We usually get a sneak peek into the Royal Family’s Christmas Day activities as they all head to St Mary Magdalene Church in Sandringham.
On the big day, the Prince and Princess of Wales, Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie, and Queen Camilla are all decked out in their finest to partake in the tradition.
When it comes to attending St Mary Magdalene’s Church, the ladies have strict outfit protocols which they still have to follow, even at Christmas. Coats must finish below the knee, and they have to wear either nude or black tights. However, being the professionals that they are, each Royal Lady still ticks all of the style boxes.
From sophisticated coats to classy boots and stylish hats, every Royal makes their own fashion mark and keeps up their iconic style standards. We’ve rounded up some of the best looks throughout the years…
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Queen Elizabeth II
How could we not start with the late Queen Elizabeth herself?
After decades of leading the event, one of Her Majesty’s most chic moments was in 2015 when she sported a bold red coat that was finished off with monochrome faux-fur cuffs and collar by Royal dresser Angela Kelly.
In true Royal style, the effortless look was completed with a matching hat and a red-rimmed umbrella to echo the festive-inspired ensemble.
Get the look: Double-Breasted Midaxi Wool Coat, Phase Eight, currently £139 here.
Kate Middleton
During the Christmas Day service in Sandringham last year, Kate Middleton was a vision in blue, donning a custom-made Alexander McQueen coat. She paired the coat with Gianvito Rossi boots and a Juliette Millinery fascinator, exuding pure elegance.
The Duchess of Cambridge also honoured Princess Diana by wearing her famous double-drop sapphire earrings, adding the perfect finishing touch to her Royal blue ensemble.
Get the look: Cobalt Tailored Coat, Principles at Debenhams, £89 here; Navy Stretch Knee-High Boots, Dune London, £160 here; and Lawliet Wool Felt Pillbox Hat, Amazon, £29.99 here.
In 2019, Kate looked sophisticated and elegant in a long grey coat by Royal favourite Catherine Walker. She accessorised the look with a forest green Sylvia Fletcher hat, clutch, and matching heels, cleverly chosen to match Princess Charlotte’s coat.
Despite admitting to a fan that she felt too hot, we think this is one of her best looks.
Get the look: Grey Double Breasted Faux Fur Collar Coat, River Island, £99 here and Beaufort Court Shoes, Hobbs London, currently £119 here.
Meghan Markle
Meghan Markle made sure to dress to impress for her first time participating in the tradition in 2017.
Known for her chic and tailored style, Meghan opted for a tonal ensemble featuring a stunning sand-coloured Sentaler coat. She paired this with brown accessories: Stuart Weitzman boots, a matching fascinator, and a Chloé bag.
Get the look: Wool-blend Maxi Coat, H&M, currently £133 here; Tan Suede Block Heel Knee Boot, Phase Eight, £179 here; and The Rosie Circle Bag, LRM Goods, £74 here.
Countess of Wessex
Sophie, Countess of Wessex, broke Royal tradition in 2017 by opting for a fabulous floral Erdem dress instead of the usual plain designs.
The navy and pink botanical-printed garment ensured she stood out from the crowd, perfectly accessorised with colour-coordinated court heels, a clutch bag and a simple headband.
Get the look: Occasion Floral Lace Bodice Midi Dress, Oasis, £79 here.
Queen Camilla
Queen Camilla arrived at a snowy church service in 2009 dressed perfectly for a Royal lady. For the Christmas Day event, Camilla wrapped up warm in a teal blue coat paired with matching brown suede boots and gloves.
She kept it classy with a gold brooch and a polka dot neck scarf.
Get the look: Pure Wool Funnel Tab Coat, Jaeger, £299 here; Knee High Suede Boots, Jones Bootmaker, £160 here; and Navy Faux Fur Oversized Hat, Jayley, £100 here.
Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie
Princess Beatrice and Eugenie, known for their fashion sense, looked regal in coordinated blue outfits and black hats in 2015.
Beatrice chose a dark navy blue shade, while Eugenie donned a jewel-toned, double-breasted coat.
Get the look: Navy Belted Wool Coat, Nobody’s Child, £210 here and Double-Breasted Coat, Bimba y Lola, currently £216 here.
Princess Diana
Princess Diana, always a style icon, wowed in a tailored purple coat dress with contrasting black and white striped lapels and cuffs in 1990.
Setting the bar high for future Royal ladies, Diana had previously worn the same outfit in 1989 for the same event.
Get the look: Tailored Belted Maxi Shirt Dress, Karen Millen, £259 here.
