Princess Anne has been credited as the inspiration behind the BBC presenter Claudia Winkleman distinctive fashion choices on hit show The Traitors.
The presenter’s homage to Princess Anne’s distinctive look has proven particularly fitting for the show’s dramatic Highland setting.
The King’s younger sister has long been recognised for epitomising British countrywoman poise and elegance in her fashion choices.
The 52-year-old broadcaster made the disclosure during an appearance on The Graham Norton Show.
Princess Anne has been credited as the inspiration behind the BBC presenter Claudia Winkleman distinctive fashion choices on hit show The Traitors
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The presenter has gained fashion attention for her country-chic outfits while hosting the Bafta-winning reality series in the Scottish Highlands.
Winkleman explained she and her long-time stylist Sinead McKeefry “always like to have a muse” when selecting her wardrobe.
“For Traitors, it’s Princess Anne meets Sarah Brightman,” she told the show.
Her signature looks feature tweed blazers, capes and other Highland-appropriate attire that echo the Princess Royal’s renowned style.
Princess Anne has long been recognised for epitomising British countrywoman poise and elegance in her fashion choices
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Clear similarities can be seen between Winkleman’s Traitors wardrobe and Princess Anne’s signature style over the years.
Both favour classic capes, traditional tweed blazers and chunky roll neck jumpers as staple pieces.
The Princess Royal’s Highland-appropriate attire, including kilts, has been mirrored in Winkleman’s costume choices for the Scottish-based show.
These style parallels have resonated with viewers of the BBC programme, with Winkleman’s fashion choices earning widespread attention.
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Claudia Winkleman has gained fashion attention for her country-chic outfits while hosting the Bafta-winning reality series in the Scottish Highlands
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Princess Anne’s influence extends far beyond the BBC show, with W Magazine describing her as a “modern fashion icon hiding in plain sight”.
The Princess Royal’s style credentials have caught the attention of major fashion houses with designer Silvia Venturini Fendi revealing that Princess Anne featured on her mood board for the autumn/winter 2025 Fendi menswear collection.
The designer was particularly inspired by the royal’s signature trench coats, tweed jackets and wellington boots.
Fendi praised Princess Anne as “the chicest woman in the world”, commending the Princess Royal’s ability to “maintain her femininity while wearing uniform”.