READ MORE: Duchess Sophie nails summer dressing in floral blouse and classic espadrilles - and her entire outfit is available to buySHOP: Kate Middleton's cobalt blue fit-and-flare dress is perfect for summer events - here's how to recreate her look on the high streetSee more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy REBEKAH ABSALOM, SENIOR FEATURES WRITER Published: 09:51 BST, 9 June 2026 | Updated: 10:01 BST, 9 June 2026
Daily Mail journalists select and curate the products that feature on our site. If you make a purchase via links on this page we will earn commission - learn moreThe Duchess of Edinburgh has quietly become one of the Royal Family's most stylish members in recent years.As Sophie's royal profile has grown, so too has her reputation for elegant dressing.She is often seen in flattering midi and maxi dresses, favouring sophisticated silhouettes, bold colours and eye-catching prints.However, during a recent trip to Portugal with Prince Edward, Sophie - aged 61 - stepped outside of her usual style comfort zone in a striking open-back dress.While royal women typically favour more modest cuts for daytime engagements, the Duchess proved that a touch of unexpected glamour can still feel entirely appropriate.Her statement Strawberry Date dress, by Spanish label Matelier, featured a rich red floral print, semi-sheer voluminous sleeves and a figure-skimming silhouette.She completed the look with sold-out burgundy platform sandals from Penelope Chilvers and beautiful gold jewellery by Tilly Sveaas and Giulia Barela.The best part? This is a style that works at any age. Thanks to its high neckline and ankle-grazing hemline, the dress strikes the perfect balance between sophisticated and modern, revealing just enough skin through its open-back design.If you're tempted to recreate Sophie's effortlessly chic look, I've listed the exact dress alongside similar styles worth shopping below.Recreate the look
