Happy birthday Princess Kate! And happy new-royal-portrait-day to the rest of us. In honor of Kate Middleton ’ s 43rd birthday on January 9, Prince William shared a new black-and-white portrait of the Princess of Wales on the couple’s official Instagram, with a sweet message in the caption.

The black and white image depicted Princess Kate sporting dark high-waisted jeans and a crisp white shirt layered beneath a black blazer. All eyes however, fell on the royal’s choice of accessory. Princess Kate wrapped up warm in a checked scarf featuring a large gingham print and playful tassel trims.

The Prince of Wales shared a new picture and described his wife as 'remarkable' in a touching birthday tribute on Instagram.

Kate completed her laid back look with her sapphire and diamond engagement ring. This piece of jewelry belonged to her late mother-in-law, Princess Diana. William’s post came as

New York Post Entertainment has all the latest news on the royal family, from Kate Middleton and Prince William to King Charles and Queen Camilla, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, and more. We have exclusive details on the Princess of Wales’ special celebrations for her 43rd birthday Thursday,

Princess Kate is celebrating her 43rd birthday today, and to mark the occasion, a new photo of the royal has been released by Prince William.