Princess Charlene of Monaco has established herself as a royal style icon.
Born in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, the former Olympic swimmer married Prince Albert II in July 2011.
The couple, who live at the Prince’s Palace of Monaco, share twins Princess Gabriella and Prince Jacques, the heir apparent to the throne, who turned ten in December.
In recent years, Gabriella appears to be following in her mother’s fashionable footsteps, often seen in chic mini-me ensembles by renowned designers.
Could she be taking inspiration from the Princess of Wales?
Kate and Princess Charlotte have also shared many twinning fashion moments during royal engagements.
Here, we highlight some of our favourite examples.
Charlene and Gabriella
Monaco’s National Day, November 2024
Charlene and Gabriella made a striking fashion statement for Monaco’s National Day, also known as Prince’s Day, in November 2024.
Charlene wore a custom lavender silk suit by Louis Vuitton, complemented by a dramatic fascinator adorned with black plumes.
Gabriella looked equally elegant in a powder blue Dior coat-dress, featuring glittering beadwork, paired with a matching hairband.
Charlene and Gabriella (pictured with her twin brother) made a striking fashion statement for Monaco’s National Day, also known as Prince’s Day, in 2024
Monaco’s National Day, November 2023
For the 2023 National Day, Charlene embraced a bold all-red ensemble, offering a firm nod to the Monegasque flag.
She showcased a double-breasted cashmere coat by DidierAngelo with Manolo Blahnik boots that were dyed to match.
Her look was completed with a custom-made Stephen Jones hat, echoing the navy version worn by Gabriella.
The young princess was a miniature version of her mother in a matching navy coat and her first pair of heels by Christian Louboutin.
For the 2023 National Day, Charlene embraced a bold all-red ensemble, offering a firm nod to the Monegasque flag, with Gabriella in a navy version
U Cavagnetu Monaco picnic, September 2022
At the 2022 U Cavagnetu Monaco picnic, Charlene and Gabriella embraced summer chic.
Charlene opted for a white embroidered top, paired with dramatic palazzo trousers, by Terrence Bray.
Gabriella looked adorable in a blue floral Jacadi dress, accessorised with Missouri sandals featuring floral appliqués and a matching headband.
She also carried a bouquet identical to her mother’s.
At the 2022 U Cavagnetu Monaco picnic, Charlene and Gabriella embraced summer chic
Monaco Grand Prix, May 2022
Charlene and Gabriella made a memorable appearance at the 2022 Monaco Grand Prix.
Charlene chose a bespoke baby blue wool crepe jumpsuit by Terrence Bray, featuring a bateau neckline, bishop sleeves and a low back.
Meanwhile, Gabriella wore a vibrant Dolce & Gabbana dress incorporating the same blue tones, paired with Jacadi sandals and Sons + Daughters sunglasses.
Charlene and Gabriella made a memorable appearance at the 2022 Monaco Grand Prix
Monte Carlo Fashion Awards, May 2022
Charlene and Gabriella attended the 2022 Monte Carlo Fashion Awards during Monte Carlo Fashion Week, for which Charlene serves as patron.
Both wore custom gowns created by the palace’s atelier. Charlene dazzled in a champagne one-shoulder gown with sheer sleeves, Repossi earrings and Stuart Weitzman pumps.
Gabriella, then seven, wore a metallic jacquard dress with an asymmetric neckline and glittering pink accessories.
Writing on Instagram ahead of the event, Charlene said: ‘Loved every moment preparing my Princess for her first official event. We’re looking forward to a great evening at the fashion awards.’
Charlene and Gabriella attended the 2022 Monte Carlo Fashion Awards during Monte-Carlo Fashion Week, where Charlene serves as Patron
Monaco’s National Day, November 2020
In 2020, Charlene marked National Day with a custom-made coat from the palace’s atelier, sheer gloves by Cornelia James, a Christian Dior beret and Jimmy Choo kitten heels.
Gabriella complemented her mother’s look in a navy Jacadi dress, accented with red velvet bow hair clips from the same brand.
In 2020, Charlene marked National Day with a custom-made coat from the palace’s atelier, sheer gloves by Cornelia James, a Christian Dior beret and Jimmy Choo kitten heels
Kate and Charlotte
Christmas Day, December 2024
Kate and Charlotte delighted royal-watchers as they arrived at St Mary Magdalene Church in Sandringham, dressed in coordinated navy and green ensembles.
Kate opted for her hunter-green Alexander McQueen coat, paired with a tartan scarf that mirrored the pattern on her daughter’s structured coat.
Kate and Charlotte delighted royal-watchers as they arrived at St Mary Magdalene Church in Sandringham, dressed in coordinated navy and green ensembles
Trooping the Colour, 2024
For the 2024 Trooping the Colour, Kate chose a white dress by Jenny Packham, which she had previously worn to meet well-wishers on The Mall ahead of King Charles’ coronation.
This time, Kate refashioned the fitted knee-length frock with a striped waist trim and a striking bow added to the neckline, harmonising with Charlotte’s nautical-inspired outfit.
Kate accessorised with an off-the-peg Philip Treacy hat and simple Jimmy Choo court shoes.
For the 2024 Trooping the Colour, Kate refashioned her dress with a striped waist trim and a striking bow added to the neckline, harmonising with Charlotte’s nautical-inspired outfit
Easter Sunday, April 2022
Blue was the Wales family’s colour of choice for the Easter Sunday church service in 2022.
Kate chose a pastel blue coat dress by Emilia Wickstead, teamed with tonal accessories, including a pleated headband by Jane Taylor.
Charlotte echoed her mother’s look in a floral Rachel Riley dress and blue Amaia tights, seamlessly matching the shade of Kate’s coat.
Blue was the Wales family’s colour of choice for the Easter Sunday church service in 2022
Christmas Day, December 2019
On Christmas Day in 2019, Charlotte coordinated with her mother’s outfit in a bottle green coat by Amaia.
The classic double-breasted design had an A-line silhouette, in the same colour as Kate’s hat, bag and shoes, to striking effect.
At St Mary Magdalene Church, Sandringham, in 2019, Charlotte coordinated with her mother’s outfit in a bottle green coat by Amaia
Trooping the Colour, June 2017
For the 2017 Trooping the Colour, Kate and Charlotte twinned in shades of pink.
Kate wore an Alexander McQueen dress with a paperbag waist and pleated mid-length skirt, teamed with a Jane Taylor hat.
Charlotte donned a pink smocked dress, white socks and berry-toned Mary Jane shoes.
For the 2017 Trooping the Colour, Kate and Charlotte twinned in shades of pink
Christmas Day, December 2016
During her Christmas debut in 2016, Charlotte subtly matched her mother with rich autumnal tones.
Her traditional navy double-breasted wool coat echoed styles worn by Prince William and Prince Harry in their early years.
Underneath, she wore a burgundy m&h cardigan, floral smocked dress and ribbed tights, perfectly coordinating the hue of Kate’s Mulberry bag.
During her Christmas debut in 2016, Charlotte subtly matched her mother with rich autumnal tones