It wasn’t all mince pies and carols at Buckingham Palace this week, Princess Anne added her own festive flair to the royal pre-Christmas lunch alongside her husband Sir Timothy Laurence.
The Princess Royal raised the seasonal spirit with a classic red lip, proving she’s as elegant as she is steadfast in her royal duty.
Anne’s appearance came as other royals gathered for King Charles’ annual party, a tradition that has continued since her mother’s reign and brings the whole family to the palace ahead of the Sandringham celebrations.
Lady Helen Taylor was also seen arriving, wrapped in a tan coat and magenta plaid scarf.
This year’s festivities strike an emotional note for Lady Helen, as they mark her first Christmas since the death of her mother, the Duchess of Kent, in September.
Sophie paired a chic brown plaid coat with a striking green Christmas tree sweater because nothing says Christmas like a little royal color.
Meanwhile, Princess Alexandra waved to well-wishers from her car, looking like the late Queen’s elegant cousin as she arrived at the gathering.
Featuring Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie and their father, Andrew, notably absent amid the ongoing controversies, the luncheon highlighted a family navigating tradition and turbulence this holiday season.
