The Prince and Princess of Wales delighted royal fans on Wednesday night with their new photographs.

Prince William and Princess Kate have sparked a right royal frenzy tonight after they shared a new portrait of themselves ahead of the glittering state banquet at Windsor Castle in honour of US President Donald Trump. Kensington Palace took to its social media today to post a stunning new portrait of the royal couple as they prepared to attend a state banquet in honour of President Trump, as well as a behind-the-scenes snap of their departure.

Princess Kate looked dazzling in a couture gown by British designer Phillipa Lepley with a full-length, hand-embroidered gold Chantilly lace evening coat over a silk crepe gown, in line with her commitment to supporting British designers. She also sported her beloved Lover’s Knot tiara and earrings by the late Queen. Royal fans could not contain their excitement over the new pictures and took to social media to express their jubilation.

Kensington Palace shared a new picture of the Wales couple (Image: Kensington Palace)

The Prince and Princess of Wales ahead of the state banquet (Image: Matt Porteous)

A user wrote on Instagram: “Holy WOW [fire emojis] they look unbelievably gorgeous! And Catherine, she is ‘THE MOMENT!’ Like holy h*** she looks stunning.”

Another user chimed: “Omg I’m at lost for words. they both look so beautiful, but Princess Catherine, omg so beautiful, the dress omg so beautiful the tiara everything.”

A third one said: “Princess Kate represents the essence of grace and refinement.”

A fourth one said: “Kate and William really nailed it at this state dinner. Both of the king’s sons wear formalwear so well and so effortlessly, and this gown was perfect on Kate.”

Princess Kate’s gown was designed by Phillipa Lepley (Image: Getty)

A sixth one said: “They both look incredible! The one good thing we have looking forward out of the mess in the UK at the moment is The Monarchy!”

Kate was even praised by Mr Trump during his speech at the state banquet, saying that she is looking so “so radiant and so healthy”.

The US President said: “”His Majesty has also raised a remarkable son in His Royal Highness, the Prince of Wales. Really amazing. We’ve gotten to know you and I think you’re going to have an unbelievable success in future. Melania and I are delighted to visit again with Prince William and to see Her Royal Highness, Princess Catherine, so radiant and so healthy; it’s so beautiful. It’s really a great honour, thank you.”