The cloudy skies did not detract from today’s Trooping the Colour ceremony in London.
The Duchesses of Cambridge and Cornwall. 
The dramatic ceremony showcases the military’s finest display of pomp and pageantry.
The annual event is also known as the Queen’s Birthday Parade.
Prince William and Princess Anne in their uniforms as Colonel of the Irish Guards (William) Colonel of the Blues and Royals (Anne).
As always, it was a magnificent display.
HM with Prince Philip on the dais, inspecting her troops.
The Duchess of Cornwall and Duchess of Cambridge.
A look at Kate’s hat.
The Household Cavalry band, led by Drum Horse Mercury.
After the ceremonies on the ground things moved to Buckingham Palace, where we saw Prince George make his first Trooping the Colour appearance.
Bad weather grounded some of the RAF ‘s aircraft, only helicopters and the Red Arrows were able to take part in the dramatic fly past at Buckingham Palace.
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Royal watchers noted the similarity in the pictures from today’s shot of Prince William holding his son….
It wasn’t long before people realized it wasn’t only the photos that were similar: Prince George was actually wearing the same blue suit worn by his father in 1984. And it turns out the outfit is likely much older than 1984, it appears Prince Charles also wore the style back in 1950, as noted in this tweet from Majesty magazine with information from our friend Anna of My Small Obsessions.
Prince George seemed to enjoy himself.
Now to what Kate wore. The Duchess was in an elegant coatdress from Catherine Walker.
It is Catherine Walker’s “Astrid” style.
The silk dupioni piece features an ivory floral pattern woven into the ice blue silk. It is “sharply tailored,” with self-covered buttons and the rounded collar Kate is fond of, seen in many other pieces in the Duchess’s wardrobe.
This offers a closer look at the princess seaming and the slightest touch of padding at the shoulder, used primarily for structure.
Kate’s hat is by John Lock and Company.
It is the company’s Marisabel style, designed by Sylvia Fletcher. The piece is crafted of sinamay, a straw frequently used for hats.
The Duke and Duchess with Prince George, HM & Prince Philip (with Prince Harry just behind him) as well as James, Viscount of Severn, with his fingers in his ears. The young man is Edward and Sophie’s youngest child.
A wave goodbye as the royals leave Buckingham Palace’s iconic balcony.
Julie
Friday 26th of June 2015
I think given the fact that she had a child six weeks ago, she looks amazing. She did look a bit tired, but she has a newborn.
I like the hat, but not with the coatdress. Since I'm American and maybe the Brits can help me on this, but do feathers not connote the Wales family? So perhaps the hat would have worked better/had more significance if she had used it on a trip to Wales. It was just a thought I had.
I would have liked the coatdress if the fabric was less shiny, the shininess just makes it look cheap, which it wasn't. The pattern didn't bother me, but any kind of print makes the piece read a bit less formal, so maybe this wasn't the best choice given the occasion.
And I LOVE the look on Prince Charles' face looking at George. He is clearly enjoying being a grandfather. So sweet.
mimi
Wednesday 17th of June 2015
y'all are such haters! OMG i super heart her granny coat! and everyone must know by now what a hands on MOTHER OF TWO children she is. she's a little busy these days and it's very apparent she never been super fussed with fashion. rock on in your "frumpy granny sofa coat" kate! you look incredible and are a CHARACTER inspiration to millions of women across the world.
Susan
Tuesday 16th of June 2015
George is adorable but does he ever get dressed in a color besides blue? I'd love to see him in something different!
Margaret
Tuesday 16th of June 2015
While I don't think that this is the greatest look for Kate I still think that she looks pretty and appropriately dressed. I think the colour of the hat is not the best choice but for a new mother facing a major state occasion she looks lovely. It can't be easy to front up for such an event when you are tired and still recovering after a hard pregnancy and childbirth. Well done Kate!
Melissa
Monday 15th of June 2015
Not a fan of this outfit but boy does her body look good after having a baby!