Posted to the Alexander Palace Time Machine Discussion Forum by Katenka_Fyodorovna on 8 April 2011; sepia tone removed by gogm.
Alexandra is using most of the hem to accommodate her stride and everyone is dressed for a chilly day in this photo. Both Ladies wear neck-enclosing boas.
Keywords: Queen Alexandra, Maria Feodorovna (1847-1928), Glucksberg family, Welf family, Wettin family, Romanov family, Princess, Queen, Tsaritsa, floral hat, feathered hat, veil, high enclosing neckline, jacket, buttons, long close sleeves, A-line skirt, boa, parasol