Trooping the Colour 2023: Kate Middleton steals the show in striking green ensemble for King's parade
The Princess of Wales has stolen the show in a striking green ensemble at Trooping the Colour, the annual birthday celebration of the British monarch.
Princess Catherine, 41, chose a green coat dress to represent her role as Colonel of the Irish Guards, which she took over from Prince William this year.
The dress is by Andrew Gn, with her wide-brimmed matching hat by Philip Treacy.
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The Princess of Wales chose a striking green coat dress for today's event. UK Press via Getty Images
She added the Irish Guards Shamrock Brooch as a further nod to her new role.
In a tribute to her late mother-in-law, Kate chose a pair of sapphire drop earrings that belonged to Princess Diana.
She last wore the earrings to Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee celebration in 2022.
Green stiletto heels completed her look today.
LONDON, ENGLAND - JUNE 17: Catherine, Princess of Wales travels down The Mall in a horse drawn carriage during Trooping the Colour on June 17, 2023 in London, England. Trooping the Colour is a traditional parade held to mark the British Sovereign's official birthday. It will be the first Trooping the Colour held for King Charles III since he ascended to the throne. (Photo by Mark Cuthbert/UK Press via Getty Images) UK Press via Getty Images
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Princess Diana wears the earrings to the Met Gala in 1996. Penske Media via Getty Images
Queen Camilla wore a red ensemble by Fiona Clare, which was inspired by the Grenadier Guards. The royal took over the role of Colonel of the Grenadier Guards, replacing Prince Andrew.
She added a black Philip Treacy hat to complete her ensemble.
Sophie, the Duchess of Edinburgh, wore a long-sleeved white dress for the event complete with a large flowered hat.
Queen Camilla wore a red ensemble by Fiona Clare. Getty
Sophie, the Duchess of Edinburgh, wore a long-sleeved white dress. UK Press via Getty Images
Princess Charlotte was dressed in traditional white dress with a Peter Pan collar and red embroidery and bow detailing. Her hair was fashioned in a stylish up do.
King Charles III led his first Trooping the Colour parade as sovereign, dressed in military attire as he led the parade on horseback.
Princess Charlotte was dressed in traditional white dress with a Peter Pan collar. PA Images via Getty Images
King Charles III leads his first Trooping the Colour parade. PA Images via Getty Images
Charles was joined by Prince William, the Prince of Wales, Prince Edward, the Duke of Edinburgh and Princess Anne, the Princess Royal, who also wore military attire for the event.
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