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It’s time to celebrate our favourite monarch this week: the Queen’s birthday falls on April 21, and she’s turning 90. Taking a look back over her reign, it’s easy to see why we’re a little in love with Elizabeth – she’s fierce and fabulously fashionable, and an undeniable style icon. Here are just a few of the reasons why…
1. She Loves Colour
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Never afraid to play with colour, the Queen loves to stand out from the crowd. She rocks vibrant outfits in some seriously royal hues – we might have to borrow this sky-blue wool coat from her one day.
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2. She Follows Trends
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Did we mention that the Queen knows her trends? Spotted in springtime pastels, the Queen looks perfect for the warmer weather in a lilac ensemble with contrasting accents on her hat.
![Lilac](http://tesseract.local/app/uploads/sites/35/2016/04/Lilac.jpg)
3. She Rocks Prints
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Block colours can get boring – but the Queen rocks her prints and patterns just as well, overshadowing the beauty of the Chelsea Flower Show in her stunning floral ensemble.
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4. She’s A Classic
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If anyone knows their staple pieces, it’s the Queen. A classic handbag is a wardrobe must-have, and Her Royal Highness is often spotted wearing structured silhouettes in black and taupe – if it’s good enough for her, it’s good enough for us.
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5. She Accessorises
![The Queen - Accessories](http://tesseract.local/app/uploads/sites/35/2016/04/The-Queen-Accessories.jpg)
Here at MyBag, we love a woman who knows how to accessorise – and boy, does the Queen do it well. Rarely without a statement scarf, sophisticated hat or simple pair of gloves, the Queen injects some fun into her looks with a plethora of accessories.
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