King Philippe, 64, and Queen Mathilde , 51, looked the pinnacle of elegance today as they met with the Pope for photographs, at the Castle of Laeken, near Brussels.
The Belgian royals met the religious leader at Melsbroek military airport. READ MORE: Queen Mathilde and King Philippe welcome Pope Francis to Belgium at the beginning of his four-day visitKing Philippe and Queen Mathilde appeared in high spirits this morning as they posed for pictures with Pope Francis during his visit to Belgium.
The modest frock was was long sleeved and worn down just below her knees, in a style fit for the onset on the colder season. The high neck dress wore a thin strapped belt around the waist. Today marks the first day of the Pope's visit to Belgium, as part of a four-day journey through both. Belgium and Luxemburg.
Queen Mathilde cut a stylish figure in a crisp snow coloured dress, not a dissimilar to the pope's own white regaliaKing Philippe looked equally smart in an all black suit, his hair neatly styled for the occasion Meanwhile Mathilde looked elegant in a navy midi dress with statement bow detailing, paired with navy suede pumps. She accessorised with a clutch bag, diamond earrings and a diamond tennis bracelet.
The King and Queen of Belgium braved the rain and rolled out the red carpet to welcome Pope Francis to their nation this evening Despite the rain, a huge welcome party came out to welcome the religious leader to mark the beginning of his four-day apostolic journey to Luxembourg and Belgium The royal, who studied at Oxford University for her undergraduate degree, styled her brunette tresses in natural waves and opted for minimal makeup for the occasion.After Elisabeth finished her studies in England, she took part in various engagements throughout the summer with her parents - King Philippe and Queen Mathilde for Belgium - including marking National Day.
Speaking about her time there, a spokesperson for the Belgian Royal Palace told the Oxford Mail: 'The Princess loved studying in Oxford and had a wonderful time in Lincoln College.'
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