The 14 Most Fashionable (Lesser Known) Royals from Around the World
Catherine, the Duchess of Cambridge, has been universally lauded for her chic, streamlined wardrobe, but there are other royals out there who are just as stylish, if not as famous. From Sweden to Qatar to Thailand, the world certainly does not lack for fashionable ladies who know how to sport a tiara. T&C compiled our favorite looks from the chicest royals around the planet. Each woman featured has customized her royal fashion to reflect both her nation and her personal style. Indeed, the fanfare around a royal wardrobe is certainly deserved for these powerful women. Keep scrolling to read about the most fashionable royals in the world.
Princess Victoria is the eldest daughter of King Carl XVI Gustaf and the heir apparent to the throne. The 39-year old is pictured here with her daughter, Princess Estelle, wearing a summery dress by Ralph Lauren.
Here she is at the wedding of her sister Princess Madeleine, in Fadi El Khoury Couture, with her husband and daughter.
She's godmother to 18 of Europe's up-and-coming young royals, hence her nickname, "The Godmother of Europe."
Once Princess Victoria takes the throne, she'll be the first woman to do so in Sweden since the 1700s—and she'll do so in style. Here she is mixing prints for a rserved yet stylish look.
For her son Oscar's baptism, she chose a white broderie anglaise dress and matching hat and shoes. She's active in children's charities in Sweden, including her own, the Crown Princess Victoria Fund, which puts money toward recreational activities for children with chronic illness.
This 20-something princess of Thailand loves fashion and is a designer herself under the Sirivannavari label.
She is the only daughter of Crown Prince Maha Vajralongkorn, and has four brothers.
She's been spotted front row at couture shows, such as Chanel (pictured here) and Christian Dior, and is a devotee and supporter of Balmain.
Her grandmother, Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, was known as the "Queen of Thai Silk," and seems to have passed her sartorial leanings down to her granddaughter, who often cites her family as inspiration for her fashion collections.
When not attending fashion shows, you can find her on the equestrian circuit—one of her horses is cheekily named "Prince Charming."
The wife of Qatar's Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa al Thani, Sheika Mozah currently lives in Doha, Qatar and is known worldwide for customizing couture looks to meet Middle Eastern modesty standards.
She's also the owner of Le Tanneur, a French leather goods manufacturer, and has been awarded nine honorary titles across the world, having been named an honorary dame for six of them.
She's often cited as one of the most elegant women the world. For an official engagement in Spain (pictured here), she wore custom Chanel couture.
The designs of Jean Paul Gaultier, Hermes, and Giambattista Valli have all been seen on the royal, and some say she is the most sartorially influential woman of power since Jackie Kennedy.
Here, she's had a Valentino couture cape and dress customized, which she then accented with oversized David Webb jewelry.
Queen Rania, as she's often called informally, is the Queen consort of Jordan. Kuwati-born to Palestinian parents, she studied at the American University in Cairo.
She's been able to use social media to help promote her charitable causes, including education, health, and children. She's served on the boards of many influential organizations such as UNICEF and the United Nations Foundation.
A devout Muslim, Rania dresses accordingly, with long sleeves and knee-length or longer skirts, like this one from Proenza Schouler. On a trip last year to Spain, she and Queen Letizia went head-to-head in a royal fashion face-off.
For the 70th anniversary of Jordan's independence in 2015, she chose one of her favorite designers, Hama Fashion, for a complex and structural gown.
A deep teal chiffon gown and ornamental gold headband helped her ring in the celebration of the centennial of the great Arab revolt earlier this year.
Queen Maxima grew up in Buenos Aires before meeting the would-be King Willem-Alexander at an event in Spain. She's pictured here wearing a bohemian-printed Etro jumpsuit.
Dutch is her third language after her native Spanish and English; her taste embraces both the trendy and the conservative, like this jacket-and-hat combo for an official engagement in Germany this year.
She's a busy mother of three children, but devotes time to causes associated with those immigrating to the Netherlands just as she did, and she's often seen sporting shades of orange, the official color of the Dutch Royal Family.
She's unafraid to take risks, such as this tropical-print shift dress.
She embraces both bright color and standby neutrals, as evidenced by this portrait of her and King Willem-Alexander at their home. And like the Duchess of Cambridge, she appreciates fast fashion—her blouse is from COS.
The wife of the heir apparent to the Danish crown, Princess Mary is a commoner just like Duchess Kate. She's of Scottish descent, but was raised in Australia, and met the prince in a pub in Sydney in 2003.
For a vacation in Mallorca, Spain, she's chosen a simple, no-frills maxi dress.
A practical princess, she's worn this Jesper H?vring gown several times this year.
Princess Mary is pictured here in a SEA NY bohemian dress, sweater and heels for her family's annual summer photo.
She's a busy mother of four, but that doesn't stop her from supporting Denmark's third largest export: fashion (she's pictured here at Copenhagen Fashion Week). The Princess has always maintained an air of approachability; Copenhagen residents often see her riding around on her bike with her children.
Born in London and raised in Hong Kong before attending boarding school in Switzerland, Princess Marie-Chantal, as she's known informally, is a princess two times over. She's married to Crown Prince Pavlos of Greece, and the "Princess of Denmark" moniker comes from her husband's title in Denmark.
Since 2000, she's operated an upscale children's line called Marie-Chantal. She's pictured here in Valentino for the wedding of her husband's cousin, Princess Madeleine of Sweden.
The couple lived in Greenwich, Connecticut and New York City before moving to London. Again, the Princess is wearing Valentino here–Mr. Valentino is a good friend of hers.
The glamorous couple makes the international rounds, such as the Vanity Fair Oscars Party in 2015, where Marie-Chantal wore Alexander McQueen.
Marie-Chantal looks just as elegant in a casual look like this one. The seemingly ageless princess is a mother to five children, the eldest of which, Maria-Olympia, is coming into her own as a style star.
Queen Letizia is a fashion icon in her native Spain, unafraid of style risks like these leather culottes from Spanish fast fashion brand Uterque.
She's an avid supporter of Spanish labels, such as couturier Felipe Varela and fast-fashion brands like Zara and Mango. Her skirt here, which she's worn before, is from Boss.
Like many royals, she's a fan of pastels and romantic florals, and like Duchess Kate, she confidently mixes affordable brands and luxury pieces, such as the above dress from Zara, which she paired with Prada pumps.
She's frequently seen in light, streamlined neutrals, like this pink shell and white-pants combo from Boss.
Queen Letizia does European casual well, too–here she is in summery white pants and a striped white and navy top with her daughter, Princess Leonor.
Not one to rest on her title, this Saudi princess is a shrewd businesswoman. She's the first Editor in Chief of Vogue Arabia, and owns two members-only stores called D'NA in the Middle East that cater to private clients.
She married into royalty; her husband is Prince Sultan bin Fahad bin Nasser bin Abdulaziz.
She's a favorite of street style photographers for her daring looks. Here, she is pictured ere at the Delpozo Spring 2016 show in a striking yellow shirtdress.
Princess Deena Al-Juhani Abdulaziz is a former New Yorker; she and her royal husband used to reside on the Upper West Side before relocating to Riyadh.
A nurturer of young fashion talent, she's been one of the first to buy young designers such as Prabal Gurung and Jason Wu for her stores.
Previously known as Charlene Wittstock, the wife of Prince Albert of Monaco was born in present-day Zimbabwe. In addition to being a style star, she is a former Olympic swimmer.
She's pictured here at one of Monaco's largest events, the Red Cross Ball, in a one-shoulder red jumpsuit from Valentino.
The 2015 Princess Grace Awards was an opportunity for her to wear one of sponsor Christian Dior's couture looks.
She favors Akris and Armani for official engagements.
The last person to hold the title of Her Serene Highness was Grace Kelly, Charlene's mother-in-law.
While also a member of the British royal family, the Countess of Wessex is less well-known compared to the Duchess of Cambridge or the Duchess of Sussex. Sophie married into the royal family, after having grown up in Kent, England and working in public relations.
Sophie is married to Prince Edward, the Earl of Wessex, Queen Elizabeth's youngest son. The pair began dating in 1993, were married in 1999, and now have two children, Lady Louise Windsor and James, Viscount Severn.
The Countess often wears outfits with clean lines and bold tones. To celebrate her birthday in 2020, Sophie chose this red dress with a scalloped hem.
The Countess knows how to elevate a winter look with a bright pop of color. She chose this blue, belted coat and pillbox hat for the Sovereign's Parade at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst.
Also known for her jaw-dropping jewelry, the Countess tends to favor silver and platinum, diamonds, and, her most-worn gemstone, aquamarine.
This American-born princess met her husband, Prince Adekunle "Kunle" Adebayo Omilana, on her way to a model casting in New York City. Even after becoming royalty, the Princess continues to model, which explains her expert fashion sense.
The Princess, who is also known for being the face of Pantene, often walks in shows at various Fashion Weeks. Here, Keisha was photographed rehearsing for the Code Purple fall 2012 fashion show in a vibrant animal print gown.
Keisha is not afraid of a black tie look, and is often photographed in evening wear at galas and benefits. She loves looks that make a statement, whether that's with a shimmering fabric or a bright color.
The Nigerian princess is also involved in the beauty industry. The mother of two founded A Crown of Curls, a haircare business designed for families with mixed-race children, teaching parents how to style children's hair with a texture different from their own.
After becoming the youngest Queen in the world at age 21, Queen Jetsun Pema quickly established herself as a global fashion icon. Before getting married, Jetsun Pema graduated from Regent's College London with a degree in international relations—the perfect major for a future queen.
The Queen (photographed here with the Duchess of Cambridge) often sports traditional clothing, complete with bright colors and intricate patterns.
One of Queen Jetsun Pema's most notable outfits was her wedding attire. The look included an elaborate gown with a gold shawl and jacket. Of course, no Queen's outfit is complete without an impressive tiara.
While she does not use her royal title, Charlotte is eleventh in line to the throne of Monaco. Her mother is Caroline, Princess of Hanover and her grandmother was Grace Kelly, so this young royal clearly has fashion in her veins. Charlotte has long been a fixture on the fashion circuit, wearing countless amazing outfits over the years.
Charlotte and husband, film producer Dimitri Rassam, are often seen at society events in the United States, London, Paris, and in Charlotte's native Monaco. The pair has a son named Balthazar, who is 12th in line to the throne. Charlotte also has a son, Rapha?l, from a previous relationship.
Often at the forefront of fashion, Charlotte has been the face of both Gucci and Yves Saint Laurent. She attended the 2019 Met Gala in Saint Laurent, opting for this edgy, high-low gown.
A champion equestrian, Charlotte brings her style into the ring with sleek and elegant horseback riding looks. The young royal often opts for all-white riding outfits, complete with Gucci and Hermès accessories.
The 14 Most Fashionable (Lesser Known) Royals from Around the World
Catherine, the Duchess of Cambridge, has been universally lauded for her chic, streamlined wardrobe, but there are other royals out there who are just as stylish, if not as famous. From Sweden to Qatar to Thailand, the world certainly does not lack for fashionable ladies who know how to sport a tiara. T&C compiled our favorite looks from the chicest royals around the planet. Each woman featured has customized her royal fashion to reflect both her nation and her personal style. Indeed, the fanfare around a royal wardrobe is certainly deserved for these powerful women. Keep scrolling to read about the most fashionable royals in the world.
Here are our favorite looks from 14 of the most fashionable royals on the planet.
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