The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, Prince William and Kate Middleton, made their first joint appearance at the annual Royal Variety Performance. The Royal Variety Performance has been on the British Royal Family’s event calendar since 1912 and takes place every year, either in London or in a theatre around the United Kingdom.
Kate Middleton made a stunning appearance at the 2014 Royal Variety Performance in a captivating black lace gown. Her elegance and grace dazzled the evening as she graced the event, and she even had a memorable encounter with pop sensation Harry Styles. Learn more about this iconic fashion moment and the royal’s charming interaction with the former One Direction star below.
It was a star-studded night full of musical performers. But as always the Future Princess of Wales and Queen stole the night with her elegant style. During the evening, Kate and William met with the performers. The guest list included Ellie Goulding, Ed Sheeran, One Direction and Bette Midler. Also present was comedian Jack Whitehall, who attended school with Kate and joked that his mother believes she’s the “one that got away.”
Among the stars were Harry Styles and his team who were waiting for the Royal greetings. Kate spent time talking to Harry Styles and his music. Harry congratulated The Future Queen on her pregnancy. Later on Harry talked about the meeting and said, “I said congratulations on the bump… she ‘didn’t look bumpy“.
Moving towards what Kate Middleton wore at her first-ever Royal Variety Performance attendance. The pregnant Duchess was looking gorgeous in a black DVF Zarita Gown.
The full-length £780 lace gown featured a fitted bodice and self-belted waist that opens into a sweeping fluted hem with three-quarter sheer lace sleeves, scalloped lace detail at the neckline and a v-shaped back.
Catherine paired the outfit with Kiki Lola Blue Topaz Hoop Earrings.
and her Magid Black Beaded Vintage Clutch
Another gorgeous picture of the Royals.