The Princess of Wales put her best fashion foot forward alongside her daughter, Princess Charlotte, as they arrived at Buckingham Palace this morning ahead of Trooping the Colour. Both Kate and Charlotte were seen in coordinated ensembles for the annual celebration of the monarch’s official birthday.
Kate, 43, stood out in a striking turquoise coat dress, while Princess Charlotte, 10, wore a similarly hued dress, echoing her mother’s elegant style. Their brothers, Prince George, 11, and Prince Louis, seven, were also present, dressed smartly in suits with red ties.
Prince William and Princess Kate have made a habit of dressing their children in coordinated colours over the years. Most notably, shades of blue have featured prominently in many of their royal engagements as a family since at least 2017. This consistent colour coordination helps project a sense of unity and a strong family bond during public engagements.
It’s widely believed that this coordinated dressing is a deliberate choice, designed to convey a refined, harmonious image and project a united front on the world stage.
Last year, the Princess of Wales and her children embraced the tradition in charming matching navy outfits. Kate was photographed in a white dress with deep blue detailing by Jenny Packham — a designer she frequently turns to for formal occasions.
Princess Charlotte mirrored her mother’s elegance in a classic navy frock, complete with a striking white trim and traditional sailor collar, lending a timeless and coordinated touch to the family’s appearance.
The pair completed their show-stopping looks by both wearing white shoes, which finished off their outfits perfectly.
Today, Prince William sported a full military uniform and will participate in the parade on horseback.
The rest of the Wales family will travel from Buckingham Palace to Horse Guards Parade in an open-top carriage which is followed by an RAF flypast.
Senior royals have come together in a show of unity to support the monarch at Trooping the Colour — a grand event steeped in tradition, pomp, and pageantry. Held annually to mark the Sovereign’s official birthday, the ceremony is one of the most visually striking in the royal calendar, drawing attention from around the world.
This year, however, some elements of the day have been adjusted to pay tribute to the victims of the tragic Air India plane crash, which claimed the lives of all but one of the 242 people on board. In a poignant display of mourning and respect, members of the royal family are wearing black armbands, and a minute’s silence will be observed during the parade.
These changes underscore the royal family’s role not only as ceremonial figures but also as representatives of the nation’s empathy during times of sorrow.