The Carter-Knowles Family Album

Beyonce Knowles and Blue Ivy in Italy 2015

(Image credit: Beyonce Knowles)

Beyonce & Jay Z's family photos are beyond adorable - we just can't get enough of an intimate inside peek at hip hop's greatest power couple.

As Beyoncé Knowles shares pictures from her trip to Italy with husband Jay-Z and daughter Blue Ivy, we treat you a look back over the Carter-Knowles family album.

Warning: This might well be one of the cutest things you have ever seen.

Beyoncé and Jay Z were once known as one of music's most private couples - at one time refusing to even confirm they had got married - but with the birth of gorgeous Blue Ivy, the proud parents have been more than happy to step into the limelight and share more of their family life with their fans.

From performing at sell-out concerts together to fooling around at home, it's packed with some seriously sweet snaps. The Carter-Knowles clan are now even happy to keep fans up to date with their lives when they've jetted off somewhere in the world.

Whether they're soaking up the sun in an exotic location during a break from touring or sight-seeing in Europe, it's clear the family love to spend time together.

Our favourite pictures include Beyoncé tucking into a giant slice of pizza before she admirers the beautiful blooms with her little girl in the scenic Italian countryside.

We also love the shot of Jay Z lifting Blue Ivy high above his head as they play beside the ocean on another glamorous vacation.

One thing that will quickly become very obvious is that proud parents Beyoncé and Jay Z really dote on their daughter. The superstar couple always have bright smiles on their faces whenever Blue Ivy is near.

And just like her award-winning mum and dad, she's already pro when it comes to posing for the camera. She's even got a A-list pout to rival Beyoncé's.

Beyonce and Blue Ivy

So, let's remember at some of the best Carter-Knowles family snaps, with these adorable moments...

Beyonce and Blue Ivy

So, let's remember at some of the best Carter-Knowles family snaps, with these adorable moments...

Beyonce & Jay-Z

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Beyonce & Jay-Z

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Now check out Beyoncé, Jay-Z and baby Blue Ivy's adorable family photo album. Just. So. Cute.

THE CARTER-KNOWLES FAMILY ALBUM

Beyonce & Jay-Z

Beyoncé Tumblr Photo Album

Beyonce & Jay-Z

Beyoncé Tumblr Photo Album

Beyonce & Jay-Z

Beyoncé Tumblr Photo Album

Beyonce & Jay-Z

Beyoncé Tumblr Photo Album

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Beyonce & Jay-Z

Beyoncé Tumblr Photo Album

Beyonce & Jay-Z

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With songs like Single Ladies and Run The World (Girls), Beyonce is all about the female empowerment. Her beauty, talent and humility make her a woman to inspire to be like. She once said: 'I think a beautiful woman is someone who is confident but not competitive with other women - someone who is warm to everyone. Because my mother told me ever since I can remember that beauty is from within, that looks will fade, I have always been aware that you have to have something deeper to be really beautiful.' We couldn't agree more!

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Beyonce and Blue Ivy

Now look back at more pictures of Beyonce, Jay-Z and baby Blue Ivy in the adorable Carter-Knowles family album...

PICS: THE CARTER-KNOWLES FAMILY ALBUM

BEYONCE & JAY-Z: RELATIONSHIP IN PICS

Beyonce out with husband Jay-Z in New York

Beyonce and Jay-Z

Blue Ivy

Beyoncé Tumblr Photo Album

Just how adorable? Beyoncé and one-year-old Blue Ivy spend some time dancing in the sand in between takes during a photoshoot in the Bahamas.

Beyonce & Jay Z Personal Photo Album

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Beyonce & Jay Z Personal Photo Album

Blue Ivy Rocks A Personalised Jacket

Beyonce And Jay-Z Get Close On Holiday In Jamaica

Beyonce And Solange Knowles Hit Jamaica On A Family Holiday

Beyonce And Blue Ivy Play Around With Hats

Beyoncé And Solange Knowles' Son, Daniel

Beyonc&eacute; And Solange Knowles' Son, Daniel — Beyoncé And Solange Knowles' Son, Daniel

Beyoncé partied hard with her nephew Daniel, the son of Solange, at her mum's 60th birthday bash earlier this year.

Blue Ivy At Michelle Obama's 50th Birthday

Not many two-year-olds get invited to Michelle Obama's 50th, but then not many two-year-olds have Jay-Z and Beyoncé for parents. Most adorable photo ever.

Beyoncé And Blue Ivy In Front Of A Christmas Tree

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Beyoncé and Blue Ivy share a very sweet mother-daughter moment in front of the incredible White House Christmas tree, whilst there for Michelle Obama's 50th birthday.

Jay Z, Beyoncé And Blue Ivy Dressed Up For Michelle Obama's 50th

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Blue Ivy is possibly the cutest two-year-old ever as she accompanies her parents to Michelle Obama's big 50th birthday bash at the White House.

Beyoncé And Jay Z Performing At The Grammys 2014

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Beyoncé and Jay-Z literally owned the stage at the Grammys 2014. We can't stop staring at them.

Beyoncé And Jay Z At The Grammys 2014

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Jay-Z shared this adorable snap of him and Beyoncé owning the Grammys stage for 2014. Best power couple, ever.

Beyoncé And Blue Ivy Take A Walk

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Beyoncé and Blue Ivy take a cute little stroll backstage through the corridors together. We're loving Blue's tartan skirt.

Blue Ivy Entertains Jay Z

Blue Ivy's got dad Jay Z and his friend smitten as the two flash her huge grins. The little lady's going to be a heartbreaker no doubt.

Beyoncé And Blue Ivy Play Dress Up

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Beyoncé and Blue Ivy have a mummy-daughter play-date, indulging in some girl time at home.

Beyoncé Gets A Pick Me Up From Jay Z

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Jay Z shows his wife Beyoncé some affection with a little game of 'pick up the popstar'. Your turn next, yes Jay?

Beyonce & Jay Z

So Beyonce and Jay Z have jetted off another un-believable looking holiday, but who can blame the hardest working couple in hip hop for grabbing a little romantic TLC time.

Blue Ivy & Jay Z

We can't quite get over how cute Blue Ivy is - and her dad's obvious adoration? Priceless.

Beyonce & Jay Z

We can only dream over what it's like to be Beyonce, but lounging around in silk underwear in a chandelier-clad dressing room? Now that's our idea of heaven.

Jay Z, Blue Ivy & Beyonce

Jay Z, Blue Ivy &amp; Beyonce — Jay Z, Blue Ivy and Beyonce cycling

Forget glitz and glamour, the Carter-Knowles clan know just how to unwind without a stage or microphone in sight. Our favourite famous threesome went back to simple pleasures, hiring bikes for a family day out in the city.

Beyonce & Blue Ivy

Beyonce &amp; Blue Ivy — Jay Z and Beyonce in Paris

Embracing the rain, Bey and her beautiful baby girl strike a powerful pose in the floodlit water to create this super-cool family snap.

Beyonce & Blue Ivy

Snuggled up in warm hats and hoods, Beyonce and Blue Ivy take in the safari-worthy sights on a sunny day trip to the zoo.

Beyonce & Blue Ivy

Blue Ivy gets a gorgeous little lady makeover as Queen Bey dresses her tiny tot in a Parisian style outfit for a day out in the French capital.

Jay Z & Beyonce

Jay Z &amp; Beyonce — Jay Z and Beyonce in Paris

Jay Z and Beyonce pose for a cool picture in front of the famous glass pyramid at the Louvre Museum in Paris. A-listers love to play tourists too, you know...

Beyonce and Jay Z

There is only way to enjoy the basketball if you're Beyonce and Jay Z - that is, wearing an oversized gold medallion around your neck or sucking on a lolipop in-between sips of champagne.

Jay Z and Blue Ivy play among the palm trees

Talk about idyllic. Jay Z and daughter Blue Ivy take time away from the spotlight to frolic among the tropical trees.

Blue Ivy and Beyonce hang out on holiday

Beyonce and her daughter sit in their swimmers together playing games on the grass. Bey doesn't look a day over 25 - how does she do it?

Beyonce and Jay Z make for an edgy duo

What happens when the Queen of divas and King of hip-hop get hitched? This. Seriously cool fashion combos and monochrome photography.

Beyonce tries her hand at pitch and put

Beyonce looks good wearing anything, doing anything. Yes, even playing golf...

Beyonce and Blue Ivy take a beach stroll

If you haven't already booked your summer holiday, this should push you over the edge because Beyonce and Blue Ivy's serene sandy stroll looks like paradise.

Jay Z and Beyonce share a gorgeous moment — Carter Knowles Family Album

Could Jay Z and Beyonce be more crazy in love?

Blue Ivy and Jay-Z share a tender moment — The Carter Knowles Family Album

Beyonce plants a kiss on the mouth of her gorgeous daughter as the two celebrate Easter together.

Beyonce rocks bunny ears for Easter

Beyonce shows us just how to do fancy dress, A-list style, with a chic pair of bejewelled bunny ears over Easter.

Beyonce indulges in a fried treat

Oh Beyonce, not only do you have a body to die for, but you still manage to nibble on some tasty fried chicken every now and then. What a woman!

Blue Ivy holds hands with the Easter Bunny

Blue Ivy got a sweet visit from the Easter Bunny over the bank holiday weekend. We're really hoping that's Jay-Z in there...

Blue Ivy and Jay-Z take a walk by the pool

Daddy and daughter walk hand in hand as they take a sunny stroll around a glistening swimming pool on holiday. Bliss.

Blue Ivy plays dress up

Blue Ivy dons a gorgeous sun hat and pink smock as she plays in the sunshine.

Beyonce & Solange

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Beyonce and Solange present a united front in the face of controversy over a Jay Z and Solange fight. It seems like there's no splitting us these sisters.

Beyonce & Jay Z

Jay Z pulls a cheeky face as he joins Beyonce's mum and sister for a cheesy family photo.

Jay Z

Beyonce and Jay Z enjoyed a precious family dinner over the weekend, with Jay Z taking some time to bond with Solange's son and her boyfriend Alan Ferguson.

Beyonce & Jay-Z

Beyonce & Jay Z

Beyonce, Jay-Z and Blue Ivy

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Beyonce Knowles and Blue Ivy

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