Royal highlights of the month – October 2017

Princess Charlene of Monaco stunned in an off-the-shoulder glittery Ralph Lauren column gown at the 2017 Princess Grace Awards Gala on Oct 25. <p>The royal mother-of-two accompanied her husband, Prince Albert, to the event, which celebrates emerging talent in theatre, dance and film. <p>The Princess Grace Foundation and awards program were set up by the late actress's husband Prince Rainier of Monaco in 1982. The royal created the organization to honour his wife's legacy and her love for the arts. To date, the foundation has presented awards to more than 800 recipients. <p>Photo: Getty Images
<p>Jessica Simpson and her look-alike daughter Maxwell enjoyed a royal day out on Tuesday (Oct. 24) at the kick off to this year’s Princess Grace of Monaco Awards celebration in Los Angeles. The singer’s gorgeous little girl even got to give host Princess Charlene of Monaco a bouquet of flowers!</p> <p>Charlene’s husband Prince Albert has worked tirelessly to ensure that the Princess Grace Foundation continues to financially help aspiring talent in theatre, dance and film, as it has done since its inception in 1982 following Grace's untimely death. This year’s gala will take place on Oct 25 in Beverly Hills.</p> <p>Photo: Getty Images
Prince Harry never forgets a familiar face! The royal visited Lancashire on Monday (Oct. 23) where he reunited with local resident Winnie Hodson. The 93-year-old turned out to see the royal after meeting him in February 2016 when Harry toured the region following devastating floods. <p>Photo: Getty Images
The Queen looked elegant in a matching pink outfit at the races on Saturday (Oct. 21). The monarch attended The Qipco British Champions Day at Ascot and opted for a light pink coat and hat with flower detailing, complemented by pearl jewelry and a pretty brooch. Her Majesty was all smiles as she presented jockey Frankie Dettori with the winner's prize for the Queen Elizabeth ll Stakes at the event. Frankie said: "I had a nice chat with Her Majesty, it was a good day all round." <p>Photo: Getty Images
Queen Letizia slipped into a glamorous Felipe Varela dress to attend the Princess of Asturias Awards ceremony in Oviedo, Spain. The 45-year-old completed her look with black pumps and a matching handbag. <p>Photo: Getty Images OVIEDO, SPAIN - OCTOBER 20: Queen Letizia of Spain attends the Princesa de Asturias Awards 2017 ceremony at the Campoamor Theater on October 20, 2017 in Oviedo, Spain. (Photo by Carlos R. Alvarez/WireImage)
Kensington Palace announced on Tuesday (Oct. 17) that the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge will welcome their third child in April. The news comes just hours after the palace revealed that the couple will travel to Sweden and Norway in early 2018. <p>Photo: Getty Images
<br/>A portrait of his grandmother Queen Elizabeth in the background, Prince Harry attended his first engagement back home in London after his high profile appearance at the Invictus Games in Toronto last month. The British royal – who made his public debut with American girlfriend Meghan Markle of TV drama <em>Suits</em> during the week-long Paralympics-style sports competition – spoke at an event on mental health at the Ministry of Defence (MoD) on October 9.<br/><br/>Photo: Toby Melville-WPA Pool/GettyImages</p>
We certainly can't resist a mother-daughter team – especially when it comes to royals! An elegant Queen Elizabeth II was joined by her only daughter Princess Anne for a reception to celebrate the Women's Royal Naval Service 100 project at The Army and Navy Club on October 12 in London, England. Photo: Alastair Grant - WPA Pool/Getty Images
The 91-year-old monarch seemed to be having quite the good time, smiling throughout as she chatted with guests at a Women's Royal Naval Service 100 project reception. Photo: Alastair Grant - WPA Pool/Getty Images
<p>With pregnant wife the Duchess of Cambridge taking a break from engagements as she suffers from severe morning sickness, Prince William made a solo appearance at the Data Observatory at Imperial College on October 6. The Duke attended a briefing on the progress of the 'Heads Together' campaign, spearheaded by the Cambridges and Prince Harry and its partners.<br /><br />Photo: Tolga Akmen - WPA Pool/Getty Images</p>
<p>Denmark's Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Mary looked all set to kick off their royal visit to Japan, meeting with Crown Prince Naruhito and Princess Masako in Tokyo. Frederik and Mary are heading up a Danish business delegation with the aim of promoting trade between the two countries. <br /><br />Photo: SHIZUO KAMBAYASHI/AFP/Getty Images</p>
<p>Queen Maxima of the Netherlands was in proud mom mode as she held up a 3D sketch of her daughters Amalia, Alexia and Ariane. King Willem-Alexander's wife was visiting the 5th Teacher's Congress, a conference organized by the Education Cooperative, in Amersfoort, Netherlands on October 5. <br /><br />Photo: Patrick van Katwijk/Getty Images</p>
<p>It was time for a royal wedding in Belgrade as Prince Philip of Serbia tied the knot with his love Danica Marinkovic at the Cathedral Church of St. Michael the Archangel on October 7. Danica was the picture of happiness in a full-length silk princess gown that featured billowy sheer long sleeves, an oversized bow sash at the waist and a sweeping train. <br /><br />Photo by Milica Radicevic/WireImage</p>
<p>Everyone loves a royal wedding – especially the royals! Sweden's future Queen, Crown Princess Victoria, was one of the guests at Prince Philip of Serbia's nuptials. Here she is seated alongside Prince Aleksandar Karadjordjevic during the reception. <br /><br />Photo: Milica Radicevic/WireImage</p>
<p>The Sultan of Brunei and Queen Saleha waved to crowds from their royal chariot during a procession to celebrate the Sultan's Golden Jubilee. The wealthiest monarch in the world celebrated 50 years on the throne with a host of lavish celebrations attended by international royals including Prince Edward and Sophie, Countess of Wessex from the UK. <br /><br />Photo: ROSLAN RAHMAN/AFP/Getty Images</p>
<p>On day one of his trip to Belfast, Northern Ireland, <a href="/tags/0/monaco-royals/">Prince William</a> was tasked with naming a new lifeboat. The British royal poured a measure of whiskey onto <em>Ray of Hope</em> during the ceremony while visiting the headquarters of the Lagan Search and Rescue service, who patrol the waters of the River Lagan.<br /><br />Photo: Getty Images</p>
<p><a href="/tags/0/queen-rania/">Queen Rania of Jordan</a> began the month by checking out fresh ideas from some of her kingdom's leading design talents. "So much creativity on display at Amman Design Week, a unique platform for designers’ original ideas," wrote the impressed royal on Instagram. "Be sure to stop by and see it for yourself!"<br /><br />Photo: Getty Images</p>
<p>Who knew that <a href="/tags/0/crown-princess-victoria/">Crown Princess Victoria</a> was so agile? Sweden's future queen showed off some fancy footwork as she joined in the fun at the Swedish Outdoor Association's 125th anniversary celebrations at Stockholm's Haga Park on October 4.<br /><br />Photo: Getty Images</p>
<p>All eyes were on <a href="https://us.hellomagazine.com/tags/1/queen-maxima/">Queen Maxima of the Netherlands</a> as she stepped out in her role as honorary chairwoman of the King Willem I foundation on October 3. The Dutch queen had dressed to impress in a turquoise statement dress with bell sleeves and nude pumps.<br /><br />Photo: Getty Images</p>
<p>Talk about #hatgoals! The Netherlands' <a href="/tags/0/queen-maxima/">Queen Maxima</a> gave a masterclass in stylish headgear as she opened an art exhibition in the Hague that same day.<br /><br />Photo: Getty Images</p>
<p>The rain certainly didn't dampen her mood – or her style – as <a href="/tags/0/crown-princess-victoria/">Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden</a> stepped out to attend the opening of the Swedish Church meetings at Uppsala Cathedral.<br /><br />Photo: Getty Images</p>
<p>Monaco's glam young royal <a href="/tags/0/charlotte-casiraghi/">Charlotte Casiraghi</a> was the guest of honor at Stella McCartney's Paris Fashion Week show on October 2. The designer caught up with her glam friend backstage after previewing her Womenswear Spring/Summer 2018 collection.<br /><br />Photo: Getty Images</p>
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