Princess Charlene of Monaco is an icon of contemporary royal style : the 47-year-old's typically minimalist colouring paired with a penchant for fashion-forward silhouettes has turned her into a beacon of fashion inspiration across Europe.

Her latest outfit, from an engagement at a water safety awareness session for young students in Monaco on Friday, 28 November, is no exception to this rule.

As a writer on HELLO! 's Lifestyle desk, I keep a keen eye on the Princess of Monaco's style, and I think this is one of the most chic outfits she's worn all season, especially thanks to the centrepiece of the outfit: her deep red cape dress.

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For the occasion, it was vital to appear approachable yet regal, to stand out as a classy role model without either drawing

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