Rebecca Vallance is quickly establishing herself as a designer to watch, particularly within royal circles. Recent appearances by Zara Tindall and Princess Beatrice suggest that Vallance’s designs could soon grace other members of the royal family.

The Australian designer has expressed her desire to dress notable royals, saying, “It would be wonderful to dress both the Princess of Wales and Queen Mary.” These two royal women sit at the top of her wish list, hinting at her aspirations to reach new heights in the fashion world.

Considering that both Catherine and Queen Mary have shown a penchant for Australian fashion, Vallance’s goal seems less fanciful and more like a natural progression in her career trajectory.

Zara Tindall recently showcased Vallance’s growing influence at the Magic Millions event on the Gold Coast. Her choice of attire was a testament to the designer’s rising status.

Tindall’s selection—a striking blue midi dress with puff sleeves and a bodice adorned with shimmering embellishments—was both chic and perfectly suited to the vibrant, sunlit atmosphere of the event. The ensemble was unmistakably a Rebecca Vallance creation.

Characterized by its structured yet feminine silhouette and striking elegance without excessive flashiness, the dress embodied the qualities that have made Vallance a favorite among royals who appreciate modern sophistication.

For Vallance, moments like this still carry enormous meaning. ‘It’s always such an incredible moment to see anyone from the royal family wearing your pieces,’ she shared. While the global exposure is undeniable, she is clear that the emotional significance outweighs any commercial benefit.

Zara Tindall has long been one of Vallance’s most loyal high-profile supporters, repeatedly turning to the brand for race days, formal engagements and international appearances. 

Nodding to her regal heritage at Magic Millions, Zara wore this royal blue midi dress with puff sleeves and flattering embellishment across the bodice

Zara balanced looking demure while still flashing her legs in this navy embellished mini dress thanks to the high neckline and puff sleeves which balanced the silhouette

Her endorsement has helped cement the label as a reliable choice for polished, contemporary royal dressing.

The relationship between Zara and the designer developed organically. Vallance first noticed the royal’s affinity for the brand when images of Zara wearing her designs began appearing on social media.

‘We became friends with her stylist, and I was lucky enough that she attended our relaunch in Harrods in London a few years ago,’ Vallance recalled. ‘Zara was just such a delight, so down to earth and so lovely.’

‘Since then we’ve been collaborating together. We love working with them. Zara’s a really lovely lady,’ she added, speaking warmly of a partnership built on mutual respect rather than formality.

The designer’s royal reach does not stop there. In recent years, Princess Beatrice, who has undergone a much-discussed style evolution, has increasingly gravitated towards Vallance’s clean-lined, structured dresses that flatter her figure while maintaining a polished, modern feel, reinforcing Vallance’s growing status as a designer who understands the subtle demands of royal dressing.

Despite the undeniable sales boost that comes when a royal steps out in one of her designs, Vallance remains grounded about the wider impact.

Zara supported designer Rebecca Vallance as they posed arm in arm at her 2023 Harrods store opening and for the occasion she chose a backless jewel encrusted midi dress which she wore to King Charles’s birthday dinner later that evening

Glittering in velvet and bows at a Rebecca Vallance launch party in 2023, Princess Beatrice modelled a festive adorned midi dress with puffed sleeves and a figure-flattering fit

Part of that honour, Vallance believes, lies in the way royal women approach fashion.

 ‘One of the great things about the royal family is they do re-wear their dresses,’ she explained. ‘I think that’s a beautiful thing.’ 

In an era where sustainability and longevity are increasingly valued, Vallance’s designs are created to stand the test of time, making them ideal for repeat appearances.

That emphasis on durability, elegance and thoughtful design is precisely why Vallance’s work resonates so strongly with royal women.

 Her dresses are designed to photograph well without relying on trends, offering a sense of occasion without overpowering the wearer.

It is also why her ambition to dress the Princess of Wales and Queen Mary feels so fitting. 

Catherine has long been praised for her ability to balance tradition with modernity, while Queen Mary, an Australian by birth, has consistently championed designers from her homeland.

This means Vallance’s refined yet contemporary approach would sit comfortably alongside both women’s wardrobes.

At Royal Ascot last year Zara wore an altered version of the ‘Skye’ dress, which had been modified from its original mini to a more moderate mid-length

Princess Beatrice chose this red belted gown by Rebecca Vallance for a conservation event in Kew Gardens in 2025

There is a shared sensibility at the heart of Vallance’s growing royal appeal. 

‘I think Rebecca Vallance is for an elegant woman. So I guess that plays into the royals as such,’ she shared, succinctly capturing the connection between her brand and the women who wear it.

So, as Zara and Beatrice and even Queen Mary of Denmark who recently wore one of Rebecca’s designs,  continue to showcase her designs on the international stage strengthening royal connections, and with the Princess of Wales and Queen Mary firmly on her radar, the designer’s ascent within royal fashion feels increasingly assured.