You Won't Believe Why Queen Elizabeth Wore Those Bold Colors — The Charming Reason Revealed

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From canary yellow to hot pink, the late monarch's rainbow wardrobe hid a clever purpose that made her unforgettable to crowds. Read on to discover the full story!

A Palette With Purpose

Queen Elizabeth, who reigned for 70 years and died on Sept. 8, 2022, used striking colors so she could be spotted in a sea of onlookers. In the documentary The Queen at 90, Sophie, the Duchess of Edinburgh, said the monarch needed to "stand out" so people could say they saw her.

Signature Looks Through the Years

Across seven decades the Queen cycled through every hue: canary yellow on visits to Canada and Pakistan, a turquoise ensemble when she visited the set of Coronation Street in July 2021, and a sparkling tangerine gown aboard the Royal Yacht Britannia in 1989. Her outfits often included meaningful accessories, like the "Scarab" brooch Prince Philip gave her in 1966; he died April 9, 2021.