The Prince and Princess of Wales sent royal fans wild this afternoon when they exchanged a loving glance during the service of the Order of the Garter.
Members of the Royal Family gathered at St George’s Chapel in Windsor this afternoon to take part in the historic ceremony.
The Princess of Wales appeared in high spirits as she stood outside the castle to see Prince William in procession.
The 40-year-old royal was dressed in a traditional robe and a plumed hat as he walked alongside his uncle, Prince Edward, 59.
During the procession, the father of three was depicted gazing in the direction of his wife.
“The look of love!” Royal fans went wild today as the Princess of Wales beamed adoringly at her husband from outside St George’s Chapel in Windsor
As he returned his gaze, the Princess of Wales snapped from the sidelines beaming at her husband in admiration.
The princess opted for a chic black and white mottled midi dress by Alessandra Rich for the occasion – reminiscent of one her late mother-in-law wore to Royal Ascot in 1988.
Kate looked pretty smart, holding her cream leather handbag in front of her as she smiled at William’s response.
In addition, royal fans noted that the heartwarming photo was almost identical to one taken during Garter’s service in 2014.
At the time, the couple had recently welcomed Prince George and were still the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge.
While Prince William wore the same ceremonial robes, the Princess of Wales opted for a pale blue mottled coat dress and matching hat.
In the picture, she stood under a marquee with the then Countess of Wessex, giving her husband a big smile as he passed by with his father.
When posting the images on Twitter, one fan gushed: “History is repeating itself […] Their love is everything.’
Royal fans noted that the heartwarming photo was almost identical to one taken in 2014 – shortly after the couple welcomed Prince George
“She looks dizzy at every ounce!” Royal fans on Twitter compared the two photos – which were taken nine years apart
Another added: “Their love has only grown stronger with time and her smile bigger.”
A third wrote: ‘The look of love between the Prince and Princesses of Wales (and also between the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh is so tangible and beautiful.’)
“She looks dizzy every ounce,” said a fourth. ‘So sweet.’
Kate’s sophisticated high-neck dress featured voluminous sleeves with dainty button details.
It also had ruffles around the middle, which is almost identical to Diana’s Victor Edelstien.
Kate took style notes from her late mother-in-law and even incorporated the print from her dress into her hat.
The slim dress had ruffles around the waist and voluminous sleeves. Kate paired the Alessandra Rich dress with pointy heels
Pictured: Princess Diana arrives at Royal Ascot in June 1988 wearing a Victor Edelstien dress
Kate’s black Philip Treacy headpiece feathering that perfectly matched the print of her dress.
When Diana went to Ascot 35 years ago, the then-Princess of Wales expertly matched the print of her polka dot dress with her eye-catching hat.
The Princess kept her jewelery minimal, opting for Diana’s pearl earrings – which she wore to the Queen’s funeral last September – and a matching bracelet.
The royal completed her ensemble with a nude clutch and white heels with a black toe from Jennifer Chamandi, which were clearly inspired by a pair Diana wore for Ascot.
The princess opted for a brown-toned smokey eye and then completed her makeup with a nude lipstick.
The Most Noble Order of the Garter, the oldest British order of knighthood and the oldest existing national order of knighthood, is limited to 24 Knights of Ladies Companion in addition to the King and Prince of Wales.
It also includes ‘supernumerary members’, including foreign monarchs and other members of the royal family.
The Order of the Garter is a 700-year tradition, founded by Edward III in 1348, recognizing contributions of great public service from the honored – usually Lords and Ladies of the UK.