Kate Middleton Shows Off Her Shoulders in Her Best Gown Yet at the BAFTAs

Lauren Sharkey
<i>The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge gave the 2017 BAFTAs the royal treatment. (Photo: Getty Images)</i>
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge gave the 2017 BAFTAs the royal treatment. (Photo: Getty Images)

The Duchess of Cambridge’s attendance at the BAFTAs may have been up in the air but her appearance was well worth the wait.

The royal couple were the last to arrive at this year’s star-studded awards, opting for an intricate black gown by one of her favorite designers, Alexander McQueen.

The dress, which featured off-the-shoulder straps, was printed with floral bunches in a tiered design that also included elegant black ribboning.

<i>Kate chose a dark Alexander McQueen look for the awards ceremony. (Photo: Getty Images)</i>
Kate chose a dark Alexander McQueen look for the awards ceremony. (Photo: Getty Images)

She paired the look with simple black pumps and a matching satin clutch, also by McQueen.

<i>The Duchess of Cambridge’s makeup was traditional. (Photo: Getty Images)</i>
The Duchess of Cambridge’s makeup was traditional. (Photo: Getty Images)

Kate styled her hair in a bouffant updo with her make-up consisting of her usual black eyeliner and natural lips. The Duchess accessorized with some eye-catching chandelier earrings and a stunning diamond bracelet.

Meanwhile, the Duke was dressed in a traditional black tuxedo and velvet slip-ons.

According to BAFTA insiders, A-list guests have been warned not to take selfies with the royals and to behave respectfully at all times.

This is William’s first appearance at the ceremony in two years; one that will be greatly appreciated by the film academy as he fulfills his duty as president.

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