The Dutch royals were out in force on Tuesday as they marked Prinsjesdag, a day similar to the state opening of parliament in the United Kingdom. The event ended with an appearance on the balcony of the Palace Noordeinde. While the day features plenty of pomp, including a ride in the Glass Carriage, it also sees King Willem-Alexander addressing the States-General of the Netherlands and giving the annual Speech from the Throne. The monarch was joined by his family, including Princess Catharina-Amalia, the heir to the Dutch throne.
The 21-year-old royal stole the show with her magnificent outfit, consisting of a gorgeous cream dress, that came complete with an oversized hat. The royal opted for some smokey makeup, alongside a pair of dazzling golden earrings as she waved at crowds. Her mother, Queen Maxima, also looked suitably stylish in a semi-sheer dress and eye-catching fascinator.
Catharina-Amalia’s younger sisters, Princess Alexia and Princess Ariane, wore smart frocks for the appearance. Alexia opted for a stunning purple velvet gown, while Ariane styled out a blue velvet dress that had a matching hat and glove. The family were also joined by the monarch’s brother, Prince Constantijn and his wife, Princess Laurentien. See below for the best photos…
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The day is full of pomp and pageantry
Arrival
Catharina-Amalia really resembled a stateswoman as she exited the Glass Coach alongside her parents, Willem-Alexander and Maxima. Her sisters, Alexia and Ariane, rode in a separate carriage.
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The royal sisters arrived together
Alexia and Ariane’s arrival
Alexia waited for her younger sister as they disembarked their carriage.
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Catharina-Amalia looked radiant
Wave from the carriage
As they departed, Catharina-Amalia was seen waving to the gathered crowds from her carriage.
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We love this look!
Catharina-Amalia’s outfit in full
The royal posed for the cameras showing off her incredible look. We’re obsessed!
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The royal sisters looked so pretty
Alexia and Ariane’s dresses
Alexia and Ariane weren’t to be outdone in the looks department, with the royal sisters styling out stunning velvet gowns for their appearance.
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The royals gathered on the balcony
Waving to the crowds
As the day drew to a close, the Dutch royals headed to the balcony to wave at the crowds.
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Laurentien and Constantijn also joined the fun
Extended family
Willem-Alexander’s brother, Constantijn, and his wife, Laurentien, joined their family on the balcony.
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Willem-Alexander was last to leave
Farewell
Willem-Alexander and Constantijn were the final royals to leave the balcony.
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