One could say royals and fashion go hand in hand, but there’s a group of them that have taken their passion for fashion (sorry, we had to!) a step further. Aside from giving sartorial inspiration through their own styles, they’ve made their fashion footprints by taking their entrepreneurial spirits to create capsule collections as well as full-on brands. Peruvian-born Princess Alessandra de Osma , married to Prince Christian of Hanover, isn’t only spotted at the front row of fashion shows, but her luxe handbag brand Moi and Sass, reinforces her ties to the fashion world. And let’s not forget Meghan Markle ’s capsule collection in collaboration with Smart Works.
The Duchess of Sussex worked with some of her favorite brands to create five essential wardrobe pieces cognitive of her personal style. Furthermore, Diane von Furstenberg’s granddaughter, Talita von Furstenberg , evidently carries fashion in her genes.
Keep reading for more on royals who’ve tapped into the fashion realm.
© GettyImagesPrincess Alessandra de Osma
The Peruvian model turned Hanover royal launched her handbag brand Moi and Sass in partnership with her business partner Moira Laporta. Their brand is a minimalist’s dream offering the notion of fashion meets function with chic, structured designs.
© GettyImagesTatiana Casiraghi
Aside from sitting front row during fashion week, the Monaco royal is co-founder of Muzungu Sisters. Colombian heiress Tatiana launched the ethical clothing and accessories brand with her friend Dana Alikhani. Together, the power-duo collects and resells sustainable goods from artisan communities around the world.
© GettyImagesMeghan Markle
The Duchess of Cambridge released a capsule collection in 2019 in partnership with Smart Works, the organization which provides interview clothing and training to unemployed women in need. Prince Harry’s wife worked with her designer friend Misha Nonoo, John Lewis, Marks & Spencer and Jigsaw to create a chic five-piece workwear collection.
© GettyImagesTalita von Furstenberg
Diane von Furstenberg’s granddaughter launched a capsule collection with DVF, aptly titled TVF. She launched the first collection of sweet, whimsical pieces in April 2019 with a second one following in October of that same year.
