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Matthew Storey, curator at Historic Royal Palaces, previously told The Telegraph : Mourning dress has been part of European royal culture for centuries, but it reached its peak in the 19th century with the influence of Queen Victoria, who set a standard for the rest of society to follow. He added: When her beloved husband died in 1861 she abandoned the colourful clothes of her married life and, with the rest of the royal court, adopted black clothing as an outward sign of grief
With intricate floral lace appliques, almost 4,000 beads, sequins, and crystals, and an illusion plunge neckline, its hard to not fall in love with this gorgeous A-line gown
And with an extensive collection of closet staples, such as statement slip dresses and tailored blazers, WHBM marries everyday dichotomies, including the contradiction between smart and casual
Take the Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle, who attended her first Royal Ascot in 2018 just a few months after her royal wedding to Prince Harry
If youre in a social event with friends, you should truly be able to wear whatever you want and whatever you are comfortable with and whatever youre supported by
