From her glamorous coronation gown to her signature coat, dress and matching hat, Queen Elizabeth II communicated with her subjects through clothing. Her evolving wardrobe reflected the decades' trends -- whether pillbox hats in the '60s or power-dressing in the '80s -- yet her sense of style retained a timeless quality.⁠ ⁠ Elegant but practical, bold but diplomatic, her fashion choices often captured the mood of a nation.⁠ ⁠ "This monarch learned quickly to avoid the novelty of fashion, exchanging the gimmickry of short-lived trends and loud statement silhouettes for a deliberate announcement at each appearance," writes commentator @franklinonfashion for CNN Style. "Thus, Elizabeth never missed an opportunity to deliver a message of reliability, stability and steadfastness to her audience."⁠ ⁠ Tap the link in our bio to see more memorable outfits from the Queen's seven-decade reign.⁠ ⁠ #QueenElizabethII