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The Duchess of Cornwall takes a fashion risk and wow, just wow

The wife of Prince Charles surprises us...

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Laura Sutcliffe
Fashion and Beauty News Editor
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Wednesday was an extremely busy day for the Duchess of Cornwall. After her action-packed morning at ICAP’s 26th annual global Charity Day, the wife of Prince Charles hot-footed it to the National Army Museum to see a new exhibit. We loved her fresh new outfit - which was super directional! The royal wore a classic black, polka-dot dress, her favourite pearl necklace, black high heel shoes and the most incredible black cape blazer - a style she hasn't stepped out in before. Capes are loved by the fashion pack and we often see them at fashion week, so Camila is clearly in the know. 

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Camilla wore a cape!

 Whilst at the opening, the Duchess viewed the painting 'Major-General The Right Honourable J.E.B. Seely' alongside Seely's grandson Brough Scott. The painting was part of the 'Alfred Munnings: War Artist, 1918' exhibition, which features over forty works of art by the war artist that have been brought together for the first time in a century. The 71-year-old even let slip what she would like for Christmas having been inspired by the visit. "I've always wanted a Munnings, I'm not sure how I'll get my wish. Nobody painted horses better." 

We loved Camilla's look that she worked for the charity event earlier that day. The blonde royal rocked a striking tweed co-ord, black tights and smart block heel shoes.

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However it was her skirt that hit headlines - it had a fabulous contrasting hem that was crafted from silk, giving it a very glam edge. Subtle makeup accentuated her features and her trademark blonde hair was blow-dried to perfection. She looked impossibly fresh and glowing for her appearance, despite her late night the day before - she attended the annual white tie Diplomatic Corps reception at Buckingham Palace with the rest of the royal family.   

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