Camilla Duchess of Cornwall keeps cool in summer white as she chats to Dame Judi Dench

Camilla Duchess of Cornwall, 71, was seen chatting animatedly to Dame Judi, 83, at the event on the Isle of Wight.

Prince Charles’ wife attended without her husband, which is not unusual – as a senior working royal she her diary is full with appearances and events.

Keeping cool in the intense summer heat, Camilla wore a float white dress.

The dress, which had cropped sleeves, came down just past her knees.

A deep V neckline showed off her string of pearls to their best advantage, while a ruffle added interest to the otherwise simple outfit.

Camilla paired the dress with neutral accessories, wearing a pair of Sole Bliss tan leather shoes, £149.

She carried a small clutch bag in a similar colour in one hand.

Despite the sweltering heat, Camilla’s hair was impeccably blowdried in her favourite feathered style.

As well as her pearl necklace, Camilla accessorised with a pair of pearl earrings and several delicate silver bracelets.

Her massive engagement ring could be seen glinting in the sunshine.

Camilla recently celebrated her birthday while on a tour of Cornwall with Prince Charles.

They visited local businesses, food markets and local attractions together, with Camilla enjoying a birthday cake on her special day.

She stuck to her classic style of loose fitting dresses for the break, re-wearing one favourite dress while she was there.

Camilla’s dress was cream with white polka dots, designed by British couturier Fiona Clare.

Falling just below the Duchess’ knees, it featured a slim-fitted waist and flowing, pleated skirt.

One her birthday, she wore a sheer patterened dress. The Duchess glowed and looked radiant as she cut slices of her birthday cake in a local St Mary’s cafe.

Defying her age she looked stunning in a summery, sheer floral green dress.

The dress was in one of Camilla’s favoured fits, coming to just below her knee.

Perfect for standing out on her special day, it was green in colour and had a delicate, colourful floral design.

It featured ruching detail around the bodice, flowing out into delicate pleats.