As the holiday season approaches, there’s a palpable sense of anticipation surrounding the annual Christmas Carol concert at Westminster Abbey. This year, however, the event carries an even deeper significance, particularly for Katherine, the Princess of Welles. Her beauty shines brightest when paired with her heartfelt commitment to causes that she supports.

Also, on this special day, King Charles honors the princess’s best friend, Duchess Sophie, over her historic milestone with a delightful message. The monarch expressed happiness over the Duchess of Edinburgh’s new role as patron of Capability Scotland, an organization that has supported disabled people for over 75 years. Notably, the late Prince Philip performed the same role for over six decades. The king seemingly felt proud as Prince Edward’s wife takes over a role from his father.

It’s important to note that the royal family made a delightful announcement about the Duchess’s new role just a few hours before Princess Catherine’s Christmas Carol service. Earlier this month, Duchess Sophie stole Middleton’s limelight as she attended the state banquet at Buckingham Palace in an aquamarine tiara. Her appearance at the state banquet was not only a nod to her glowing prominence but also a testament to her evolving role as a senior member of the British royal family.

Sophie was a sight to behold in a Susanna dress with the Wessex aquamarine neck tiara, which would have been worn by Princess Catherine had she been attending the event. The shimmering diadem features an aquamarine diamond and is one of the royals’ most featured tiaras. Each stone is 10 carats, and the way they are perfectly placed gives off a floral effect, making Sophie stand out from the crowd.

Duchess Sophie honored the late Queen Elizabeth II, as she originally lent her the stunning headpiece for the wedding of Princess Madeleine of Sweden and Christopher O’Neill. It’s believed that Prince Edward’s wife helped with the design of the tiara, as she’s previously been seen wearing the stunning jewel at King Charles’s first state banquet as monarch.

In another video, which appeared to be from the same day, Sophie could be seen standing next to Princess Catherine as they both attended a special exhibition at Buckingham Palace’s art gallery. To note, Queen Camilla attended the dinner in a diamond tiara shortly after announcing that she was suffering from pneumonia.

Meanwhile, the princess made two major appearances for the firm this week. She took part in the official state visit on Tuesday and hosted her annual Together at Christmas Carol service on Friday. On both occasions, the future queen opted for recycled items in her wardrobe that she’d previously worn before, with slight adjustments.

On Tuesday, the fashionable mom of three donned a stunning burgundy coat by Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen from a past season, while on Friday, she opted for another coat by the same designer in a striking red color that she first wore all the way back in 2018. A fashion specialist praised the princess, claiming she never failed to deliver a masterclass in trend-conscious yet thoughtful and considered dressing, recycling her accessories, including the pearls and the matching Sahar Milliner beret, showcasing her sustainable approach to fashion and admiration of classic pieces while proving that these items can be styled to feel fresh and modern.

On Friday, the princess’s look was very similar to the one she wore back in 2018 and 2020, consisting of a red coat, a red tartan maxi skirt, black boots, and a black top. She effortlessly combines royal tradition with contemporary fashion cues, a hallmark that has earned her admiration worldwide.

Duchess Sophie looked chic and sophisticated as she stepped out to support her royal sister. The 59-year-old wowed royal onlookers as she donned a winter ensemble. Sophie wore a colorful dress that boasted a chic purple and brown pattern. It’s been reported that she bought a new garment from the luxury designer Matelier. Meanwhile, she wrapped up warm on the cold, wintry night with a white fitted blazer from Marant Lana, which features a gorgeous woven print thanks to delicate embroidery. This is also believed to be a never-before-seen addition to her wardrobe.