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Fans Say Kate Middleton Looks Like 'A Real-Life Princess' In A Pleated Gucci Gown At The 2026 BAFTAs: 'Real Royalty With Class'

February 23, 2026 by Maria Pierides
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Kate Middleton delighted fans when she made a long-awaited appearance at the BAFTAs at London’s Royal Festival Hall on Sunday, February 22nd – her first time at the glittering awards show in three years!

As expected, the Princess of Wales, 44, turned heads the moment she stepped onto the red carpet, choosing to re-wear a dress she previously debuted in 2019 at the 100 Women in Finance gala dinner.

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Kate Middleton Is A Vision In A Soft Pink Gucci Gown At The BAFTAs

For her triumphant return to the BAFTAS – also attended by the likes of Leonardo DiCaprio, Kate Hudson, Timothée Chalamet, Emma Stone, and more – the Princess of Wales stole the show in a striking soft pink pleated Gucci gown.

The mom-of-three accessorized with a burgundy Prada 'Raso' clutch to complement the color of the waist-cinching velvet belt on the dress, and platinum Oscar de la Renta 'Cabrina' Lamé heels.

For jewelry, she opted for exquisite heirloom pieces, including Queen Mary's Art Deco choker bracelet and Queen Elizabeth II's Cartier diamond chandelier earrings, which peeked through her glamorous, side-parted curls.

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Fan Comments

The internet unsurprisingly erupted with praise for the princess, as well as for the Prince of Wales, who looked dapper in a complementary velvet suit.

"She looks stunning! Love the flowing curls and the dress! Wow!" exclaimed one approving fan on Instagram. "Both look stunning in matching velvet," echoed a second. "How beautiful is Princess Catherine of Wales?" asked a third, in agreement.

"She is definitely a real-life princess," gushed a fourth, followed by the red heart emoji. "Now this is a Princess. She is the moment! Absolutely stunning," raved a fifth, followed by two fire emojis.

"Take a good look everyone: this is what royalty looks like!" declared a sixth, as a seventh chimed in: "Real royalty with class." "Perfection," praised an eighth, followed by the red heart emoji, as a ninth called her an "authentic beauty," followed by the red heart emoji.

Author:

Senior Celebrity Writer

Maria has spent the last decade writing about entertainment, fashion, and lifestyle for online and print publications all around the globe – including InStyle, OK!, and The Mirror. At SheFinds, Maria covers breaking celebrity news, red carpet looks, celebrity transformations, A-list couples, and has a watchful eye on celebrity social media accounts. You can reach her at contactmariapierides@gmail.com

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