A Unifying Color Among Royalty
With 44 monarchies and nearly as many distinct styles, one might think diversity would dominate. However, despite differing aesthetics, inspirations, and traditions, royal figures often share stylistic quirks, shaped by unspoken rules, favorite brands, and the formal events they attend. Recently, a particular color trend has taken hold across European monarchies. Sovereigns from Denmark, Spain, Great Britain, Monaco, and Norway have all embraced this color enthusiastically during the first month of the year.
This color symbolizes stability, trust, convention, tradition, and peace. Historically, it has been linked to the uniforms of the Royal Navy and the U.S. Navy, which is why it is also favored in the visual identities of insurance and banking sectors. The color in focus here is navy blue.
Kate Middleton sported it on January 20th, Charlène of Monaco and Mary of Denmark on January 27th, Letizia of Spain on January 28th and again on February 4th… Each princess displayed it in a variety of styles. During her visit to Estonia, the Danish queen opted for a tweed dress designed by Lasse Spangenberg, complemented by a matching headband from Katrin Cecilia Jacobsen, a MaxMara coat, and a scarf all in this deep blue shade. At the end of January, Letizia of Spain was seen in a navy coat by Hugo Boss. Meanwhile, the Princess of Monaco chose a coat with an integrated scarf, a headband, and the iconic Capucines bag from Louis Vuitton.
The Historical Significance of Navy Blue in Royalty
The prevalence of navy blue in royal fashion during January might seem surprising, but it is actually deeply rooted in royal history. Since the 16th century, blue has been regarded as a color reserved for nobility and the affluent classes.
This is because the blue dye used for textiles back then was derived from the cultivation of the Pastel plant, which was expensive to produce. Consequently, only the wealthy could afford garments dyed in this hue. It appears that this centuries-old fashion tradition continues to hold sway among today’s royalty.
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Olivia Martinez is the Fashion Editor at Lady and The Track, bringing over seven years of experience in the fashion industry. With a background in fashion design and styling, Olivia has worked with top fashion brands and magazines. Her keen eye for trends and styling tips helps readers stay ahead of the fashion curve. Whether she’s covering runway shows or street style, Olivia ensures that Lady and The Track readers are always in the know when it comes to the latest in fashion.