Duchess Sophie, who’s loved and respected for her devotion and loyalty to the Firm, has performed an important duty in absence of Princess Kate.

The Duchess of Edinburgh has presented a prestigious award, named after the late Queen, at the Royal Academy of Arts in central London.

The 59-year-old appeared to be styling diva as she presented a fashion designer – who has been backed by music sensation Harry Styles – the distinguished Queen Elizabeth II Award for British Design at the British Fashion Council event.

The prize was presented to London-based menswear designer Steven Stokey-Daley, 27, at the glitzy event.

The 59-year-old looked stunning as as she rocked a pair of tailored, wide-leg trousers in a tweed print, reminding fans of much-adored royal Princess Kate, who’s still focusing to remain cancer-free as her chemotherapy comes to an end.

King Charles’ sister-in-law  and Lady Louis Windsor’s mother Sophie coupled the trousers with a catching v-neck burgundy blouse which featured puffy sleeves.

To elevate the look, she wore a pair of patent black pointed shoes, accompanied with a matching black clutch bag tucked in under her arm.

The annual award was first established in 2018 and recognises budding designers who are making a difference to society by engaging in sustainable practices or community engagement.

London-based Liverpudlian designer Stokey-Daley who picked up the gong said: “It is such a huge honour.”