The Princess of Wales delighted royal watchers over the weekend with a never-before-seen throwback photo of a one-year-old Prince Louis, fans were delighted to see his cheerful grin and bright red Wellington boots. But upon closer inspection, royal followers across social media couldn't stop pointing out one thing - the striking resemblance between Louis and his elder brother, Prince George.
In the candid snap captured by Catherine in Norfolk, a tiny Louis was seen beaming beside a massive pumpkin, while wearing a vibrant blue raincoat.
While the young Prince is often said to have inherited the distinct features of the Middleton family – bearing a notable resemblance to grandfather Michael Middleton – this particular throwback caused fans to do an immediate double-take.
"Happy Halloween! [Pumpkin emoji]. Prince Louis, aged 1, photographed by The Princess of Wales," read the caption accompanying the picture on the couple's official social media channels, delighting fans who were quick to chime in with comparisons.
"Adorable! Wow looks so much like George here!" wrote one fan, while another agreed: "Oh my goodness I could have sworn that was Prince George! What a lovely surprise. Happy Halloween!" A third post read: "OMG I thought that was George! Happy Halloween!"
A close sibling bond
While Prince George, 13, and Prince Louis, eight, are five years apart, their bond as brothers continues to shine through during public appearances.
© Getty ImagesFrom walking side by side during the family's annual Christmas Day appearance at Sandringham, to sharing laughs in the royal box at major sporting and celebratory events, the boys clearly have a special connection. William and Catherine have prioritised nurturing a close bond between their three children, including their daughter, Princess Charlotte.
The royal siblings will no doubt have enjoyed some time together during their half-term break. George began boarding at Eton College in September, following confirmation earlier this year that he would attend the prestigious school.
He recently returned to the family's "forever home", Forest Lodge in Windsor Great Park, for the start of Eton's "long leave" - an extended break that serves as the £65,673-a-year school's equivalent of half term.
At 16 days, the holiday is longer than a typical school half-term, with pupils due to return on 8 November, according to Eton's website.
The Prince and Princess of Wales typically scale back their public engagements during school holidays, allowing them to spend more time together as a family.
