Best photos of Kate Middleton's reunion with Queen Maxima and Queen Letizia at Order of the Garter service

It was a day full of tradition

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Ainhoa BarcelonaRoyal Managing Editor
Updated: June 17, 2019
Queen Elizabeth II, Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands, and Queen Máxima of the Netherlands standing together in formal attire.© Photo: PA

The Duchess of Cambridge enjoyed a special reunion with Queen Maxima of the Netherlands and Queen Letizia of Spain as the royals attended the Order of the Garter service in Windsor on Monday. The stylish trio were supporting their husbands, who are members of the Order – William as a senior British royal, and King Willem-Alexander and King Felipe as Knights of the Garter. Knights of the Garter are chosen personally by the Queen to honour those who have held public office, who have contributed in a particular way to national life or who have served her personally.

Kate looked incredibly stylish for the event, wearing a white Catherine Walker coat and a hat by Lock & Co, while Maxima was stunning in a blush pink dress that featured a belt and cape. Letizia showed off her sartorial prowess in a silk grey and white shift dress and black fascinator.

Let's take a look at the best photos from the Order of the Garter service…

Felipe VI of Spain, Elizabeth II, and another woman in formal attire stand together in a grand hall.© Photo: PA

King Felipe was also invested as a Supernumerary Knight of the Garter, accompanied by his wife Letizia.

Kate Middleton, wearing a white coat and black hat, smiles and converses with others.© Photo: Rex

A closer look at the Duchess of Cambridge's white coat that featured black detailing.

Queen Máxima of the Netherlands points while conversing with other women in elegant attire.© Photo: Rex

Maxima and Kate were spotted chatting at the Galilee Porch while waiting for the procession to begin.

Three women in elegant attire converse; one wears a white dress, another a pink dress, and the third a white dress with black trim.© Photo: Rex

The Duchess of Cornwall was also present, looking pretty in a pale pink Anna Valentine coat dress with a Philip Treacy hat.

Sophie, Countess of Wessex, in a white dress and black hat, stands next to another woman in a white blouse and orange skirt.© Photo: Rex

The Countess of Wessex embraced the sunshine in a Suzannah dress and Jane Taylor hat.

Queen Máxima of the Netherlands, wearing a pink suit and hat, smiles with other royals.© Photo: PA

The Dutch queen looked incredibly proud of her husband.

Queen Elizabeth II in a car, wearing a black hat with white feathers and a white robe.© Photo: Getty Images

The Queen was pictured arriving at the ceremony following her lunch with King Felipe and King Willem-Alexander.

A large crowd gathers outside a castle as a procession marches by, playing instruments.© Photo: PA

Every year to celebrate the iconic Garter Day, the Queen and the Knights take part in a procession wearing grand velvet robes, glistening insignia and plumed hats. The ceremony takes place at Windsor Castle, accompanied by a marching band and Officers of the Order, all in grand ceremonial dress.

A large group of people in ceremonial attire stands outside a grand cathedral. Two individuals in dark suits stand at the bottom of the steps.© Photo: Getty Images

Established in the 14th century, the Order of the Garter, with St George as its patron saint, is the oldest national order of knighthood and Britain's most senior order of chivalry. It is also one of the most exclusive – only 24 knights are allowed at any given time, along with the British monarch and the Prince of Wales.

Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, in ceremonial attire with a feathered hat, smiling with two other men.© Photo: PA

Prince William and Prince Charles took part in the procession.

Two men in ceremonial robes and hats with white feathers, one with a beard. Specific identities unclear.© Photo: PA

King Felipe of Spain and King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands made their debut at the ceremony.

Queen Elizabeth II smiling in a carriage, wearing a red and white robe and black hat with white feathers.© Photo: Rex

After the 40-minute service, the Queen travelled up to the state apartments in a carriage with Prince Charles and Camilla to applause from the crowd.

Two women in elegant attire and large hats sit in a carriage, smiling at an event.© Photo: Rex

Felipe and Letizia were in the second carriage with the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge.

Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, in red and black ceremonial attire, stands next to a man in similar attire with white feathered hat.© Photo: Rex

Felipe waved to crowds.

Queen Máxima of the Netherlands waves from a carriage with Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands.© Photo: Rex

The Duke of York sat with Willem-Alexander and Maxima in the third carriage.

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