Princess Charlene of Monaco can be seen with her arm around her son Prince Jacques in National Day celebrations in new behind-the-scenes images from the event.
Princess Charlene, 44, and her husband Prince Albert were joined by their twin children Gabriella and Jacques to attend church in Monte Carlo for National Day on Saturday.
Monaco’s Royal Palace went on to release a number of images from the event, including one which showed Charlene watching over her children as they stood on a balcony and waved to those below.
Meanwhile in another image, Charlene could be seen offering her son, and the heir-to-the-throne Jacques, a hug.
Princess Charlene of Monaco, 44, can be seen with her arm around her son Prince Jacques in National Day celebrations in new behind-the-scenes images from the event
Monaco’s Royal Palace went on to release a number of images from the event, including one which showed Charlene watching over her children as they stood on a balcony and waved to those below
In another photograph from the event, the twins could be seen posing for a snap for the official photographer (pictured)
In another photograph from the event, the twins could be seen posing for a snap for the official photographer.
The event marked the first time Prince Jacques had worn an official uniform, and he was pictured beaming at the camera with his hand held in a smart salute.
Meanwhile Princess Gabriella showed off her elegant red coat and fascinator alongside her brother as she posed with her hand on her hip.
The little girl was dressed in a smart red coat for the occasion, but finished off her outfit with her mother’s black fascinator by designer Gallia e Peter for Akris.
Princess Charlene wore a larger version of the piece for National Day celebrations in 2018.
Princess Gabriella of Monaco, seven, donned her mother Princess Charlene’s designer hat as she attended National Day celebrations
Princess Charlene wore a larger version of the Gallia e Peter for Akris piece for National Day celebrations in 2018
National Monaco Day is also known as The Sovereign Prince’s Day, and the date of the celebration is chosen by the reigning Prince.
Traditionally, the Princes chose the day of the saint they are named after.
But when Prince Albert inherited the title, he decided to choose the same day as his father rather than the day of Saint Albert, which would have been November 15.
It is typically celebrated with fireworks over the harbour the evening before, and a mass in Monte Carlo the next morning.
Princess Charlene looked effortlessly chic in a black and white ensemble as she arrived at the St Nicholas Cathedral for Monaco’s National Day celebrations
Charlene wore a black, wide brim hat for the service at St Nicholas Cathedral in Monte Carlo
The mother-of-two, 44, took her husband Prince Albert’s arm as the Royal Family descended the stairs outside the church in Monte Carlo following a service on Saturday
Charlene opted for a long, white coat for Monaco’s National Day, worn over a high-neck black dress. She also donned a pair of black leather gloves.
She completed her monochrome ensemble with a black, wide-brim hat and simple pearl drop earrings. The royal kept her make-up classic for the occasion.
Her husband, Prince Albert, was in formal attire, with a number of opulent medals embellishing the front of his jacket – which was embroidered with red and gold.
The pair were seated with Princess Caroline of Hanover and Princess Stephanie of Monaco for the ceremony, which is celebrated on November 19 each year.
Charlene opted for a long, white coat for Monaco’s National Day, worn over a high-neck black dress. She also donned a pair of black leather gloves
She completed her monochrome ensemble with a black, wide-brim hat and simple pearl drop earrings. The royal kept her make-up simply for the occasion
The pair were seated with Princess Caroline of Hanover and Princess Stephanie of Monaco for the ceremony, which is celebrated on November 19 each year
Her platinum tips were frosted in the pixie cut she has favoured recently, which highlighted her cheekbones
Princess Charlene of Monaco, Prince Jacques and Princess Gabriella, and Princess Stephanie attend the celebrations
Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene of Monaco with Prince Jacques and Princess Gabriella during the Army Parade, as part of the official celebrations
The celebrations come after Princess Charlene and Prince Albert took part in Monaco’s Red Cross gift giveaway on Wednesday.
Charlene made the most of the mild November temperatures and more the festive green dress, which had long flowing sleeves and was tied at the waist with a black leather belt.
Her platinum tips were frosted in the pixie cut she has favoured recently, which highlighted her cheekbones.
Prince Albert was in formal attire, with a number of opulent medals embellishing the front of his jacket – which was embroidered with red and gold
The holiday is also known as The Sovereign Prince’s Day, and the date of the celebration is chosen by the reigning Prince
Traditionally, the Princes chose the day of the saint they are named after
Princess Charlene worn a wide rimmed black hat with a contrasting bright white pants suit
The annual charity distribution is part of a number of events organised by the Red Cross in the run up to Christmas in Monaco and sees members of the princely family gift presents to people in need.
The event saw members of the princely family speak to some of the Red Cross volunteers who took part in the gift distribution.
They also listened to the story of vulnerable people who were stocking up on gifts ahead of Christmas.
Princess Charlene of Monaco, Princess Stephanie of Monaco, Prince Jacques of Monaco and Prince Albert II of Monaco
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