Queen Elizabeth's best style secret - and why Meghan Markle and Kate Middleton should take note

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 Famed for her vibrant wardrobe and iconic accessories, Queen Elizabeth was the epitome of elegance - always impeccably dressed, with not a single crease in sight.

Every public appearance was marked by flawless presentation thanks to a meticulous approach to fabric selection, as revealed by Angela Kelly - her senior dresser of nearly 30 years - in her book Dressing The Queen.

Kelly explains that choosing the right fabrics was a critical part of her role. She often visited shops to collect 'feelers' - large fabric samples she could physically assess before committing to a purchase.Apple iPad (10th Generation): with A14 Bionic chip, 10.9-inch Liquid Retina Display, 64GB, Wi-Fi 6, 12MP front/12MP Back Camera, Touch ID, All-Day Battery Life – Silver

To test a fabric's suitability, she wouldn't just examine its colour, texture and weave -she would scrunch and twist it in her hands, then smooth it out to see if it held any creases.

'If the material remains creased or crumpled, then it will be of no use and will be discarded from the selection,' Kelly notes. This simple yet effective trick was something the Queen herself had taught her.

Kelly maintained a small archive of fabric swatches for easy reference and comparison, ensuring consistency and quality in every outfit.

Although Kelly admitted sourcing fabrics was a passion - partly because it gave her an excuse to go shopping - she also emphasised just how important the task was to her role.

'Selecting the right materials, colours and trimmings and accessories which are both suitable for the occasion and to The Queen's liking is both a serious responsibility and great fun. 

Famed for her vibrant wardrobe and iconic accessories, Queen Elizabeth was the epitome of timeless elegance - always impeccably dressed, with not a single crease in sight

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