Fashioning the Crown

This engaging and well-researched book explores the evolution of British royal fashion and image-making from the early 20th century through the 1960s, highlighting how style played a vital role in projecting power, diplomacy, and resilience amid turbulent historical events. Drawing on original archival research and personal insights, author Justine Picardie uncovers the hidden stories of influential royal women and the designers behind their iconic looks, illustrating how fashion served as a strategic and symbolic tool for the monarchy.