The Commonwealth Games have landed in Birmingham for 2022, meaning plenty of royal sightings from the likes of Prince Charles, Sophie, Countess of Wessex and even a few royal kids.
The Prince of Wales opened the games on behalf of the Queen, who has been cutting back on public engagements, on July 28 with a moving speech praising the “family of nations” taking part.
Joined by wife Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, Charles said: “Over the years, the coming together of so many for the ‘Friendly Games’ has created memorable shared experiences, established long standing relationships, and even created some friendly rivalries.
“But above all they remind us of our connection with one another, wherever we may be in the world, as part of the Commonwealth family of nations.”
Days of sport and athleticism followed, but the royal family stole the show with their stylish appearances at the games, day after day.
Prince Edward and Sophie, Countess of Wessex made several fashionable appearances and even brought their children Lady Louise Windsor and James, Viscount Severn along for the fun.
Other stylish royals like Princess Anne also made cameos at the games, with fans holding out hopes that Prince William and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge would appear before the closing ceremony on August 8. And they did with Princess Charlotte in tow!
See all the best royal fashion from the Commonwealth Games (so far) below!
Sophie was ravishing in this red belted dress by Gabriela Hearst, another piece she recycled from her wardrobe rather than buying new outfits for the games.
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge made their first appearance on day five, arriving with daughter Princess Charlotte in tow.
The young royal put her best foot forward in a striped Rachel Riley dress and white sandals that retail for $80.
William opted for a white and navy outfit, while Catherine proved once again an all-white suit is the perfect smart casual style, especially when it’s an Alexander McQueen. She was also in her new favourite accessories – two-tone flats.
The Wessex family went for smart casual once again – Edward, Sophie and James opting for slacks and shirts while Louise donned a fun printed skirt.
Lady Louise Windsor made her Commonwealth Games debut on day four in a delightful Peter Pilotto dress she borrowed from mum Sophie’s closet. In typical teen fashion, the 18-year-old paired her frock with white sneakers.
Sophie, Edward and their son James coordinated with Louise in navy ensembles, Sophie opting for a casual outfit offset by fun chunky sandals by Penelope Chilvers.
Later, Sophie changed into this fun floral maxi by ME+EM, pairing the summery style with minimal jewellery.
The Countess of Wessex was perfectly on theme for day one of the games in this Peter Pilotto Floral-print Cloqué Midi Dress with her favourite tan Penelope Chilvers wedges.
She was photographed sharing a laugh with sister-in-law Princess Anne and her husband Sir Timothy Laurence, who wore matching tan outfits.
Sophie, Countess of Wessex, stole the show at the opening ceremony with this slinky emerald dress by Galvan London.
The Duchess of Cornwall opted for a subdued ensemble, choosing a floor-length navy dress with cropped sleeves.
She later wrapped up in a cream shawl to keep the chill away.
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