Princess Estelle of Sweden celebrated her 13th birthday on Sunday, February 23, with the release of two charming new portraits. Born on February 23, 2012, in Solna, Stockholm, Princess Estelle is the daughter of Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel, positioning her as second in line to the Swedish throne. The portraits, shared by her parents on their Instagram account, capture the young royal in heartwarming moments.
One of the portraits features Princess Estelle standing gracefully before a bouquet of flowers, exuding both poise and elegance. The other shows a tender moment with her younger brother, Prince Julian, planting a kiss on her head, highlighting the close bond within the royal family. These portraits were expertly captured by photographer Kate Gabor.
Princess Estelle was born at Drottningholm Palace and is expected to ascend to the Swedish throne following her mother. She shares her life with her siblings, Prince Oscar and Prince Julian, in a family described affectionately by Prince Carl Philip and Princess Sofia as a "perfect little quartet."
"It turned out to be a perfect little quartet," – Carl Philip and Sofia
The celebration of Princess Estelle's birthday saw an outpouring of well-wishes from royal fans across social media. The Swedish royal family's social media team extended their greetings with a heartfelt message:
"Happy 13th birthday, Princess Estelle!" – The Swedish royal family's social media team
Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel, who tied the knot on June 19, 2010, at Stockholm Cathedral, continue to share glimpses of their family life with the public. Their decision to release these portraits provides an intimate look at Princess Estelle's journey as she grows into her role within the royal family.
