Duchess Sophie’s Wide-Leg Trousers Steal the Show During Visit to Canada This Week

In the midst of all the royal hubbub with Prince Harry in the U.K (and finally reuniting with his dad, King Charles), Sophie, the Duchess of Edinburgh, touched down in Alberta, Canada for an equally splashy visit this week. Her trip was a busy one with a royal diary full of charitable engagements, but it was a stop at the Pacific Assistance Dogs Society—and her wide-leg navy trousers—that most caught our eye.

The pants are a repeat style by Max Mara. Paired with a cropped tweed blazer from Frame ($648; $453) and what appears to be a navy camisole, Sophie’s overall ensemble feels tailored and sharp. Still, it was the wide leg silhouette of her trousers that felt extra special, offering a figure-lengthening effect that, with the addition of a fitted blazer up top, helps draws the eye upward.

As for the occasion? The duchess was on hand to learn about the life-changing role of service dogs. In fact, she was especially charmed by one of the puppies there—Josie—with a number of photographs showing the pair cuddling up. The royal family noted the trip on their Instagram account, while also nodding to Sophie’s busy schedule while in town: “Highlights of the visit included attending the Spruce Meadows Masters Tournament, of which the Duchess is Patron, meeting young people at the Youth Centres of Calgary, and joining riders and volunteers at the therapeutic riding charity Opening Gaits.” It was certainly a packed week.

Now, the fun part: How to mirror the Duchess of Edinburgh’s impeccable style. We found a few similar trouser options that read as elegant and professional all in one.