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It was back to business for the Countess of Wessex, who wrapped up warm as she arrived at the Central School of Ballet’s new premises in London today.
Sophie, 55, has recently enjoyed some time off from her royal duties, spending the February half-term in the exclusive Swiss ski resort of St Moritz with her husband Prince Edward, also 55, and their children Lady Louise, 16, and James, Viscount Severn, 12.
And the Queen’s daughter-in-law didn’t let a dreary day dampen her spirits, as she arrived with a smile, donning a dusky pink coat, which perfectly matched her nude-coloured nail varnish.
The mother-of-two will open The Countess of Wessex Studios, named in her honour, on the South Bank in Southwark, later this afternoon.
Sophie Wessex, 55, cut a stylish figure as she arrived at the Central School of Ballet’s new premises in London today
The Countess of Wessex, who has been patron of the Central School of Ballet since 2003, was pictured laughing with a dancer
During her visit, the Queen’s daughter-in-law met with students, staff and supporters of the Central School of Ballet
Sophie took her coat off once inside, revealing a red-patterned dress with featured scallop neckline detail.
She completed her outfit with skin-coloured tights and a pair of nude pointed stilettos, before adding a touch of glam with colourful dangling earrings and a burgundy croc-pattered clutch bag.
The Countess of Wessex, who is married to the Queen’s youngest son Prince Edward, has been patron of the Central School of Ballet – which is the world-leading professional dance training organisation – since 2003.
The Countess of Wessex studios in Paris Gardens boasts seven studios, a fully equipped studio theatre, study and resource centres, as well as a state-of-the-art health suite, which will offer everything from psychology and nutrition, to a Pilates and recovery from injury programme.
Sophie, with the help of two dancers, unveiled a plaque during the opening of The Countess of Wessex Studios at the Central School of Ballet’s new premises
The Queen’s daughter-in-law was handed a bouquet of pretty pink flowers after announcing the new studios as open
Sophie looked in high spirits as she posed alongside staff at members and students at the world-leading professional dance training organisation
The mother-of-two could be seen pulling the golden material from the plaque, which read: ‘The Countess of Wessex Studios’
Sophie also unveiled a plaque in her honour – a sign of appreciation for her continued support for the project. Pictured, speaking with a dancer
Sophie watched dancers perform as she opened The Countess of Wessex Studios at the Central School of Ballet’s new premises
The royal looked to be enjoying a special performance from two of the students at the dance organisation
Sophie appeared to share a joke with several dancers as she was taken on a tour around the new premises
The Countess of Wessex removed her coat once inside, revealing a red-patterned dress which featured a scallop detail neckline
Sophie showcased her perfectly poised feet as she posed alongside three dancers from the ballet school
The mother-of-two is known for her love of dance, and was spotted with daughter Lady Louise in the audience for Strictly Come Dancing in 2018. Pictured, with a dancer
Despite the dreary weather conditions, Sophie was all smiles as she met with students, staff and supporters at the new building
During her visit, Sophie will meet with students, staff and supporters, before unveiling a plaque for the new building – a sign of appreciation for her continued support for the project.
Students will gradually start using the new premises during the summer term, where they will move from the school’s current Clerkenwell home – with plans for the school being fully operational by September 2020.
The Central School of Ballet first unveiled their plans to move to a bespoke new premises in March 2017.
At the time, Sophie commented: ‘This is a momentous time in Central’s history. Their planned move to Paris Gardens will allow a greater engagement with young people who don’t currently get access to dance classes, building on their activities with junior schools in Southwark.’
‘This organisation was founded on the principle that talented young dancers should get the opportunity to pursue dance as a career independent of financial circumstances or background.’
‘The new premises will allow the school to work with local communities to ensure this founding principle is followed.’
The Countess of Sussex is known for her love of dance, and was spotted with daughter Lady Louise in the audience for Strictly Come Dancing in 2018.
The royal kept her makeup minimal, and added a touch of glam to her outfit in the form of a pair of dangling colourful earrings
The Queen’s daughter-in-law was pictured carrying a dark red croc-style clutch bag, while the V-neck of her coat flashed a hint of a red-patterned dress underneath
The mother-of-two wrapped up warm in a dusky pink coat and completed her outfit with a pair of nude-coloured stilettos
The Countess of Wessex didn’t let the rainy weather dampen her spirits as she was photographed smiling on arrival
Sophie took a seat as she signed a book after opening The Countess of Wessex Studios at the Central School of Ballet’s new premises
The Countess of Wessex wrapped up warm in a stylish dusky pink coat as she braved the chilly weather conditions
Sophie, who has recently been enjoying time off from royal duties during a holiday with her family, was shielded from the rain with an umbrella
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