Fashion breakdown – Sophie Grégoire-Trudeau
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Fashion breakdown – Sophie Grégoire-Trudeau
BY Ottawa Magazine Staff
POSTED November 4, 2015 12:34 pm

We’ve asked some fashionistas for their professional opinions on Sophie Grégoire-Trudeau’s swearing-in outfit. From coat to shoes to hair to dress (by Montreal-born designer Erdem, a brand Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, has been known to favour) – what do you think?

Sophie GrŽégoire-Trudeau heads back to Rideau Hall following the swearing in ceremony. Photo by Jana Chytilova.
Sophie GrŽégoire-Trudeau heads back to Rideau Hall following the swearing in ceremony. Photo by Jana Chytilova.

 

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The dress worn by Sophie retails for £1,765.00 at Selfridges (that’s just over $3,500 CDN).

Alison Hughes, co-owner of AMH Style, the popular Westboro consignment store:

“Love her tailored white coat! Her black and white colour block dress with jeweled neckline is sophisticated and elegant. She looks perfect for the occasion. No surprise, Justin is looking pretty dapper too!”

Erica Wark, stylist, Erica on Fashion:

“Sophie looked truly elegant in a Canadian-made cream wrap coat by Sentaler at the swearing-in ceremony. It was sophisticated while still looking chic and modern, offering the perfect mix for a first-lady; not to mention made the perfect backdrop for the poppy on her lapel.”

Sarah Casselman, the Senior Editor of Fashion News from our sister publication, FASHION Magazine:

“Wrap coat, classic pumps and loosely pinned back locks—Sophie Gregoire-Trudeau has gone from girl-next-door to girl-gone-glam thanks to her chic look. If she was inspired by Kate Middleton’s fresh-faced, approachable-yet-seriously sophisticated style then consider us lucky, Canada—it was a fashion win. A monochromatic look with a hint of sparkle (her dress was perfection from the embellishment to the hemline) is a great platform. Understated elegance makes a strong statement—especially in the spotlight.”

 

Sophie Grégoire-Trudeau seemed relaxed as she waved to the hundreds gathered on the grounds of Rideau Hall. Photo by Jana Chytilova.
For her husband’s big day, Sophie Grégoire-Trudeau wore a white winter coat over a dress by Montreal-born designer Erdem. Photo by Jana Chytilova.
Sophie Grégoire-Trudeau dress was from Montreal-born designer Erdem, who is also favoured by Britain's Duchess of Cambridge. The back of the dress featured a simple zipper. Photo by Jana Chytilova.
Sophie Grégoire-Trudeau dress was from Montreal-born designer Erdem, who is also favoured by Britain’s Duchess of Cambridge. The back of the dress featured a simple zipper and the look was complemented by nude heels. Photo by Jana Chytilova.
While Sophie-Grégoire Trudeau's dress was covered by a winter coat on her way to Rideau Hall, Ottawa weather was warm enough that she didn't need her coat when she returned outside after the ceremony. Photo by Jana Chytilova.
While Sophie-Grégoire Trudeau’s dress was covered by a winter coat on her way to Rideau Hall, Ottawa weather was warm enough that she didn’t need her coat when she returned outside after the ceremony. Photo by Jana Chytilova.