Queen Rania of Jordan is one of the most consistently glamorous royals, never failing to deliver on the most classically elegant looks, while also bringing out some fashion-forward outfits that push the boundaries of contemporary royal style.
The Jordanian Queen attended the inauguration of the 25th branch of the Zaha Cultural Centre in Aqaba, Jordan on Monday, 9 February, where she also had a tour of the facilities and learned about the range of family-oriented programs that are offered to visitors.
For the occasion, the 55-year-old opted for a more casual look, of which she's had many great ones recently, including a Lara Croft-like look and some soft pastels for her family's birthday portraits. Scroll down to see the best pictures of Queen Rania from the engagement...
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© Royal Hashemite CourtAs identified by royal fashion blogger @royalfashionpolice on Instagram, Queen Rania opted for a two-piece look from Zimmerman, including a balloon-sleeved denim blouse and a shirred denim midi skirt, both of which came in a gorgeously soft baby blue colour.
To accessorise, she brought out a pair of nude and white-toned heels from Jimmy Choo that were four inches tall, as well as a white belt from Bottega Veneta that beautifully matched the buttons on her blouse.
It's a wonderfully casual look that's elevated by the unique textures from the denim and the shirred neckline on the top and waist on the dress. As always, the mother-of-four put her own spin on a style to take it from simple chic to something special.
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An expert's take on Queen Rania's outfit
Oriona Robb, a luxury stylist with more than 20 years of experience in the fashion industry, spoke exclusively to HELLO! about Queen Rania's outfit, giving us her take on what makes her look so successful.
She especially highlighted "the way she treats denim as a fabric, not a casual staple," continuing: "The soft baby-blue tone also instantly elevates it, moving the look away from everyday utility and into something refined and feminine."
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© Royal Hashemite CourtThe fashion expert also pointed out that "the silhouette does a lot of heavy lifting," explaining: "the gently puffed sleeve, nipped-in waist and fluid skirt create movement and structure, which is often what denim lacks," calling the overall look "polished, modern and quietly powerful rather than overtly dressed".
Above all, Oriona called the coordination "the standout element". She elaborated: "Matching denim top and skirt gives the outfit a considered, almost couture-like feel, it reads as intentional. Paired with sharp white heels and minimal accessories, the look strikes a balance between approachability and authority, which is very much Queen Rania’s style sweet spot."
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© Royal Hashemite CourtExpert tips on other unique ways to wear and style denim
We couldn't help but ask the stylist for some of her top tips on how to put your own spin on the beloved everyday fabric!
"Denim really comes into its own when you play with proportion and finish," Oriona began. "Mixing tailored denim, like corset-style tops, belted jackets or pleated skirts, with softer silhouettes instantly modernises the fabric. Tone-on-tone denim works particularly well in lighter shades (powder blue, washed grey), especially when broken up with crisp accessories or contrasting footwear."
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© Royal Hashemite CourtThe fashion expert also suggested another "elevated approach," which would be to treat denim "as you would tailoring". She continued: "Think sharp seams, sculptural sleeves, or wrap details that mimic formalwear.
"Denim dresses, co-ords and structured separates feel far more current than classic jeans when styled this way. The key is restraint, letting cut, colour and craftsmanship do the talking rather than piling on trends," Oriona concluded.
