Princess Anne made an appearance at one of the royal family’s engagements, where she was seen stunning her adorers and turning heads. The Princess Royal, 74, showcased the effortless grace and poise that we all know and love as she joined the rest of the royal family at the 2024 Royal British Legion Festival of Remembrance, which was held at London’s Royal Albert Hall. She shocked many style enthusiasts when she stepped out in a hairstyle different from her swept-up, classic ballerina chignon, debuting a new hairstyle for the first time in some 50 years.
The Princess Royal looked demure and elegant in a tailored dress paired with a silk scarf with a unique pattern and a black suit jacket combining the ever-glamourous velvet and satin. She opted for loafers and black tights to complete the look. Ever the picture of class, the Princess Royal complemented her look with the poppy that people adorn on the day to honor those who have dedicated their lives to service, the sacrifices made by the armed forces, veterans and their families. She also went for a beautiful oval pearl brooch, pearl and diamond earrings, a gold watch and a ring on her finger.
While her outfit cut a striking figure, it wasn’t what stood out the most about her on the occasion. We couldn’t help but notice the subtle and pretty change she had made to her hair, making it appear just a little different but still sophisticated.
Princess Anne has been known to embrace her gray hair, allowing it to blend with the deep brown hues she had in her youth. However, she switched the look up at the Royal Albert Hall on Nov. 9, 2024, and showed up with the chocolate-shaded hair that she had during her younger days. Her minimal makeup and classic lipstick further accentuated the subtle change. She has always shown up for the royal family, and done so in the most respectful manner, like opting for pearls, which are more appropriate for occasions marking grief.
Despite noticeably changing her hair color, Princess Anne is unlikely to change her style altogether. Having donned it for decades, the look works for her and reportedly takes just about 15 minutes. She revealed this after speculation over her hair during a promotion of “The Crown.” The Princess Royal expressed her preference for practicality over following every trend set when she said:
“I’m thinking, ‘How could you possibly take that long?’ I mean, it takes me 10 or 15 minutes.”
A working member of the royal family – also famous for competing at the 1976 Olympic Games in Montreal as part of the British equestrian team – the Princess Royal seems unfazed by passing trends and maintains her traditional, perfected aesthetic. Her loyalty to the beehive-shaped hairstyle knows no bounds, as she even had time to put it up when she left the hospital after the births of her children, Peter Phillips and Zara Tindall. Her consistency with her look also extends to her work, as she is known to be one of the hardest-working royals, a fact that endears her to the public.
Princess Anne honoured on new coin ahead of 75th birthday as statement shared
Princess Anne’s decades of dutiful service are being celebrated with the first-ever official UK coin dedicated to the Princess Royal.
Unveiled in celebration of her 75th birthday, this Royal Mint release has already wowed fans.
And many are over the moon about the tribute to Princess Anne!
Princess Anne’s service honoured with a coin
Dubbed the “Anne-iversary coin,” this fitting tribute is a £5 piece and was personally approved by Anne herself.
It features a portrait of the princess embossed on the coin.
The image depicts the princess and her signature bouffant hairstyle, styled with the Aquamarine Pineflower Tiara.
The special piece is framed with an inscription that reflects Anne’s hard work.
It states: “The Princess Royal – Celebrating 75 Years – Duty and Devotion.”
The Royal Mint wrote on social media: “Join us as we celebrate Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal as she marks her milestone 75th birthday with the first UK coin made in her honour, featuring her official Coat of Arms and an official portrait taken by John Swannell.”
Royal fans praise commemorative coin
Many fans agree this is a well-deserved honour. Consequently, they have flocked to social media to praise the piece.
“Love love love this! So well deserved! Another fab example of a life of service in honour, dignity and grace! Rock on Princess Royal,” one exclaimed.
Another penned: “She’s an absolute treasure and a shining example of true strength and selfless service to others – I hope I can add this to my collection.”
“The very hard-working royal who makes no fuss – just quiet devotion like her mother,” gushed another.
“So well deserved.. The Princess Royal is one of the hardest-working royals and a national treasure,” commented someone else.
Anne, often credited as the hardest-working member of The Firm, has a big birthday just around the corner.
Princess Anne’s birthday
She turns 75 on August 15, but so far has insisted it shouldn’t be made a big deal.
A charity forum she hosted at Buckingham Palace in June marked her birthday. Evidently, other than that, the princess doesn’t intend to have big plans.
Rebecca Morgan, director of commemorative coin at the Royal Mint, said: “For the first time in British numismatic history, we are honoured to celebrate the Princess Royal on an official UK coin.
“Her Royal Highness’s unwavering commitment to public service, charitable work, and support of His Majesty’s armed forces over seven and a half decades makes her truly deserving of this tribute.”
The Royal Mint designer discusses Princess Anne coin
The portrait of Anne is based on a photograph of the princess taken by John Swannell, a Royal Photographic Society fellow.
Thomas T Docherty, the designer of the coin, says the image reflected the princess’ “strength of character” and “understated elegance”.
Mr Docherty said: “I wanted to capture Her Royal Highness’s remarkable legacy and dedication to public service. The portrait reflects her strength of character and unwavering commitment to duty.”
He concluded: “It was really by observing Princess Anne and looking at the role she plays within not only her family but the nation and the Commonwealth that formed inspiration for the design of the coin.
“She has, I would say, a kind of understated elegance and strength.”
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