Princess Beatrice has officially set the bar high for royal outfits at this year’s Wimbledon as she attended Day 1 wearing a stunning striped co-ord. You’d be forgiven for mistaking the shirt and skirt for a dress and both pieces were by one of our favourite French clothing brands, Sandro.
We got a glimpse of the shirt in the most detail as she and her mum Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York arrived in the Royal Box on Centre Court. It had a neat, collared neckline and, unsurprisingly in this heatwave, Beatrice rolled the long sleeves up to elbow-length.
The shirt was ever-so-slightly cropped - not enough to be revealing, but perfect for ensuring when you tuck it in there isn’t a lot of excess fabric creating bulk in your skirt or trouser waistband. On the left shoulder there were two cut-out flowers.
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This breathable 100% cotton shirt with its embellished floral detailing is a stunning investment piece for anyone's wardrobe. It has a neat collar, long sleeves that Princess Beatrice wore rolled up to her elbows and is slightly cropped.
Made from cotton with a hint of stretch for comfort, this long skirt would be just as beautiful with a white cami or T-shirt tucked in as it is with the matching striped Sandro shirt. Like the top, the skirt has beaded flowers on it and also has a flounce along the bottom.
If you want to put your own twist on Princess Beatrice's Wimbledon outfit, then this affordable striped dress from Mango is a lovely option. It's got a sleeveless, shirt dress silhouette with pretty gathering on the side. Pair with white or tan sandals and your favourite summer bag.
This affordable calf-length shirt dress is made from woven fabric and has a collar, button-down front and a wide, detachable waist belt. The white piping down the front complements the stripes and highlights the gorgeous fit-and-flare shape.
This signature ME+EM striped blouse is made from soft cotton voile and features a horizontal seam across the back to create the perfect boxy shape. It's slightly longer at the back for more coverage and shorter at the front to tuck into waistbands.
Crafted from crisp 100% cotton poplin, this maxi skirt is one of those pieces you can reach for in summer and know you'll look elegant. It's lined and has an elasticated waist and practical side pockets.
These were embellished with shimmering rhinestones and pearl beads. This might sound a bit much for the daytime, though they were actually quite subtle. It also helped that Princess Beatrice’s shirt was otherwise very classic.
Running all over this piece were delicate blue and white stripes. The soft contrast between the pastel blue and white made this pattern feel understated and the Princess’s skirt had the exact same pattern.
Unlike the shirt which is made from pure cotton, the Sandro long striped shirt also has a touch of stretch for comfort. There are matching flowers on the right side and an elegant flounce running along the bottom hemline.
The femininity of these details with the structured, more formal design of the shirt is something that really made this outfit stand out to me. A shirt dress with a flowing skirt would create a similar effect and when you’re wondering what to wear in the heat, often a dress is just the easiest and coolest choice.
To create Princess Beatrice’s striped Wimbledon outfit at home, I would suggest going for a dress instead as there are far more options around compared to identical top and skirt sets. As patterns go, stripes give polka dots a run for their money as "most wearable".
They’re so classic that you don’t need to worry too much about what to style striped items with - especially if you choose a colour combination with a neutral hue in it, like blue and white or black and white. When in doubt, just go for white trainers or sandals to tie in with the white stripes and your ensemble will feel cohesive.
Princess Beatrice’s shoes weren’t visible in pictures taken at Wimbledon, though she was carrying a dove grey clutch bag as she and her mum found their seats in the Royal Box. Whilst she went for a minimal outfit, Sarah made a statement in an emerald green ME+EM dress.
This appearance was the Duchess of York’s first at Wimbledon since 2001, although Princess Beatrice herself usually attends at least once a year and enjoys wearing patterns. In 2024 the King’s niece wore a floral and lace dress and in 2021 when she was pregnant with her first daughter, Sienna, Beatrice opted for a polka dot puffed sleeve frock.
