Royal highlights of the month – January 2018

<b>With so much happening on the royal stage — from babies in Britain to weddings in Japan — it's sometimes hard to keep up! HELLO! has you covered with our edit of the best photos from royals around the world. Click through to see January's top moments with the Duchess of Cambridge, Princess Olympia of Greece, Queen Letizia and more...</b>
King Felipe VI of Spain and Queen Letizia of Spain attended the Foreign Ambassadors Reception at The Royal Palace of Madrid on Jan. 31. The Queen stunned in a long skirt and white blazer. <p>Photo: &copy; Getty Images
The British royal couple have made campaigning on mental health issues one of the central themes of their public working lives. Their Heads Together mental health campaign saw a series of events staged last year to encourage Britons to talk about their psychological problems or provide a sympathetic ear for others. <p>Photo: © Rex
Both Kate and Princess Victoria greeted each other with a kiss on the cheek. While Kate opted for red houndstooth, her host wore a chic pink coat over a soft teal two-piece suit. The Swedish royal accessorised her outfit with a Stella McCartney clutch. <p>Photo: © Rex
Prince William and Kate paid a visit to the Residence of the British Ambassador in Stockholm, where they spent some time chatting before attending a glitzy black-tie dinner. <p>Photo: © Getty Images
The Duchess had a laugh while trying out one of Sweden's iconic chairs at the ArkDes Museum during the 2018 royal tour of Scandinavia. <p>Photo: © Getty Images
Crown Princess Victoria and Duchess Kate haven't spent time together since the latter's royal wedding in 2011. One thing's for sure - the duo makes a stylish pair! <p>Photo: © Getty Images
Kate was her naturally charming self, having fun chatting with all the little hockey players at Stockholm's outdoor ice rink. <p>Photo: © Getty Images
Princess Grace's granddaughter Pauline Ducruet looked sharp as she borrowed the ringmaster's top hat while promoting the Monaco circus on her Instagram page. She added a fashion note: "LOVE this @alexandrevauthier dress and @davidyurman earrings !! Amazingly styled by my personal amazing stylist/friend @schanelb ❤️❤️" <p>Photo: &copy; Instagram/@paulinedcrt
King Abdullah, of course, wasn't left out of the special birthday messages! Queen Rania posted this lovely portrait on Instagram as well, writing: "To the most loving husband and father, happy birthday from all of us." <p>Photo: &copy; Instagram/@queenrania
Queen Rania wished her son Prince Hashem - who shares a birthday with her husband King Abdullah – a very happy birthday as the young royal turned 13 on January 30. Posting this new portrait on Instagram, she captioned it simply, "Happy birthday to my youngest, my prince, Hashem." <p>Photo: &copy; Instagram/@queenrania
Crown Princess Mary of Denmark put her best fashion foot forward while at the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe. She stunned in a leather knee-length skirt and gorgeous print top for the occasion. <p>Photo: &copy; Newscom
Queen Rania was totally radiant, sitting alongside her son Al Hussein bin Abdullah II. The mother-son duo were present to watch King Abdullah II’s interview with CNN’s Fareed Zakaria at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos. <p>Photo: &copy; Instagram.com/alhusseinjo
Princess Anne was all smiles while paying a visit to the Ginetta factory. The photo was shared on the Royal Family's Instagram, with the caption, "HRH helped @ginettacars celebrate 60 years of manufacturing cars in Britain, sampled some cheese at local cheesemonger @cryertandstott, toured a factory and opened Leeds College of Building's new campus." <p>Photo: &copy; Instagram.com/theroyalfamily
The Monaco royal family stepped out on Jan. 26 to attend the ceremony of Sainte-Devote. The twins looked absolutely adorable, as per usual! <p>Photo: &copy; Getty Images
We love seeing these two together. Princess Charlene and her love Prince Albert II stood in their balcony, watching the celebration of the Sainte-Devote. <p>Photo: &copy; Getty Images
Ever the fashion icon, Princess Charlene stunned in a tartan cropped blazer and a simple black pencil skirt during the celebration of the Sainte-Devote on Jan. 27. <p>Photo: &copy; Getty Images
Queen Letizia of Spain stunned in a neutral, classic ensemble while attending to meetings at Zarzuela Palace on Jan. 23. <p>Photo: &copy; Getty Images
Sophie, Countess of Wessex, enjoyed some playtime with two little boys while visiting the Children Centre in Belfast. Her Royal Highness is a patron of Mencap and met parents who are being supported by the new family support program that the Centre offers. <p>Photo: &copy; Getty Images
Princess Eugenie has a lot to smile about! The royal - who just announced her engagement to her long-time love Jack Brooksbank - stepped out for a night on the town at George Club on Jan. 23. <p>Photo: &copy; Getty Images
Crown Princess Mary of Denmark stunned in a gorgeous grey business-style dress while delivering a speech at the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe on Jan. 23. <p>Photo: &copy; FREDERICK FLORIN/AFP/Getty Images
Lady Amelia of Windsor stopped for a photo with the chic Roberta Armani while attending the Armani Privé Haute Couture show in Paris on Jan. 23. <p>Photo: &copy; Getty Images
Princess Eugenie and her long-term boyfriend Jack Brooksbank are officially engaged! The Princess - who stunned in a floral dress and adorable black satin heels - showed off her gorgeous engagement ring in the official portraits released on Jan. 22. <p>Photo: &copy; PA
Princess Charlene shared an adorable photo of her twins at Monegasque Market! The sweet 2-year-olds, Princess Gabriella and Prince Jacques, enjoyed some fun playtime at the park. <p>Photo: &copy; Instagram.com/hshprincesscharlene
Princess Stephanie and Prince Albert II of Monaco had some fun clowning around on Jan. 18! The royals enjoyed the 42nd international circus festival in Monte Carlo. <p>Photo: &copy; Getty Images
On a visit to Evelina London Children's Hospital, Prince William had an adorable meeting with a young patient. The two chatted and shook hands, while onlookers watch on. The Duke was on a royal engagement to help launch a nationwide program to help veterans find work. <p>Photo: &copy; Getty Images
Crown Prince Haakon donned an adorable handmade crown while visiting Borregaard on Jan. 18! The prince will be meeting with the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge during their upcoming royal tour. <p>Photo: &copy; Getty Images
Prince Carl Philip and Princess Sofia of Sweden took a night off from parenting their sons — Princes Alexander and Gabriel — to attend the annual Swedish Sports Awards Gala held at the Ericsson Globe Arena on Jan. 15 in Stockholm. The pair’s brother-in-law Prince Daniel was forced to cancel his appearance at the event because of a severe cold. <p>Photo: &copy; Getty Images
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge visited Coventry University's Science and Health Building on Jan. 16 to chat with students and learn about their studies. Kate dazzled in a recycled Mulberry coat, while her royal husband looked dapper in a simple suit. <p>Photo: &copy; Getty Images
Five months after the horrific terrorist attacks in Barcelona, Spanish royalty Queen Letizia and King Felipe VI stepped out to honor victims of the heartbreaking incident for their bravery. <p>The prestigious couple attended the Victims of Terrorism Foundation Awards at the Reina Sofia Museum in Madrid on Monday (Jan. 15). Having aided in the aftermath, the compassionate royals showed up yet again to pay their respects to those involved. The 45-year-old Queen and her 49-year-old King took to the stage to present special awards to the victims from that day. <p>Photo: &copy; Getty Images
King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia looked elegant as they awarded the terror victims from the Barcelona bombing attack. <p>Photo: &copy; Getty Images
Clad in one of her signature wide-brimmed hats, the ever-stylish Queen Maxima of the Netherlands prepared to hit a gong during the opening of the new Musis concerthall in Arnhem on Jan. 12. Some of the event's young attendees were quick to brace themselves by plugging their ears! The monarch was also treated to a musical performance by a group of children. <p>Photo: &copy; Getty Images
Crown Princess Mary of Denmark stopped by the new "Christmas Market-home" for its inauguration. The Christmas Market homes aim to help children in need, who need help tackling bullying, loneliness and low self-esteem. The homes can house up to 48 children at a time. <p>Photo: &copy; Getty Images
Prince William traded in his formal suit for scrubs while on a visit to The Royal Marsden Hospital. The royal took a turn looking through a dual console of the da Vinci robot. He as watching lead surgeon Vin Paleri perform a minimally invasive surgery on a patient. <p>Photo: © Getty Images
The Duchess of Cambridge bonded with a gaggle of adorable children on a visit to the Reach Academy with Place2Be one of her patronages. <p>Photo: © Getty Images
Showing her maternal side, the pregnant royal shared a special moment with a little girl while inside the school. Kate was clad in one of her favourite Seraphine maternity dresses, which she wore on two occasions while pregnant with Princess Charlotte. <p>Photo: Getty Images
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry made a loved-up appearance while visiting Reprezent 107.3FM, a station dedicated to helping youth socialize and connect through radio amid rising knife violence nearby. The soon-to-be-newlyweds were both clad in coats by Canadian brands (hers SMYTHE and his Club Monaco). <p>Photo: Getty Images
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle listened intently to a broadcast through headphones at Reprezent 107.3FM, where they also spoke with young DJs involved in the station's youth programme. <p>Photo: Getty Images
<p>Cream of the crop! Princess Olympia of Greece, right, chatted with Sylvester Stallone's daughter Sistine at W Magazine's It Girls party at A.O.C. in Los Angeles on January 6. <p>Photo: Stefanie Keenan/Getty Images for W Magazine
Norway's future king, Crown Prince Haakon, shared a laugh with his wife Princess Mette-Marit while on stage during the Sport Gala Awards at the Olympic Amphitheater in Hamar, Norway on January 6. <p>Photo: Nigel Waldron/WireImage
Spain's King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia made a regal entrance at the Pascua Militar (Epiphany Day celebrations) held at the Royal Palace in Madrid on January 6. <p>Photo: GABRIEL BOUYS/AFP/Getty Images
Queen Rania of Jordan must have been in a nostaligic mood, sharing this sweet mother-daughter throwback photo where 21-year-old Princess Iman takes a closer look at her earrings. The picture was taken before Jordan’s 71st Independence Day celebrations kicked off last year. <p>Photo: Instagram/@queenrania
As mom Queen Sofia looked on, King Felipe VI shook hands with his father Juan Carlos I during the Epiphany Day celebrations. Former King Juan Carlos turned 80 one day earlier on January 5. <p>Photo: JUANJO MARTIN/AFP/Getty Images
With the great outdoors as their gorgeous backdrop, Crown Prince Hussein of Jordan, 23, snapped a fun selfie co-starring his 12-year-old little brother Prince Hashem. He shared it on his Instagram page. <p>Photo: Instagram/@alhusseinjo
Led by Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko, center, the Japanese royal family took a look at the flag-waving crowds during the annual New Year's greeting to well-wishers gathered at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo on January 2. <p>Photo: KAZUHIRO NOGI/AFP/Getty Images
Wearing her signature pearls, Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko's granddaughter Princess Mako, 26, waved from the Imperial Palace balcony during the New Year's greeting. The future royal bride has an eventful 2018 in store as she plans to give up her royal status to wed law clerk Kei Komuro in November. <p>Photo: KAZUHIRO NOGI/AFP/Getty Images
Pregnant Kate Middleton was in high spirits as she attended a church service at St Mary Magdalene with husband Prince William and Prince Philip on January 7. <p>Photo: Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images
Pretty in pink! Queen Elizabeth II kept the winter chill at bay by draping her legs in a blanket as she left the St Mary Magdalene Sunday service at Sandringham on January 7. <p>Photo: Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images
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