Easter Sunday at Windsor Castle has long been a cherished royal tradition—but this year, the York sisters added a distinctly personal touch to the festivities. Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie stepped out in style alongside their husbands to attend the annual Easter service at St. George’s Chapel, joining their mother Sarah Ferguson in a quiet show of support for their father, Prince Andrew. The appearance marked his first official royal engagement in over a year.
For the daughters of the Duke and Duchess of York, this Easter wasn’t just about public appearances. It was about family—both in the spotlight and behind the scenes.
At Windsor, the royal sisters made a joint entrance that signaled not just unity, but grace under pressure. Their presence alongside both parents subtly underscored their commitment to keeping family at the heart of royal life—even when that family has weathered its share of controversy.
But what truly made this Easter feel special was what came after the chapel service: a rare, personal glimpse into the Yorks’ quieter moments.
Later that day, Princess Eugenie took to Instagram to share candid photos from a more private celebration, giving her 1.8 million followers a peek into the softer, more intimate side of royal life. The pictures featured sweet moments with her young sons, August and Ernest, far from the formal setting of Windsor Castle and the gaze of royal watchers.
Eugenie swapped her earlier white coat dress and fascinator—perfectly in step with the formal tone of the chapel service—for a cheerful yellow short-sleeved dress, more fitting for time spent with her children. It was a sunny, simple look that mirrored the joy of a spring afternoon spent with family. “Happy Easter,” she wrote in her post, as snapshots captured her soaking in the moments of motherhood that rarely make the front pages.
This kind of behind-the-scenes authenticity is something royal fans have come to appreciate from Eugenie, who, despite her royal status, has always come across as deeply grounded. Her social media presence feels less curated and more heartfelt—offering occasional glimpses of her life as a wife and mother that never stray too far into the performative. This year’s Easter post was no exception.
Although the children of Eugenie and Beatrice were not part of the formal Windsor Castle appearance, it’s clear they were very much part of the holiday. Beatrice, who shares daughter Sienna with husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, kept her Easter celebration with her little one off-camera, but it’s easy to imagine the cousins enjoying egg hunts and chocolate-filled baskets in the privacy of the family estate.
The royal Easter service itself remains a staple event in the monarchy’s calendar—a time when senior royals gather at St. George’s Chapel for a moment of tradition, reverence, and family unity. Though this year’s service was perhaps more low-key than in years past, the presence of both York sisters signaled continuity, and their dual support for Prince Andrew, even amid his continued withdrawal from public royal duties, drew quiet attention.
Yet for all the tradition and expectation that comes with royal Easter appearances, the Yorks managed to bring something fresh to the table: a reminder that, at its heart, the holiday is still about family. About showing up—for the public and for each other. About balancing heritage with the day-to-day joys of parenthood. And about carving out personal memories, even under the weight of public scrutiny.
For Eugenie and Beatrice, Easter wasn’t just about attending church in coordinated pastels. It was about honoring where they come from—while also embracing the kind of modern motherhood that feels a world away from palace protocols.
As the next generation of Yorks continues to grow, the sisters are quietly redefining what it means to be royal in a changing world. And if this Easter is any indication, they’re doing it with grace, warmth, and just the right splash of color.
