Purple poise! Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh cuts a stylish figure in a striking coat and white beret at Easter Sunday service

The Duchess of Edinburgh looked chic today as she arrived at Windsor Castle for the annual Easter Sunday service.

Sophie, 59, appeared in high spirits as she greeted members of the clergy alongside her husband, Prince Edward, Duke of Edinburgh. 

The royal opted for a vibrant violet tailored blazer jacket, adorned with bright gold buttons, and paired the coat with an amethyst crocodile print clutch bag and a stylish white beret, which she perched on the side of her head. 

The royal, 59, opted for a vibrant violet tailored blazer jacket, worn with cream heels and a white beret

The mother-of-two paired the stylish jacket with an amethyst crocodile print clutch bag and a stylish white beret, which she placed on the side of her head

Sophie wore her blonde tresses down and chose to wear glistening natural makeup today; pictured with Prince Edward behind her

She added a touch of class as she paired her footwear to her hat, opting for shiny pointed cream heels. 

Purple is thought to have religious connotations. During Lent, the period of fasting that begins on Ash Wednesday, members of the clergy often opt for this colour.

The colour is also linked to Jesus. Leading up to his crucifixion in John 19:2, the Bible states: 'And the soldiers platted a crown of thorns, and put it on his head, and they put on him a purple robe...'

Sophie wore her blonde tresses down and chose to wear glistening natural makeup today. 

King Charles and Queen Camilla followed closely behind in a separate car. He smiled and waved to masses of royal fans who were standing outside Windsor Castle to show their support for the royal. 

It is thought the Monarch will sit with Queen Camilla but apart from other Royals to shield him from infection during his treatment. 

A Queen in green! Camilla looked elegant in a racing green  dress with co-ordinating hat, matched with black suede knee high boots and a black clutch bag

Meanwhile, the Princess Royal also opted for the traditional shade, which is said to symbolise 'new beginnings', wearing a herringbone coat with a matching pillbox hat with feather adornment

And Sarah Ferguson, the Duchess of York, opted for a bolder shade of the spring colour, wearing a boucle dress with a pair of black heels

Elsewhere, leading members of the royal family put on a show of sartorial solidarity today - by donning shades of traditional Easter green. 

Many of the senior royals appeared to co-ordinate their looks at the traditional service, with Queen Camilla, Princess Anne and Sarah Ferguson all looking elegant in green.

Camilla grinned broadly at well-wishers gathered as she arrived by the monarch's side at St George's Chapel, Windsor this morning. 

The Queen, 76, looked elegant in a racing green dress with coordinating hat, matched with black suede knee high boots and a black clutch bag. 

Meanwhile, the Princess Royal also opted for the traditional shade, which is said to symbolise 'new beginnings', wearing a herringbone coat with a matching pillbox hat with feather adornment.

Sophie, 59, looked in high spirits as she greeted members of the clergy alongside her husband, Edward, Duke of Edinburgh

Sophie was all smiles as she arrived at the Castle alongside her sister-in-law Princess Anne and Fergie

Edward and Sophie are pictured attending the annual Easter Sunday service 

Prince Andrew led the procession of the remaining royals as they arrived at the chapel for the ceremony today. 

Aides have reportedly said that His Majesty's attendance at any event is 'to be hoped for and planned for rather than assumed', as he continues to focus on his health.

Charles's engagement today will be seen as the King making a move to reassure the public following the shock news.

The King has been receiving treatment for an undisclosed form of cancer since early February after he had an operation for an enlarged prostate at the London Clinic.

William is due to return to public duties after his children return to school following the Easter break.

For now, he will continue to balance supporting his wife and family, and maintaining his official duties as he has done since her operation in January. 

King Charles and Queen Camilla arrive to attend the Easter Matins Service at St. George's Chapel, Windsor Castle

The King and Queen wave as they arrive at St George's Chapel in Windsor 

Queen Camilla stood in for the King at the ancient Royal Maundy ceremony in Worcester earlier this week, marking the first time a consort has performed the duty on behalf of the monarch.

In an emotional video, just over a week ago, the Princess asked for privacy as she revealed she would be undergoing preventative chemotherapy. Shortly after, Kensington Palace confirmed that the Waleses would not be attending church on Easter Sunday. 

Following Kate's emotional video last Friday, the King said he was 'so proud' of the princess for her courage in speaking out, and is said to be in 'the closest contact with his beloved daughter-in-law'. 

For now, he will continue to balance supporting his wife and family, and maintaining his official duties as he has done since her operation in January. 

Queen Camilla stood in for the King at the ancient Royal Maundy ceremony in Worcester earlier this week, marking the first time a consort has performed the duty on behalf of the monarch.