Happy birthday Charlotte! Kate and William release charming snap of princess enjoying nature as they wish her a ‘very happy 11th birthday’

A stunning new photo of Princess Charlotte has been released to celebrate her 11th birthday today.

The striking portrait shared on the Prince and Princess of Wales’ official social media account offers a rare insight into the young princess’ life.

Charlotte has a wide smile and is dressed in a black and red striped outfit. overalls and blue jeansSurrounded by flowers and trees. The photo was taken by the couple’s trusted photographer, Matt Porteous, during the family’s Easter holiday to Cornwall last month.

The Prince and Princess of Wales accompanied the message with a birthday cake emoji, writing, “Happy 11th birthday Charlotte!” wrote.

It’s a tribute to the youngster’s love of nature, as he was seen grinning happily and windy as he enjoyed the outdoors with his mother in last year’s photo.

The photo shows his uncanny resemblance to his father, Prince William, and he often receives comments from the public for his similar facial features.

Meanwhile, her loose, long, wavy hair is more reminiscent of her mother, Kate, who has traditionally taken charge of her children’s birthday photos in recent years.

It’s the second new photo that princess royal fans have been treated to in recent days, after the Welshmen shared a touching family photo to celebrate their 15th wedding anniversary on Wednesday.

In this shot, Charlotte was seen smiling with her younger brother Prince Louis and his mother as the family enjoyed lounging in the sun during their trip to Cornwall.

In today’s photo, she could be seen wearing the same ivy blue nail polish as in the family photo.

Earlier this week, the Prince and Princess of Wales celebrated 15 years of marriage with an intimate family portrait – with Princess Charlotte seen wearing the same ivy blue nail polish as in today’s photo.

To celebrate her tenth birthday, the Welsh posted this portrait of Charlotte windswept and grinning at her mum

On his first birthday, William and Kate posted an adorable photo of him pushing a cart full of bricks

Fans were thrilled with the new photo, commenting on how Princess Charlotte had become ‘all grown up’ and describing her as ‘William’s mini-me’.

Charlotte is third in line to the throne and is set to one day become Princess Crown, following in the footsteps of her great-aunt Princess Anne, with many feeling she would be the natural successor to the role.

Charlotte, who was born in 2015, became the first British princess to rank higher than a younger brother due to changes to the rules of succession in 2013 that meant male heirs no longer took precedence over female heirs.

Her full name is Charlotte Elizabeth Diana and she was born at 8.34am on 2 May 2015 in the Lindo Wing of St Mary’s Hospital, Paddington, London, weighing a very healthy 8lb 3oz.

At such a young age, he already has a fan base, thanks in part to his seemingly effortless etiquette on the global stage.

He’s already won hearts by often taking charge of his brothers at public events, especially his younger brother Prince Louis, who turns eight on April 23.

Last week, the couple shared a new photo of the young prince. captured by Prince William And Princess of WalesFamily trusted photographer Matt Porteous Easter Escape to Cornwall this month.

But thanks to the protection of his parents, he lives a largely private life and attends Lambrook School undisturbed.

When her parents talked about her, they painted a picture of any 11-year-old with a love for dancing and Taylor Swift.

The teenager is a passionate ballet dancer and enjoys making friendship bracelets; She designs a famous bracelet with the word “dad” written on it for Prince William.

The Welshies posted a photo taken by Kate on her ninth birthday, showing off her daughter’s cheeky smile and wavy blonde hair.

A year ago, Charlotte was seen cuddling the family’s beloved dog, Orla.

Last year, Charlotte’s portrait strayed from traditional floral dresses and carefully arranged hair, and featured a photo of the teenager on a family outing.

The woman, wearing a windswept backpack and leaf-patterned coat, smiled broadly at her mother in a more casual gesture that offered a glimpse behind the curtain of the princess’ outgoing, nature-loving side.

A year ago, the Welsh posted a photo taken by Kate herself, showing off her daughter’s cheeky grin and wavy blonde hair.

And to celebrate his eighth birthday, two official photos have been released showing him with the family’s beloved cocker spaniel, Orla.

Princess Charlotte has previously been described by insiders as the royal family’s ‘secret weapon’, taking on the role of a ‘boss’ at home who is not afraid to speak her mind.

Royal historian Marlene Koenig told US Weekly that ‘Charlotte rules the roost’ at Adelaide Cottage in Windsor, adding:[Kate] He describes Charlotte as ‘an independent and responsible person’.

Last year his father William revealed how the outspoken teenager made him shave off his beard when he disapproved.

Princess Charlotte made her last public appearance on Easter Sunday when she joined senior royals for the traditional ceremony at St George’s Chapel in Windsor.

They put on a sweet mother-daughter show as they were seen leaving the service holding hands with Princess Catherine.

They also wore matching outfits; Catherine opted for a cream two-piece suit from Self-Portrait, with a brown leather bag and matching heels.

Her ensemble was completed with Charlotte’s camel coat with brown velvet accents, which she paired with a beautiful white dress and a sleek pair of black heels.