The Belgian noble and Provincial Councillor of Hainaut, Count Philippe de Lannoy, who was the father of Princess Stéphanie, the Hereditary Grand Duchess of Luxembourg, died at the age of 96 on 10th January, 2019

Queen Mathilde of Belgium donned a smart black coat and dress for the royal farewell - and opted to finish the look with a bold silver statement necklace. Above, pictured with Prince de Ligne

Queen Mathilde of Belgium, wrapped up in a smart black coat, teamed with a black dress and patent heels, carried a patent clutch in her left hand, and finished her outfit off with a bold silver statement necklace and matching earrings. She was greeted by Prince De Ligne (left) as she arrived at the service - which was attended by the Luxembourg royals

During the sombre service, loved ones of Count Philippe de Lannoy carried his coffin through the streets of Belgium

Prince Louis also attended the funeral of Count Philippe de Lannoy, who died on 10th January 2019 at the age of 96, with his sister Princess Alexandra

Grand Duke Henri Luxembourg on left, a first cousin to King Philippe of Belgium, was dressed for the occasion in a smart tailored jacket and pin-striped trousers as he arrived four the funeral with son Prince Louis (2nd row left) and daughter Princess Alexandra of Luxembourg

Queen Mathilde of Belgium attended the funeral of Count Philippe de Lannoy which was held at Frasnes-Lez-Anvaing earlier today, 16th January. She was greeted by Prince de Ligne of Belgium with a kiss on her hand as she arrived for the proceedings

The coffin was marched through the cobbled streets of Belgium as the Luxembourg royals made their way to Frasnes-Lez-Anvaing, whic his located in the Belgian province of Hainaut

Hereditary Grand Duchess Stephanie of Luxembourg pictured during the funeral service for her father at Frasnes-Lez-Anvaing

Prince Guillaume, Hereditary Grand Duke of Luxembourg and Stéphanie, Hereditary Grand Duchess of Luxembourg interlinked arms as they headed into the funeral  ceremony earlier today - January, 16, 2019

There was great sadness as Luxembourg royals gathered for the service. Above, Prince Louis and his sister Princess Alexandra of Luxembourg both pictured in attendance

Princess Sibilla of Luxembourg, the wife of Prince Guillaume of Luxembourg, donned a black hat, coat and pearl necklace as she attended the sombre service

(front row L-R) Archduchess Marie Astrid of Austria, guest, her brother Henri, Grand Duke of Luxembourgher,  sister-in-law Princess Sibilla of Luxembourg, her youngest brother Prince Guillaume of Luxembourg and nephew Prince Louis of Luxembourg, attended the funeral for Count Philippe de Lannoy in Hainaut, Belgium on January 16, 2019

Prince Guillaume, Hereditary Grand Duke of Luxembourg and Princess Stephanie, Hereditary Grand Duchess of Luxembourg walk together arm in arm during the funeral service for Count Philippe de Lannoy in Hainaut, Belgium on January 16, 2019

Queen Mathilde of Belgium cuts a sombre figure in a smart black coat, teamed with a black dress and patent heels, carried a patent clutch, and finished her outfit off with a bold silver statement necklace and matching earrings, as she attends the funeral service of the late Count Philippe de Lannoy, the father of Princess Stéphanie alongside the grand ducal family

Loved ones of Count Philippe de Lannoy carried his coffin during the funeral service at Frasnes-Lez-Anvaing, Wednesday 16 January 2019. The Count died at the age of 96, he was the father of Hereditary Grand Duchess of Luxembourg, born Countess de Lannoy.

Loved ones of Count Philippe de Lannoy carried his coffin during the funeral service at Frasnes-Lez-Anvaing, Wednesday 16 January 2019. The Count died at the age of 96, he was the father of Hereditary Grand Duchess of Luxembourg, born Countess de Lannoy.

Hereditary Grand Duke Guillaume and Hereditary Grand Duchess Stephanie of Luxembourg pictured during the funeral service for Count Philippe de Lannoy, at Frasnes-Lez-Anvaing, Wednesday 16 January 2019.

Hereditary Grand Duke Guillaume and Hereditary Grand Duchess Stephanie of Luxembourg pictured during the funeral service for Count Philippe de Lannoy, at Frasnes-Lez-Anvaing, Wednesday 16 January 2019.

Hereditary Grand Duke Guillaume and Hereditary Grand Duchess Stephanie of Luxembourg pictured during the funeral service for Count Philippe de Lannoy, at Frasnes-Lez-Anvaing, Wednesday 16 January 2019.

Grand Duke Henri of Luxembourg attends the funeral service for Count Philippe de Lannoy, at Frasnes-Lez-Anvaing, Wednesday 16 January 2019 along with his son Prince Louis and daughter Princess Alexandra

Prince Guillaume of Luxembourg and wife Princess Sibilla at the funeral service for Count Philippe de Lannoy, at Frasnes-Lez-Anvaing, Wednesday 16 January 2019.

Prince de Ligne of Belgium attended the funeral for Count Philippe de Lannoy in Hainaut, Belgium on January 16, 2019

Henri, Grand Duke of Luxembourg attended the funeral for Count Philippe de Lannoy in Hainaut, Belgium on January 16, 2019

Prince Guillaume of Luxembourg attended the funeral for Count Philippe de Lannoy in Hainaut, Belgium on January 16, 2019

Hereditary Grand Duchess Stephanie of Luxembourg pictured after the funeral service of her father Count Philippe de Lannoy, at Frasnes-Lez-Anvaing, Wednesday 16 January 2019.

Hereditary Grand Duke Guillaume and Hereditary Grand Duchess Stephanie of Luxembourg pictured after the funeral service for Count Philippe de Lannoy, at Frasnes-Lez-Anvaing, Wednesday 16 January 2019.

Hereditary Grand Duke Guillaume and Hereditary Grand Duchess Stephanie of Luxembourg pictured after the funeral service for Count Philippe de Lannoy, at Frasnes-Lez-Anvaing, Wednesday 16 January 2019.

Hereditary Grand Duke Guillaume and Hereditary Grand Duchess Stephanie of Luxembourg pictured after the funeral service for Count Philippe de Lannoy, at Frasnes-Lez-Anvaing, Wednesday 16 January 2019.

Hereditary Grand Duke Guillaume and Hereditary Grand Duchess Stephanie of Luxembourg pictured after the funeral service for Count Philippe de Lannoy, at Frasnes-Lez-Anvaing, Wednesday 16 January 2019.

(front R) Grand Duke Henri with son Prince Louis (Back) of Luxembourg and daughter Princess Alexandra back-left) pictured after the funeral service for Count Philippe de Lannoy, at Frasnes-Lez-Anvaing, Wednesday 16 January 2019.

(front R) Grand Duke Henri with son Prince Louis (Back) of Luxembourg and daughter Princess Alexandra back-left) pictured after the funeral service for Count Philippe de Lannoy, at Frasnes-Lez-Anvaing, Wednesday 16 January 2019.

Queen Mathilde and King Philippe of Belgium's new portraits have been released to mark Koningsdag, or the King's Feast at the Royal Palace of Brussels on November 15, 2018

Queen Mathilde of Belgium wore an incredible Armani Prive bespoke pink taffeta silk dress, featuring a flowing skirt, flattering Bardot cut and ruched detail. She finished off her look with the twinkling jewels and an opulent the Nine Provinces Tiara as she posed for official portraits at the Royal Palace of Brussels.

Belgium's Queen Mathilde wore a glamorous pink off-the-shoulder gown  by Armani Prive, teamed the stunning taffeta dress with a pair of dazzling diamond earrings, topped off with the Nine Provinces tiara in a new portrait with husband King Phillippe who looked dapper in his military uniform with a purple sash taken at the Royal Palace of Brussels

King Phillippe of Belgium looked dapper in his military uniform, which he wore with a purple sash. The portraits have been released to mark Koningsdag or the King's Feast

Queen Mathilde of Belgium looked the epitome of elegance in a glamorous off-the-shoulder Armani Prive bespoke pink taffeta silk gown as she posed for official portraits with her husband King Phillippe of Belgium who looked dapper in his military uniform to mark Koningsdag or the King's Feast, taken at the Royal Palace of Brussels.

Queen Mathilde of Belgium was visiting the Educative Center For Children to mark its 50th birthday in Brussels, Belgium on September 18, 2018

Queen Mathilde of Belgium was seen helping the children complete a jigsaw puzzle during her visit to the Centre La Famille in the capital

Queen Mathilde of Belgium was seen chatting to one of the youngsters as she was given a tour of the Centre la Famille, which is celebrating its 50th birthday

Belgian Queen Mathilde was presented with a bouquet of flowers as she arrived at the school, which offers an integrated form of education and therapy for children with disabilities

Queen Mathilde of Belgium is back conducting royal engagements after dropping off her eldest daughter at her new boarding school in Wales last month

Queen Mathilde of Mathilde was greeted by children waving Belgian flag as she arrived at the school and day center in the Belgian capital

Queen Mathilde of Belgium, who opted for a printed silk scarf for the visit, waved at well-wishers as she arrived at the school in Brussels

Queen Mathilde of Belgium sat in on classes during her visit at the Centre La Famille in the capital

Queen Mathilde of Belgium opting for a unique blouse from Dries Van Noten, from the label's Spring/Summer 2018 collection. She accessorized the stylish look with a printed silk scarf, and a pair of gold statement earrings, as she visited the Centre La Famille in the capital.

Queen Mathilde of Belgium looked relaxed as she met with children and members of staff at the school and day center.

Queen Mathilde of Belgium looked in high spirits as she took part in activities with the children during the tour of the school

Queen Mathilde of Belgium attends the 50 anniversary of La Famille, an education center for disabled children on September 18, 2018, in Brussels, Belgium.

Queen Mathilde of Belgium looks elegant in a tunic top and printed silk scarf as she visits a school for children with disabilities in Brussels

Queen Mathilde of Belgium opted for a printed tunic top from Dries Van Noten, she paired with tailored trousers accessorized the stylish look with a printed silk scarf, and a pair of gold statement earrings, as she visited the Centre La Famille in the capital.

Queen Mathilde of Belgium looked typically elegant as she visited a school in Brussels

Queen Mathilde of Belgium attends the 50th anniversary of La Famille, an education center for disabled children on September 18, 2018. in Brussels, Belgium.

Queen Mathilde of Belgium attends the 50th anniversary of La Famille, an education center for disabled children on September 18, 2018, in Brussels, Belgium.

Queen Mathilde of Belgium attends the 50th anniversary of La Famille 2018, an education center for disabled children in Brussels, Belgium.

Queen Mathilde of Belgium, bag detail, during the 50th anniversary of La Famille 2018, an education center for disabled children in Brussels, Belgium.

Queen Mathilde of Belgium paid a visit to the Centre La Famille in Brussels to celebrate its 50th birthday on September 18, 2018

Queen Mathilde of Belgium kept it sophisticated while visiting a local school in Brussels

Queen Mathilde of Belgium attends the 50th anniversary of La Famille, an education center for disabled children on September 18, 2018, in Brussels, Belgium.

Queen Mathilde of Belgium opted for a printed tunic top from Dries Van Noten, she paired with tailored trousers accessorized the stylish look with a printed silk scarf, and a pair of gold statement earrings, as she visited the Centre La Famille in the capital.

Queen Mathilde looks elegant in a tunic top and printed silk scarf as she visits a school for children with disabilities in Brussels

 Queen Mathilde of Belgium attends the 50th anniversary of La Famille, an education center for disabled children on September 18, 2018 in Brussels, Belgium.