BBC viewers were captivated by Princess Catherine's appearance at the Trooping the Colour ceremony in London on Saturday, as the annual celebration returned to mark King Charles III's official birthday.
Royal Procession Through London
Members of the Royal Family travelled along the route in horse-drawn carriages, with the King riding at the heart of a Sovereign's Escort and Household Cavalry. Princess Catherine rode in a carriage with her three children, Princess Charlotte, Prince George, and Prince Louis.
The 44-year-old Princess of Wales looked sensational in a pale blue dress featuring white piping and a striking statement hat. Her brunette locks were styled into an elegant bun, paired with delicate pearly floral-burst earrings.
Viewers Praise Princess Catherine
Taking to social media to express their admiration, one viewer wrote: "HRH The Princess of Wales looks divine." Another gushed: "I can never get enough of this beauty. Wow. I'm stunned." A third commented: "We already have Kate Middleton and her children. As always, stunning at the #TroopingtheColour."
A fourth user wrote: "Catherine is the Lioness of Windsor." While a fifth observed: "Our Princess Catherine in pale blue. Stunning." Another added: "Princess Catherine is looking very regal and beautiful at Trooping The Colour."
Resemblance to Princess Diana
Several sharp-eyed viewers also pointed out a striking resemblance between her outfit and the ensemble Princess Diana wore in 1987.
During the ceremony, the King led his guards along The Mall back to Buckingham Palace, accompanied by a 41-gun salute across Green Park. The Royal Family then gathered on the Buckingham Palace balcony to greet the crowds and watch a Royal Air Force flypast.
Trooping the Colour is available to watch on BBC iPlayer.
