Cover Prince Harry turns 38 (Photo: Getty Images)
Prince Harry turns 38 (Photo: Getty Images)
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Among the many things we imagine one might learn from being a royal is how to wear a suit impeccably. For his birthday, we look at what the Duke of Sussex’s style reveals about his personal tastes
Prince Harry has had a busy year since the death of his grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II: he released and went on a book tour for his memoir, Spare, in January; was present for the coronation of his father, King Charles III, in May; and he’s been attending multiple days of the Invictus Games this week.
What these events have in common is that he’d shown up impeccably dressed in suits that reflect his understanding of what works for him and the occasion. Of course, you’d expect that from a man who was trained from birth to mind the significance of every event he attends, where he’s be photographed from every angle. However, there is more to Prince Harry’s style than meets the eye.
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Above Prince William and Prince Harry (Photo: Getty Images)
Above Queen Elizabeth and Prince Harry in 2019 (Photo: Pool/Max Mumby/Getty Images)
Prince William and Prince Harry (Photo: Getty Images)
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It is also possibly indicative of the prince’s sentimental streak. For example, when he attended his grandmother’s funeral, he opted for a grey pinstriped trouser, rather than an all-black ensemble—a similar look to one he wore to a wedding that he’d attended with the late queen in 2019.
To celebrate Prince Harry’s birthday, we look at how he styles his suits, and why it works so well.
1. He knows his colours
Above Prince Harry in 2019 (Photo: Ian Lawrence/GC Images)
Above Prince Harry in 2018 (Photo: Karwai Tang/WireImage)
Prince Harry in 2019 (Photo: Ian Lawrence/GC Images)
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Prince Harry’s recognisable red hair means that he’s working with a select colour palettes, but he honours that and sticks to shades that suits him. Blues, greys and neutrals all work well to complement his features, and he doesn’t stray too far from them.
2. He occasionally forgoes a tie
Above Prince Harry and Meghan in 2018 (Photo: James D. Morgan/Getty Images)
Above Prince Harry and Meghan in 2018 (Photo: Karwai Tang/WireImage)
Prince Harry and Meghan in 2018 (Photo: James D. Morgan/Getty Images)
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Prince Harry doesn’t always wear a tie with his suits, and this creates a uniquely casual effect not often seen in traditional royal dressing. This styling alludes to his mother, Princess Diana, who took plenty of fashion risks during her time.
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3. He does traditional with a twist
Above Prince Harry and Meghan in 2019 (Photo: Karwai Tang/WireImage)
Above Prince Harry and Meghan in 2020 (Photo: Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images)
Prince Harry and Meghan in 2019 (Photo: Karwai Tang/WireImage)
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Following his mother’s influence, Prince Harry often incorporates a unique element to his suits: it might be a pop of colour in the lining of his suit, as seen with a flash of peacock blue, or he’ll play with around with colour, as he did with this suit and tie combo in lighter shades of blue.
4. He complements his wife
Above Prince Harry and Meghan in 2020 (Photo: Samir Hussein/WireImage)
Above Prince Harry and Meghan in 2019 (Photo: Samir Hussein/WireImage)
Prince Harry and Meghan in 2020 (Photo: Samir Hussein/WireImage)
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When Prince Harry attends events with his wife, Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, he’ll make the effort to coordinate his look with her and either match colours or wear complementary shades. Whether it’s a less formal look or a glamorous get-up, it makes for a visually pleasing effect.
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Amalissa Hall was the style writer at Tatler Hong Kong. Primarily focused on writing digital articles, she covers news, tracks trends and interviews experts from the fashion, beauty and wellness industries, as well as entertainment spheres. Interview highlights include Formula One driver Alex Albon, award-winning costume designer Jany Temime and prolific make-up artist Lisa Eldridge.
She has also produced print stories featuring make-up artists, perfumiers and other upcoming figures discussing Asian representation on social media, sharing industry insight and trends as well as explaining new approaches to wellness in Hong Kong.
