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Kerrie Hughes

Duchess Sophie re-wears Prada coat not seen for 10 years, and we're copying its stunning colour for our spring wardrobe

Duchess of Edinburgh attends the traditional Easter Sunday Mattins Service at St George's Chapel.

The Duchess of Edinburgh re-wore a Prada coat for Easter that hasn't been seen in 10 years and the deep purple tone was stunning.

A handful of senior members of the Royal Family gathered on Sunday 31 March for the annual Easter Matins service held at St George's Chapel at Windsor Castle. It was King Charles' first main public appearance since being diagnosed with cancer, arriving alongside the Queen looking relaxed and happy. The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh weren't far behind, and Sophie wowed the crowd stepping out in a beautiful rich purple Prada coat with gold buttons, striking cream beret and towering heels of the same colour. 

(Image credit: Getty Images / Hollie Adams)

Not only does her outfit ooze elegance, it's also a masterclass in how to recycle your wardrobe. The Duchess was first seen in the stunning royal-coloured Prada coat a decade ago, during a visit to the String Orchestra at the Royal Artillery Barracks in Woolwich.

One of the biggest spring/summer fashion trends, purple is set to be everywhere in the coming months – and the hue of Sophie's designer coat, which screams royalty, is perfect for spring and one we'll definitely be adding to our spring capsule wardrobe.  

For the coat's first outing in December 2014, Duchess Sophie teamed it with a black dress, tights, heels and clutch bag – perfect for the winter month. But proving certain fashion items are timeless, in a masterclass in how to recycle your own wardrobe, she paired the designer item with an elegant cream beret and heels in a nod to the new season. 

Duchess Sophie wasn't the only royal to rewear something to the annual Easter celebrations. Princess Anne looked equally chic in the most stunning mint-coloured jacket, an item that too has formed part of her wardrobe for the last decade. Teamed with her favourite House of Bruar tasseled suede riding boots and a gorgeous tan suede bag, she was the epitome of sartorial splendor. 

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