The Duchess of Edinburgh looked elegant today as she arrived at Windsor Castle for the annual Easter Sunday service.
Sophie, 59, looked in high spirits as she greeted members of the clergy alongside her husband, Prince Edward, Duke of Edinburgh.
The royal opted for a vibrant purple blazer jacket, adorned with shiny gold buttons, and She paired the coat with an amethyst crocodile-print clutch and a sleek white beret, which she placed on the side of her head.
The royal, 59, opted for a vibrant purple blazer jacket, teamed with cream heels and a white beret.
The mother-of-two paired the stylish jacket with an amethyst crocodile-print clutch and a chic white beret, which she placed on the side of her head.
Sophie wore her blonde locks down and today chose to wear bright natural makeup; Pictured is her with Prince Edward behind her.
She added a touch of class by pairing her footwear with her hat, opting for pointed and sparkly cream heels.
Purple is believed to have religious connotations. During Lent, the fasting period that begins on Ash Wednesday, members of the clergy often opt for this color.
The color is also linked to Jesus. Before his crucifixion in John 19:2, the Bible says: ‘And the soldiers wove a crown of thorns, and put it on his head, and put a purple robe on him…’
Sophie wore her blonde locks down and today chose to wear bright natural makeup.
King Charles and Queen Camilla followed close behind in a separate car. He smiled and waved to the masses of royal fans who were outside Windsor Castle to show their support for the royals.
It is believed that the monarch will sit with Queen Camilla, but apart from other royals, to protect him from infection during his treatment.
A queen dressed in green! Camilla looked chic in a career green dress with a matching hat, paired with tall black suede boots and a black clutch.
Meanwhile, the Princess Royal also opted for the traditional hue, which is said to symbolize “new beginnings”, wearing a herringbone coat with a matching pillbox hat with feather trim.
And Sarah Ferguson, the Duchess of York, opted for a bolder tone of the spring color, wearing a boucle dress with black heels.
Elsewhere, senior members of the royal family gave a show of sartorial solidarity today, wearing shades of traditional Easter green.
Many of the royals appeared to coordinate their looks at the traditional service, with Queen Camilla, Princess Anne and Sarah Ferguson looking elegant in green.
Camilla smiled broadly at the gathered well-wishers as she arrived at the monarch’s side at St George’s Chapel, Windsor, this morning.
The Queen, 76, looked elegant in a deep green dress with a matching hat, teamed with tall black suede boots and a black clutch.
Meanwhile, the Princess Royal also opted for the traditional hue, which is said to symbolize “new beginnings”, wearing a herringbone coat with a matching pillbox hat with feather trimmings.
Sophie, 59, looked in high spirits as she greeted members of the clergy alongside her husband, Edward, Duke of Edinburgh.
Sophie was all smiles as she arrived at the castle alongside her sister-in-law, Princess Anne and Fergie.
Edward and Sophie are pictured attending the annual Easter Sunday service.
Prince Andrew led the procession of the remaining royals as they arrived at the chapel for today’s ceremony.
His aides have reportedly said that Her Majesty’s attendance at any event is “to be expected and planned for rather than assumed”, as he continues to focus on his health.
Charles’ engagement today will be seen as an attempt by the King to reassure the public following the shocking news.
The King has been receiving treatment for an undisclosed form of cancer since early February after having surgery for an enlarged prostate at the London Clinic.
William will return to public duties after his children return to school after the Easter holidays.
For now, he will continue to balance supporting his wife and family and maintaining his official duties as he has done since his operation in January.
Queen Camilla stood in for the king at the former Royal Maundy ceremony in Worcester earlier this week, marking the first time a consort has performed the duty on behalf of the monarch.