At King Charles III's inaugural Trooping the Colour, the Princess of Wales paid a touching tribute to her late mother-in-law, Princess Diana. Kate Middleton's elegant ensemble featured a vibrant green coat dress adorned with sparkling embellishments, complemented by a matching hat. Most notably, she wore Princess Diana's diamond drop earrings, previously seen on Diana during a 1995 royal engagement.
Catherine, Princess of Wales, in a carriage during Trooping the Colour. (Getty Images)
Princess Diana wearing the same earrings in 1995. (Getty Images)
The Princess's choice of green attire and a shamrock brooch also served as a nod to her role as Colonel of the Irish Guards, a title bestowed upon her by King Charles last December, taking over from Prince William.
Princess Kate with her children and Queen Camilla. (Getty Images)
The Princess of Wales shared the royal carriage with her three children, Prince George, Prince Louis, and Princess Charlotte, alongside Queen Camilla. A heartwarming moment captured Kate affectionately adjusting Prince Louis's tie.
The Wales children arrive for Trooping the Colour. (Getty Images)
Princess Kate adjusts Prince Louis's tie. (Getty Images)
This year's Trooping the Colour marked a significant occasion: King Charles was the first monarch to participate on horseback since Queen Elizabeth II in 1986, restoring a royal tradition.
Queen Elizabeth II on horseback at Trooping the Colour in 1986. (Getty Images)
The event involved over 1,400 soldiers, 200 horses, and 400 musicians. Following the procession, the royal family assembled on the Buckingham Palace balcony to witness a Royal Air Force flypast and a 41-gun salute.
Troops during Trooping the Colour. (Getty Images)
King Charles III takes the Salute. (Getty Images)
The Royal Family on the balcony of Buckingham Palace. (Getty Images)
