Duchess Sophie faces embarrassment in shocking encounter with King Charles

Duchess Sophie, who's known as King Charles III's secret weapon, faced unexpected situation while paying respect to the monarch at an event at Windsor last week.

The awkward incident occurred when the King, 76, paid an unannounced visit to the Royal Windsor Flower Show at Windsor Great Park alongside his sister-in-law the Duchess of Edinburgh, on Saturday.

Charles, who has a passion for gardening, stopped to smell the flowers during his visit to the show which is billed as a joyful one-day celebration of gardening, nature, food and traditional crafts.

The Duchess showcased British fashion in a vibrant outfit at the annual summer garden event. Despite her usual preference for practical clothing choices, her footwear proved less functional than anticipated on this occasion.

Charles and Sophie, who enjoy strong bond, were seen warmly greeting one another as they arrived at the event, with the Duchess almost losing a shoe as she curtsied to the King in excitement.

Gardener Alan Titchmarsh, who is the honourary president of the Royal Windsor Rose & Horticultural Society, helped to welcome the royal party including the Duchess of Edinburgh who officially opened the event.