Prince William is "stepping back" from Prince George in public settings as the young royal grows more comfortable in public settings, an expert has claimed.
The Prince of Wales arrived at Princess Kate's Together at Christmas carol service alongside their three children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis, with the young royals coordinated in matching colours for the occasion.
Kate greeted her children outside the historic venue before the concert commenced, with the trio enthusiastically waving to crowds gathered nearby.
The excitement displayed by the Wales children demonstrated their growing comfort with public appearances at the annual event.
Prince George is growing in confidence during public events according royal experts
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Body language expert Judi James revealed that this year's service showcased notable shifts in family dynamics as the children continue to mature.
According to Ms James, the evolving power dynamics within the family were particularly evident in how William interacted with his eldest son during the service.
"William and George are in choreographic lock-step as always, although William seems to be gently stepping back to allow George to take the lead more, rather than just sticking close to his father and copying him," she explained.
The expert noted that George has previously appeared somewhat reserved at public engagements, suggesting William's approach involves gradually removing the "stabilisers" to build his son's authentic confidence.
Rather than positioning George at the front through encouragement, the Prince of Wales appears to be deliberately hanging back, allowing the future king to develop natural assurance in his public role.
Ms James observed that William and his two sons now form a distinctive trio with mirrored styling and matching non-verbal behaviour.
Prince George matched his parents with his outfit at Westminster Abbey
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The seven-year-old prince, known for his playful antics at previous royal occasions, displayed a noticeable shift towards more restrained conduct during this year's service.
Ms James noted that while Louis occasionally appeared occupied and somewhat distracted, there were clear indications of his desire to emulate his father and older brother in their more composed demeanour.
"He seems to be making an effort to keep up with his brother and when the group leaves the service he is suddenly walking way ahead, still clutching his candle," the body language expert observed.
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The youngest Wales son's eagerness to be included in what James described as a "more grown-up looking trio" suggests a developing awareness of his role within the family unit at formal engagements.
In contrast to the composed expressions worn by William and his sons throughout the service, Princess Charlotte reflected her mother's evident joy at the occasion.
Ms James highlighted the princess's reaction upon seeing Kate emerge to greet the children as particularly telling of their relationship.
Judi James noted the body language of all three of the Wales' children
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"Charlotte's expression of open delight as she sees her mother walking out to greet them is another illustration of the very close bonds between the pair," she said to the Mirror.
The expert noted that Kate reciprocated her daughter's beaming smile, and as the family proceeded in formation, Charlotte remained physically close to her mother, with Kate's hand resting affectionately on her back.
She suggested that while George is being prepared for his future duties as heir, Charlotte will likely preserve the family's playful spirit, following in her mother's footsteps.