With Cheltenham Festival bringing together racing, tweed and plenty of royal style moments this week, one accessory quietly caught my eye – Queen Camilla’s trusty Aspinal of London Midi Mayfair handbag. The Queen made a surprise appearance at the races earlier this week, carrying the elegant top-handle bag in a deep brown shade.

Camilla has owned the design for years, and the rich, deep brown version she carried is now a past-season colour – proof that a good handbag only gets better with age. It’s clearly an investment piece she keeps returning to, which says everything about the timeless appeal of the Mayfair silhouette.

Royal fashion fans will be pleased to know the label has since refreshed the style, and you can now shop an updated metallic brown version that feels just as polished while offering a slightly modern twist.

Crafted from croc-embossed leather, the Midi Mayfair is finished with Aspinal’s signature gold-tone shield clasp and structured top handle, giving it that instantly recognisable heritage feel. The bag also comes with a detachable chain strap, meaning it can be worn over the shoulder or crossbody during the day before transforming into a classic top-handle style for smarter occasions.

The design is also a firm favourite of Princess Catherine, who has carried the same bag repeatedly in both timeless black and a bold red shade. Between the Queen and the Princess of Wales, it’s safe to say the Midi Mayfair has become something of a royal-approved wardrobe staple.

If Camilla’s race-day look has caught your eye, the good news is you can shop the updated version of the bag below.