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Olivia Colman is the queen of Burberry in the brand’s latest star-studded campaign.
The actress, 50, who played Queen Elizabeth in series three and four of The Crown, bears a striking resemblance to the late monarch.
In a series of photographs released by the fashion giant, Olivia modelled a £1,250 quilted corduroy collared jacket – much like that loved by Elizabeth – and a checked shirt.
Olivia posed in a blue old fashioned Land Rover and appeared amused as sheep ran past.
The brand’s new campaign ‘It’s Always Burberry Weather’ is part of its plan to re-establish its style credentials by referring to its glorious past.
Olivia Colman is the queen of Burberry in the brand’s campaign. The actress, 50, who played Queen Elizabeth in The Crown, bears a striking resemblance to the late monarch (right)
In a series of photographs released by the fashion giant, Olivia modelled a £1,250 quilted corduroy collared jacket – much like that loved by Elizabeth – and a checked shirt
The company reported a 40% slump in sales over the past 12 months, blaming a slow-down in demand for luxury wear.
Barry Keoghan and Cara Delevingne also star in the advert as well as footballer Cole Palmer and actress Zhang Jingyi.
Cara, 32, wowed in a stylish £4,990 aviator jacket, and England footballer Cole, 22, rocked a £2,890 cashmere wool duffle jacket.
Shot across London and the British countryside, It’s Always Burberry Weather comprises a series of warm and humorous vignettes and portraits.
The familiar settings are rooted in Burberry’s history and the outdoors.
Olivia previously admitted her nerves on taking over from Claire Foy as Queen Elizabeth in the Netflix hit.
Claire won an Emmy, SAG and Golden Globe during her two series on Peter Morgan’s hit drama, and Olivia felt her influence on set.
‘It’s the same as any classical play you do — everyone will have already played that part before,’ she told EW. ‘The first week, I did feel myself trying to do Claire impressions. “What would she have done?”‘
‘Maybe it was a stroke of genius that I was doing that. That’s what it was! Yes, that was preplanned!’
Olivia posed in a blue old fashioned Land Rover and appeared amused as sheep ran past
The brand’s new campaign ‘It’s Always Burberry Weather’ is part of its plan to re-establish its style credentials by referring to its glorious past
Barry Keoghan wrapped up warm in a khaki and white plaid coat as he took part in Burberry ‘s new outerwear campaign
Model Cara Delevingne, 32, put on a leggy display in a dark brown mini skirt as she posed on Westminster Bridge
Award-winning: Oscar-winner Olivia (L) plays Queen Elizabeth II (pictured right in 1964) in series three and four of The Crown
Despite the pressure of the role, Olivia admitted she was ‘incredible uncool’ when she got the call about her casting. ‘The producers went, “So…” [I said,] “Yes! Yes! I’m really excited! Thank you very much!” I loved the first two seasons.’
Peter Morgan admitted in the same interview that Olivia was his first and only choice for the role although her lead in The Favourite did put a little dampener on things. ‘Obviously I’d have preferred her not to be playing another queen before. But it’s so different — such a different tone,’ he admitted.
