KEY POINTS

  • Camilla Parker Bowles looked radiant in her purple outfit on Christmas day
  • Kate Middleton's outfit on Christmas day drew mixed reactions
  • Princess Charlotte curtsied to Queen Elizabeth II

Camilla Parker Bowles looked stunning in purple on Christmas day.

The Duchess of Cornwall joined Queen Elizabeth II, Prince Charles, Kate Middleton and the rest of the members of the royal family for the traditional Christmas morning service. Prince George and Princess Charlotte also joined the members of the Firm for the first time.

During the outing, Camilla looked beautiful in her purple velvet suit that she paired with a matching hat. She also accessorized with multi-strand necklace.

Camilla opted for a voluminous hairstyle. She wore a minimal makeup and looked fresh, flawless and glowing. Camilla also wore a pair of black knee-high boots to compliment her outfit.

Many praised Camilla’s dress. One said that she loved the royal’s purple coat. A different user noticed how the Duchess of Cornwall and Princess Royal nudged each other after noticing that they wear the same color.

“Beautiful pictures! Camilla looks beautiful in that color!” one wrote.

Meanwhile, there is a mixed reaction with Middleton’s outfit. The Duchess of Cambridge stepped out in her custom Catherine Walker gray double-breasted coat that featured a fashion faux fur detailing on the neckline and sleeves.

Some found Middleton’s outfit stunning and beautiful. However, some criticized it because they didn’t approve the color. One said that a black coat would have been a better choice considering the material. Another described Middleton’s choice of color “hideous.”

A different netizen also said that Middleton’s green hat didn’t complement her dress. One specifically said that the hat’s shape and size were not perfect for her dress.

Meanwhile, Middleton’s daughter stole the show. Princess Charlotte looked beautiful in her coat and her adorable actions when she joined the royal family didn’t go unnoticed to royal fans.

At one point, Princess Charlotte was seen standing beside Middleton as they waited for the Queen’s vehicle to leave after the mass. The duchess curtsied to Her Majesty and Princess Charlotte followed her mom’s gesture. She was caught on camera giving respect to the Queen by performing a curtsy.

Prince Charles, Camilla
Prince Charles, Prince of Wales and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall attend the reopening of Hillsborough Castle on April 09, 2019 in Belfast, Northern Ireland. Getty Images/Chris Jackson