Own piece of royalty: King launches limited edition item as tribute to Queen Elizabeth's style
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A new fashion item that celebrates her legacy and carries a sustainability message has emerged in a touching tribute to the late Queen Elizabeth II's iconic style.
The King has unveiled a series of limited edition silk headscarves, a nod to his mother's vibrant and colourful fashion sense, particularly her fondness for silk scarves.
The late Queen was often seen with a silk scarf gracefully tied around her head, especially at outdoor events or while enjoying her private time at the Windsor and Sandringham estates.
These scarves became a symbol of her style, blending elegance with practicality.
The King partnered with the eco-friendly design team Vin + Omi to create a limited run of 100 headscarves, each bursting with bright colours and available exclusively at the Sandringham estate shop for £85.
The design process was meticulous. Three variations were presented before the King selected the final design to honour his mother's memory.
But these scarves are not just about style; they carry an environmental conscience.
In an innovative carbon offset program, every milk carton from the Sandringham canteen was collected and repurposed into furniture.
Furthermore, for each carton gathered, the designers transformed a plastic bottle from their clean-up initiatives into microfiber-bonded textiles, showcasing a commitment to reducing waste and promoting sustainability.
The scarves are adorned with bold floral patterns reminiscent of those the Queen favoured.
Her collection was diverse, ranging from the luxurious Hermès scarves, which could fetch around £300, to graphic 1960s prints, paisley, traditional florals, and even a whimsical dog-patterned scarf that paid homage to her beloved corgis.
This initiative coincided with Vin + Omi's exhibition titled 'Royal Garden Waste to Fashion’s Future,' which is open at Sandringham until 11 October.
The exhibition featured garments crafted from plant waste sourced from the royal gardens.
The relationship between the King and the design duo began in May 2018 when they introduced him to their innovative approach to textile production, which included weaving fibres from nettle stems into the fabric.
The King, an advocate for environmental causes, offered nettles from his Highgrove garden to support their endeavours.
The collaboration has since flourished, with the designers utilising various plants and materials from the royal estates to create sustainable fashion pieces.
They've transformed Sandringham's invasive giant butterbur plant into a statement dress and crafted a sustainable 'little black dress' using discarded horsehair and nettles from Highgrove.
In 2022, to celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee, the Royal Collection released a £195 purple and gold headscarf enthusiastically received by royal fashion aficionados.
Have you ever owned a piece of clothing with a royal connection? Would you consider purchasing one of these limited-edition headscarves? Share your experiences in the comments below.
The King has unveiled a series of limited edition silk headscarves, a nod to his mother's vibrant and colourful fashion sense, particularly her fondness for silk scarves.
The late Queen was often seen with a silk scarf gracefully tied around her head, especially at outdoor events or while enjoying her private time at the Windsor and Sandringham estates.
These scarves became a symbol of her style, blending elegance with practicality.
King's limited edition silk scarves inspired by Queen Elizabeth II's iconic style. Credit: Shutterstock
The King partnered with the eco-friendly design team Vin + Omi to create a limited run of 100 headscarves, each bursting with bright colours and available exclusively at the Sandringham estate shop for £85.
The design process was meticulous. Three variations were presented before the King selected the final design to honour his mother's memory.
But these scarves are not just about style; they carry an environmental conscience.
In an innovative carbon offset program, every milk carton from the Sandringham canteen was collected and repurposed into furniture.
Furthermore, for each carton gathered, the designers transformed a plastic bottle from their clean-up initiatives into microfiber-bonded textiles, showcasing a commitment to reducing waste and promoting sustainability.
The scarves are adorned with bold floral patterns reminiscent of those the Queen favoured.
Her collection was diverse, ranging from the luxurious Hermès scarves, which could fetch around £300, to graphic 1960s prints, paisley, traditional florals, and even a whimsical dog-patterned scarf that paid homage to her beloved corgis.
This initiative coincided with Vin + Omi's exhibition titled 'Royal Garden Waste to Fashion’s Future,' which is open at Sandringham until 11 October.
The exhibition featured garments crafted from plant waste sourced from the royal gardens.
The relationship between the King and the design duo began in May 2018 when they introduced him to their innovative approach to textile production, which included weaving fibres from nettle stems into the fabric.
The King, an advocate for environmental causes, offered nettles from his Highgrove garden to support their endeavours.
The collaboration has since flourished, with the designers utilising various plants and materials from the royal estates to create sustainable fashion pieces.
They've transformed Sandringham's invasive giant butterbur plant into a statement dress and crafted a sustainable 'little black dress' using discarded horsehair and nettles from Highgrove.
In 2022, to celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee, the Royal Collection released a £195 purple and gold headscarf enthusiastically received by royal fashion aficionados.
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