Angelina Jolie collects her honorary damehood from The Queen on October 10, 2014 Photo: Getty
SEE: What they wore to Buckingham Palace
The wool crepe peplum jacket and pencil skirt with waist-cinching belt and silk chiffon bow neck tie was inspired by a tailored piece from the Ralph & Russo spring/summer 2014 couture collection. She accessorised with pearl earrings and peep-toe heels, with her hair styled in a chic chignon.
The actress at Buckingham Palace today. Photo: Getty
Jolie is a well known fan of the brand, which is helmed by Australian couple Tamara Ralph, the designer, and Michael Russo, CEO, but based in London. She has worn their designs for numerous high-profile occasions, as have celebrities including Beyoncé, for whom they have created custom stage costumes, and Cheryl Fernandez-Versini.
Jolie is presented with the insignia of an Honorary Dame Grand Cross of the Most Distinguished Order of St Michael and St George by The Queen. Photo: Getty
Last year Ralph & Russo, which was founded in 2007, became the first British brand in almost 100 years to be invited by the Chambre Syndicale de la Haute Couture to show at Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week.
The spring/summer 2014 look that inspired Jolie's suit
In June this year it was revealed that Phones4u founder John Caudwell has bought a minority stake in the flourishing fashion house after spotting its "endless potential".
Angelina Jolie wearing Ralph & Russo. Photos: Rex
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