Far from being a passive dresser, The Queen pays close attention to what she wears and what those clothes convey. She has left a lasting impression on the fashion industry, believes Justine Picardie.
The Queen has said of herself, ‘I have to be seen to be believed’, which is why the iconography of what she wears is such an integral element of her enduring success. Her Majesty’s distinctive wardrobe has performed a vital role in conveying a powerful visual…