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Duchess Sophie Stuns in Black & White Florals—and It’s the Perfect Spring Occasion Wear

Talk about making a grand garden party entrance

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A spring celebration calls for florals, which is exactly what Sophie, the Duchess of Edinburgh, wore to Buckingham Palace this week as she joined King Charles and Queen Camilla to help kick off the first official royal garden party of the season. But her take on blossom-covered attire was unique: Sophie chose an Erdem dress ($2,295) sprinkled with black and white blooms, making for a moodier—yet still bright-feeling—style. Now, the good news: Her exact dress is still in stock.

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Sophie’s look is called the Violetta draped gathered crepe midi dress and it’s just the kind of dress you could see yourself wearing to a daytime event like a baby shower or brunch. As displayed by the duchess, this is a style that is both sophisticated and fun—yes, it’s black and white, but the floral variety as it’s laid out help the dress make a statement but one that doesn’t overwhelm.

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In the case of Sophie, we also love her choice to add a clutch (like the green “moneypenny” design she carried from designer Sophie Habsburg) in a color that pops. It adds to the playfulness of the overall look. (Bonus points if the occasion you wear the dress to requires a hat.)

We pulled a couple of similar styles that will allow you to accomplish a similar spring aesthetic. Still, let’s give credit to Duchess Sophie, who keeps upping the ante when it comes to dressing impeccably. (Don’t even get us started on her stunning pink gingham suit, worn earlier this week.)

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Erdem

This is Sophie’s exact style—and a handful of sizes are still available to shop.

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Tuckernuck

We’re here for this off-the-shoulder moment.

Brochu Walker Havana Dress
Brochu Walker

This dress skews more tropical, but it gives a similarly pretty vibe.


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