The Chelsea Flower Show 2025 was not just a celebration of horticultural brilliance, but also a runway of floral fashion, garden glamour, and British elegance. Each year, this prestigious Royal Horticultural Society event attracts royals, celebrities, and fashionistas — and this year, the style stakes were higher than ever.
👑 Royals in Bloom
Leading the fashion parade was Queen Camilla, who arrived in a custom floral-print dress by designer Fiona Clare, embodying the serenity and sophistication of an English garden in spring. Her look was a graceful nod to both tradition and trend.
Adding to the royal presence, Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie made headlines for their coordinated ensembles. Beatrice stunned in a vibrant cobalt skirt embroidered with jasmine, while Eugenie chose a halterneck dress adorned with delicate blue florals. Their outfits perfectly captured the romantic spirit of the show.
Princess Eugenie and Princess Beatrice at the Chelsea Flower Show on May 20. Credit: Instagram
🎀 Celebrity Style in Full Bloom
From screen to soil, celebrities turned out in bold, beautiful looks. Alexa Chung turned heads in a £1,000 silky negligee-style mini dress layered with an oversized blazer — effortlessly mixing high fashion with garden-party chic. The look redefined floral femininity with a modern twist.
Jerry Hall, always a vision of timeless glamour, channelled vintage Palm Beach vibes in a ruched green trench coat layered over a delicate floral frock. With nude suede heels and retro sunglasses, she brought old-school elegance to the contemporary floral fête.
Alexa Chung at the show’s press day, walking among floral arches. Source: HELLO! Magazine
🌿 Garden-Inspired Trends on Display
Fashion this year was firmly rooted in garden-inspired minimalism, with these standout trends blooming across the showgrounds:
Botanical Prints: Think delicate florals, oversized petals, and leaf motifs on everything from dresses to headscarves.
Linen Layers: Lightweight trousers and sleeveless blazers in earthy tones kept things cool and chic.
Pastel Power: Soft lavenders, buttery yellows, and rose pinks made up a palette as sweet as spring itself.
Glamorous Utility: Chore jackets, straw totes, and suede boots brought rugged charm to refined looks.
A wide shot of attendees lounging in the garden areas in soft pastels and linen co-ords. Source: Visit London
🐾 Stylish Companions
Even the pets came dressed to impress. James Middleton, brother to the Princess of Wales, was spotted walking his dogs — all well-groomed and outfitted in colour-coordinated accessories, proving that garden style isn’t just for humans.
Middleton with his spaniels against a backdrop of blooming displays. Source: The Times
🌸 Fashion Meets Flora
This year’s Chelsea Flower Show blurred the lines between floristry and fashion, with displays influencing style and style echoing nature. From eco-conscious designers to slow fashion statements, the show was a reminder that beauty can be both wearable and sustainable.
As the world continues to embrace mindful fashion and botanical inspiration, the Chelsea Flower Show 2025 confirmed one truth: style is perennial, and fashion always finds a way to bloom.
