The royal family always has the spotlight on them.
They attend public events and are frequently photographed, meaning that many people often see their outfits.
Furthermore, royal rules mean that royal ensembles are under a particular kind of scrutiny.

Throughout her life in the royal spotlight, Eugenie has always appeared to have an appreciation for fashion.
She takes risks with her style and makes bold choices.
More often than not, these choices have earned her scrutiny for one reason or another.

Sometimes the public doesn’t feel that her look is appropriate for a royal family member.
While some looks are perfect for the average person to sport, a princess might have to think twice.
For most 28-year-olds on a springy day in 2018, this look would have worked.

Unfortunately, in Eugenie’s case, it got the internet talking.
Much too short and with boots??
Just no," one personcommentedon X, formerly known as Twitter.

Consequently, what you choose to wear to one is of the utmost importance.
Unfortunately, this was far from just any wedding.
It was widely televised, reported on, and talked about.

Eugenie wore a Vivienne Westwood outfit in a bright blue hue.
The print, volume, and strange silhouette overwhelmed her.
The coordinating feathery Philip Treacy hat was the unfortunate cherry on top of the already bizarre ensemble.

She paired a shiny pink babydoll top with a sparkly, boldly printed black and highlighter yellow mini skirt.
She also piled on gold necklaces, star-shaped earrings, and a thick, hot pink headband.
As a royal, though, this took things a bit too far.
Eugenie looked elegant and refined in head-to-toe navy.
Unfortunately, it was the “toe” component of the head-to-toe look that raised eyebrows.
The shoes, however, were particularly special; they set her back nearly $1,600.
Unfortunately, many royal watchers didn’t think these heels were worth the hefty price tag.
The open-toed shoes had a unique heel: a metal, sculptural wedge shape.
Another commenter called them “fabulous.”
In April 2024, Eugenie and Princess Beatrice traveled to Saudi Arabia to attend the World Economy Forum.
So, Eugenie chose to layer a black long-sleeve t-shirt under the black dress.