Lady Louise Windsor steps out for rare public appearance without her boyfriend

The pair were spotted enjoying the show's festivities, bringing some royal glamour to the prestigious horse show.

Their appearance came just days before the Christmas celebrations, adding to the seasonal atmosphere of the event.

Lady Louise showcased her elegant style in a pink satin shirt paired with a striking black-and-white skirt for the equestrian event.

She was not accompanied by her boyfriend, Felix da Silva Clamp, who has accompanied Louise to several equestrian-themed events in the past.

The Duchess of Edinburgh complemented her daughter's look with a sophisticated ensemble, wearing a cream jumper and chestnut brown A-line skirt.

Sophie enhanced her outfit with a paisley wrap, adding a touch of seasonal flair to her appearance.

The mother and daughter's coordinated yet distinct outfits highlighted their individual fashion sensibilities while maintaining the Royal Family's reputation for refined style.

Their carefully chosen attire was perfectly suited to the prestigious venue, demonstrating their understanding of appropriate dress for such a high-profile equestrian event.

During the show, Lady Louise and the duchess had a notable encounter with a professional showjumper known as "the Flying Frenchman".

The meeting proved particularly memorable when Sophie received an unexpected kiss on the neck from one of the magnificent horses on display.

The showjumper, Lorenzo, later shared photos of the encounter on social media, writing: "A magnificent meeting with the Duchess of Edinburgh. Thank you, London International Horse Show."

The interaction highlighted the Royal Family's well-known affinity for equestrian events and demonstrated the natural ease with which both mother and daughter engaged with the show's participants.

The warm exchange between the duchess and the horse provided a charming moment during their pre-Christmas outing at the ExCeL Centre.

This festive outing came shortly before the King's annual pre-Christmas lunch at Buckingham Palace, which the Duchess of Edinburgh attended on Thursday.

Sophie was photographed at the lunch wearing a navy blue-and-white polka dot ensemble paired with a cream coat, arriving alongside her husband, Prince Edward.

Lady Louise and her younger brother, James, Earl of Wessex, were not present at the royal lunch gathering.

The pre-Christmas lunch saw other Royal Family members in attendance, including Princess Beatrice, Princess Eugenie, Princess Anne, and Vice Admiral Timothy Laurence.

Lord and Lady Frederick Windsor and Lady Gabriella Kingston were also among the guests at the traditional family gathering.

While it remains unconfirmed whether Sophie and Lady Louise will join the family at Sandringham this Christmas, the mother-daughter horse show outing provided a festive moment ahead of the holiday season.