On the second weekend of Advent, the British royals published their Christmas cards on Instagram. Traditionally, the British royal family sends a Christmas card with best wishes every year.
King Charles III and Queen Camilla kept their card in a very classic design this year. The photo the couple chose was probably the biggest event of 2023 for them: the coronation of King Charles. The king and queen pose pompously with capes. Charles wears the state crown while Camilla wears Queen Mary’s crown. The photo was taken in May, after the coronation ceremony. The photo was taken by photographer Hugo Burnand in the throne room of Buckingham Palace. The royal couple’s wishes, which are written on the card, are just as formal as the chosen photo: “We wish you a very merry Christmas and a happy new year.”
Prince William’s family, who often represent modernity and change at the British court, also chose a more dignified photo than last year. In 2022, the Prince of Wales’ family appeared casual, strolling outside in casual clothing on a summer day. This year, William and Kate decided to have a professional photo shoot. Apparently they send the picture in black and white on the Christmas card.
In their partner look, Prince William, Princess Kate, Prince Louis (left), Princess Charlotte and Prince George wear white shirts. The women in the family wear jeans, the men wear dark trousers. Prince Louis and Princess Charlotte opted for casual sneakers. The photo was taken in Windsor at the beginning of the year, taken by renowned photographer Josh Shinner. By the way, Charles and Diana sent a similar photo from a photographer in 1984 – shortly after the birth of Prince Harry for Christmas.
Sources: Instagram, Daily Mail, People
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