Lessons in style from Prince Charles

Here I am at a primary school showing children that attention to detail is key. My ring gives off the clear message that I am next in line to the throne AND (this is the important bit) it matches my cufflinks Photograph: Anwar Hussein /WireImage

Brocade is a seriously underrated trim, in my humble opinion. Here you can see in my official 60th birthday portrait how it perfectly sets off the gold of my many medals Photograph: Hugo Burnand/Getty

I have heard fashion 'experts' say that wearing beige and white together is a no-no. This picture proves that there's more fashion nous in my little finger than those naysayers have picked up in a lifetime Photograph: Georges DeKeerle/Getty Images

A top hat and a double-breasted waistcoat is the perfect combination for a day at the races Photograph: Tim Graham/Getty Images

If you, like me, have a well-turned ankle, you should seriously consider wearing a kilt Photograph: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images

Now I know some of you may have thought for a second that it was Tom Cruise in Top Gun (one of my personal favourite films), but look again! This is my skiing attire: note the jaunty neckerchief, which really brings out the blue in my eyes Photograph: Tim Graham/Getty Images

It's a good idea to spit-shine your shoes until the photographer can see his camera in them Photograph: Dave Thompson/PA

When astride a mount it's not always easy to maintain your dignity, but with a golden belt you too can look princely! Photograph: Matt Cardy/Getty Images

Fatigues are not just for publicity trips to the Middle East, you know. I also wear mine while shooting grouse Photograph: Anwar Hussein /WireImage

Yes, I know the grand old days of the colonies are over, but on occasion it's nice to remember the great British Empire. Here I'm carrying a handy stick and wearing some nice cool clothing Photograph: Chris Jackson/Getty