She has never had to look far for the love and support of strong women, and two of her greatest influences were by Princess Eugenie’s side as she prepared for one of the most important moments of her life.
Watching proudly as the royal mum of two delivered the keynote speech at the inaugural fundraising gala of her anti-slavery charity were her mother Sarah, Duchess of York and her big sister, Princess Beatrice.
But there was another adored female very much in her heart and thoughts – her “granny”, Queen Elizabeth II.
As well as from Sarah and Beatrice, the 33-year-old Princess tells HELLO! in our exclusive interview that she has taken inspiration from her royal grandmother’s devotion to duty.
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“My mum, very much from a young age, involved us in her organisation and mission,” she says. “She’s been working with Teenage Cancer Trust