Boots are more than just practical footwear: they symbolize style, resilience and individuality.
Boots have been a staple of royal wardrobes around the world for centuries, evolving from functional essentials to fashion statements that reflect personality and culture.
From classic leather riding boots to sleek thigh-high silhouettes and edgy ankle designs, they continue to turn heads year after year.
But can you identify a royal family by their shoes? Test your knowledge of royal fashion with this challenge.
Step into a world of craftsmanship, bold designs and sustainable style…
1. Soft luxury
Note: This Duchess gave her favorite Gianvito Rossi boots a makeover by popping them down at the Together At Christmas Carol concert.
2. Crystal statement
Note: This princess turned heads wearing crystal-adorned boots at St. Mary Magdalene Church on Christmas Day in 2003.
3. Rich in burgundy
Note: Gianvito Rossi boots in ‘merlot red’ were the perfect addition to this princess’s monochromatic outfit during the Amir of Qatar’s state visit to Britain.
4. Winter chic
Tip: Penelope Chilvers’ tan ‘Burford’ knee-high boots added a touch of winter chic to the royal Cheltenham Festival look in March.
5. Horse classic
Note: This royal, a polo enthusiast, was often seen sporting riding boots in the 1980s.
6. On point
Note: These vibrant Magrit suede boots stole the spotlight during a visit to Madrid in 2017.
7. Effortless lace-up shoes
Tip: Stuart Weitzman lace-up boots provided this regal shine on Cheltenham Festival Ladies’ Day in 2018.
8. Timeless elegance
Tip: These leather Tamara Mellon boots made a stylish appearance the 91st Field of Remembrance in Westminster Abbey.
9. Edgy chic
Clue: This royal embraced high fashion in 2020 with statement Dior laser-cut combat boots at Paris Fashion Week.
10. Reliable basic product
Tip: With a knack for re-wearing her favorite pieces, this royal has been spotted countless times in her Dubarry boots.
11. All-Red Royalty
Clue: Known for her bold sense of style, this monarch paired her all-red ensemble with Gianvito Rossi boots during a 2020 engagement in Utrecht, Netherlands.
12. Windsor Normal
Clue: This royal man was a frequent visitor to the Windsor Horse Show and was often seen wearing rubber boots.
ANSWERS
1. Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh
2. Princess Beatrice
3. Catherine, Princess of Wales
4. Princess Eugenie
5. King Charles
6. Queen Letizia of Spain
7. Zara Tindall
8. Meghan, Duchess of Sussex
9. Dame Amelia Windsor
10. Princess Anne
11. Queen Maxima of the Netherlands
12. Queen Elizabeth II