On the evening of Sunday, the BAFTAs red carpet witnessed the debut of the Prince and Princess of Wales - Kate Middleton and Prince William. Kate made a stunning appearance in a white one-shouldered Alexander McQueen gown, which she had previously worn to the BAFTA Awards in 2019, alongside Prince William, who has been the president of the organization since 2010. This time, she accessorized the gown with black evening gloves and statement gold earrings, giving the outfit an updated and elegant look.
Kate Middleton has been using red carpet events as a platform to promote sustainability in recent years. In 2020, she donned the same white and gold Alexander McQueen dress that she had worn to a 2012 state dinner in Malaysia. Similarly, in December 2022, she attended the Earthshot Prize ceremony in a bright green dress that she rented from an online platform, showcasing her commitment to sustainable fashion.
Kate and William have been regular attendees on the BAFTAs red carpet since their 2011 wedding. William has been serving as the president of BAFTA since 2010, and the couple attends the event together most years. However, due to the pandemic, the event was held virtually in 2021, and in 2022, William delivered remarks virtually while the couple could not attend due to "diary conflicts." Hence, their return to the event in 2023 was highly anticipated.
In conclusion, Kate Middleton's first appearance on the BAFTAs red carpet as the Princess of Wales was a memorable and stylish one. Her commitment to sustainable fashion and her presence alongside Prince William, the president of BAFTA, made this event a highlight of the year.