elegance.

Sophie completed the ensemble with a symbolic poppy brooch and the Regimental Brooch of the Royal Corps of Army Music, perfectly merging heritage with modernity.

She carried a Lulu Guinness “Sophie” fan clutch, a nod to old-Hollywood refinement that still felt contemporary and relevant.

While Kate Middleton often leans into elegance with her sartorial choices and fashion-forward moments, Sophie’s enduring appeal lies in her consistency.

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