The Prince and Princess of Wales have unveiled their heartwarming family portrait that will grace the front of their Christmas card this year.<\/p>\n
Captured by renowned fashion and portrait photographer Josh Shinner earlier in Windsor, the black-and-white image showcases the family of five dressed in matching crisp white shirts.<\/p>\n
Reminiscent of a 1991 portrait by Lord Snowdon, where a young Prince William stood against a black-and-white backdrop, the Prince and Princess, along with their three children, strike poses around a velvet chair.<\/p>\n
In the center of the frame, we see middle child Princess Charlotte leaning forward in the chair, donning jeans and canvas shoes.<\/p>\n
Prince Louis rests his hand on the arm of the chair, while his father’s hand gently rests on his shoulder.<\/p>\n
Future king, Prince George, leans against his mother Kate, who lovingly wraps her arm around her son’s waist.<\/p>\n
The princess herself exudes elegance, wearing a v-neck shirt paired with dark wash jeans, her brunette locks styled in 70s-inspired waves.<\/p>\n
Contrasting the Wales family’s relaxed portrait, the king and queen have chosen a coronation photograph taken at Buckingham Palace for their festive card, which will be shared with friends, family, and colleagues.<\/p>\n
While less formal than the king’s card, this year’s depiction exhibits a sense of restraint compared to previous season’s greetings.<\/p>\n
Acclaimed photographer Josh Schinner captured William, Catherine, and their children during a photoshoot earlier this year in Windsor.<\/p>\n
Last year’s card featured a delightful snapshot of the family strolling hand-in-hand around their Norfolk estate, while their 2021 photograph showcased the couple and their children enjoying a holiday in Jordan.<\/p>\n
Throughout their tenure as the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, their cards have maintained a relaxed and often vibrant aesthetic.<\/p>\n
For instance, their 2018 card depicted them sitting on a tree trunk in Anmer Hall, Norfolk.<\/p>\n
This year’s card also continues the tradition of informal festive greetings by the Prince of Wales.<\/p>\n
Cards released during Charles and Diana’s time were similarly laid-back in nature.<\/p>\n
The backdrop of this year’s card bears a striking resemblance to the one issued by Charles and Diana in 1984, featuring a mischievous Prince William and a young Prince Harry, born in September of that year.<\/p>\n
The unveiling of the Christmas cards follows the Princess of Wales’ annual Christmas Carol concert at Westminster Abbey, held just last Friday.<\/p>\n
The Together at Christmas concert boasted a star-studded guest list, including renowned singers Beverly Knight and Adam Lambert, actor Jim Broadbent, and TV presenters Emma Willis and Roman Kemp.<\/p>\n
Catherine took center stage, leading the royal family in a blend of traditional and contemporary Christmas music.<\/p>\n
During the event, the Princess of Wales engaged in conversations with children who had gone above and beyond in helping others throughout the year.<\/p>\n
As a special treat for the guests, she performed a rendition of Wham’s “Last Christmas” on John Lennon’s piano.<\/p>\n
A royal aide shared that the Princess aimed to remind people of the preciousness of a child’s early years, coinciding with the world celebrating the birth of a newborn baby.<\/p>\n
This serves as a reminder of the uniqueness of this time and how crucial it is as we establish our first relationships, form bonds with loved ones, and explore the world around us.<\/p>\n
It also symbolizes hope for a brighter future, where we aspire for our children to grow up in a happier, healthier, fairer, kinder, and more tolerant world\u2014a world built on love and compassion.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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