Dressed in a suit adorned with
several medals, the Prince waited until he was reunited with his wife, Meghan,
who travelled to Westminster Church by car with the Countess of Wessex, while
Princess Kate and Queen Camilla travelled in another car before the emotional
moment took place. Meghan could be seen holding hands with her husband in
a show of support as the pair left the Hall.
The Duchess opted for a sleek
ebony coat dress and midnight-black pillbox hat which featured an elegant,
netted veil, finishing off her look with a pair of delicate pearl earrings.
Pearls are often referred to as ‘mourning jewellery’, a tradition that dates to
Queen Victoria’s era.
It was a deeply poignant
occasion for Her Majesty’s children and grandchildren, as Princess Eugenie was
also visibly moved as she watched the proceedings alongside her husband, Jack
Brooksbank. Her older sister, Princess Beatrice, was clearly very emotional,
too. She could be seen holding her hand up to her mouth as she watched the
service alongside her husband Edoardo.
The historical event marked
the first time the majority of the royal family have been seen together since
news of the Queen’s death was confirmed by Buckingham Palace on Thursday 8
September. The monarch passed away “peacefully” at Balmoral at
the age of 96, and her funeral will take place on Monday.
