Prince William Dressed Like a Disney Prince Again, Complete With Cape

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Today, Prince William, Kate Middleton, and the Queen (the latter woefully not neon-clad this time, but no matter) attended the annual Order of The Garter Service at St. George's Chapel in Windsor, England. And for the occasion, Wills chose to forgo his typical yoga khakis and top hats, instead dressing in a blue velvet cape (yes, a cape!) festooned with a golden badge and finished off with a dramatic ostrich-plumed hat. If this seems like a somewhat flamboyant choice for a daytime affair, consider that it’s actually the official uniform for all Knights of the Garter (Wills himself was knighted back in 2008).

More, importantly, however, it looks quite similar to the caped getup Prince Phillip wears in Sleeping Beauty! Please observe:

Of course, this isn't the first time Wills has cosplayed a Disney prince. Who could forget his very "charming" look from the royal wedding in 2011?

Photo: BBCAmerica.com

What a guy.