The 79th World Health Assembly (WHA79) took place in Geneva, Switzerland, from May 18 to 23, 2026. The Duchess of Edinburgh, who serves as Global Ambassador for the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness, attended sessions of the World Health Assembly for the first time. The Duchess also visited the Commonwealth Small States Office. For the event, the Duchess wore a bluebell suit by Victoria Beckham.
On the evening of May 19, 2026, the Duchess of Edinburgh attended a reception on multilateralism and international law held at the British Residence in Geneva. For the reception, the Duchess wore a new turquoise floral-print dress by Matelier.
On the second day of her visit to the 79th World Health Assembly, the Duchess attended a high-level Pacific Islands Health Ministers’ Meeting. She met with Pacific ministers of health, senior government representatives, global health leaders, and development partners. For the occasion, the Duchess wore a navy dress by Emilia Wickstead.
Having worked in global health in Geneva, I can say that all 3 outfits fit in very well there.
ردحذفGood looks of Sophie - she represents the royal family well.
ردحذفI like the lilac pantsuit on the Duchess, although I think the jacket could be a little shorter; it doesn't show off her figure at this length. Love the Matelier dress, especially with the shawl. It's appropriate for an evening event. Not so sure about the navy dress; a contrasting belt would be better, maybe tan, with a tan purse. I see she's wearing different shoes for inside and outside - both look good with the dress.
ردحذفWell now what do we have here but 3 lovely looks. The suit nice colour blue, she is wearing the perfect blouse for her with a little ruffle at the neck and cuffs, sits nicely in the opening. The long dress, seems to be the trend in Europe fits well and the last dress very good length on her and of course the colour is a nice deep shade she wears well.
ردحذفIs Edinburgh a country in Europe ?/American
ردحذفEdinburgh is the capital city of Scotland, so part of UK. The title ‘of Edinburgh’ was first given to Prince Frederick, grandson of George I, the first Hanoverian king of Britain. On his death, the title passed to his son George, who subsequently became King George III, when the title ceased to exist. Alfred, the second son of Queen Victoria was granted the title and as his only son died before him, the title reverted to the crown until it was granted to Prince Philip. On his death in 2021, by laws of succession, it passed to his eldest son Charles. Shortly after Charles became King, the title was given to Prince Edward, in accordance with Prince Philip’s wishes
حذفJe porte à votre attention qu’Edimbourg est la capitale de l’Ecosse !
حذفA short comparison with the jacket buttoned up (with both buttons) shows that this is either not the right size for Sophie or not the right fit. She closed only one button (photo 1) and the second one she could not have closed even if she wanted it, the two sides of the jacket just pull away from each other. She should leave it open because the first photo is not really convincing. Same applies to the untidy--messy neckline of the blouse but this is almost always the case. I am so disappointed exactly because she is such a nice person. I stop here because ... I don't like the rest either. Fashionwise really hopeless.
ردحذفI think VB clothes are designed for much taller women and these longer length jackets do not flatter Sophie. She is looking lovely and much slimmer these days, but her outfits are just the wrong side of dowdy for my liking. Unlike one commenter above I love the coloured dress but feel the shawl ruins the look and a different solution to keep her warm would have been better. The blue dress would look better shorted and as someone else suggested with a contrasting belt and perhaps a lovely brooch to break up the blue. She is such a beautiful woman and spends a lot of money on clothes which are so nearly fabulous! IMO LRB
حذفWaarom moet het weer een modeshow worden.
ردحذفJ’ai pu remarquer que Sophie a été vêtue d’un costume de couleur parme que je lui préfère nettement au port d’une robe !
ردحذفAll of her Outfits very pretty.
ردحذفI like her look in blue suit, very professional, but I don't like those long dresses on her.
ردحذفSophie, Duchess of Edinburgh, is a beautiful lady. I love her outfits in Geneva. The off-white suit fits her perfectly and looks very professional. I also like the evening party dress and the navy blue dress (although there will definitely be some commentators who will complain about the length). It's hard to believe that Sophie is 61 years old.
ردحذفStephanie
I agree with all your comments, Stephanie, and in my view, while the blue dress is long, she can actually just get away with it.
حذفDuchess Sophie is looking very beautiful in this suit.
ردحذفWell I love pantsuits but this one buttons odd not a fan. It's the Emilia Wickstead dress that's not flattering not her figure in my opinion. The Matelier dress I like.
ردحذفUne valeur sûre pour la firme
ردحذفTo 15.42...Edinburgh is the capital city of scotland which is part of great britain which in turn is in europe. I did geography in school.
ردحذفThe Navy EW pleated dress is lovely, suits the Duchess's shape, the swish and movement of the skirt of the dress is very flattering. The blue pantsuit looks splendid, fitting well and nice design again suiting her body shape well. She looks stylish and professional. The Micenas Dress looks very attractive and appeals to me.
ردحذفThe blue suit is fine and I like that the floral dress is not all pastel colors. The EW dress is the best fit IMO since it has structure and clean lines. I like the nude shoes and matching belt to keep the look streamlined and modern.
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