The stars are out for the 71st BAFTAs, with the English Royal Family amongst the glamorous crowd.
While the red carpet was once again a chic sea of black in line with the #MeToo and Time’s Up campaign, Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton, stood out in a flowy deep green dress by Jenny Packham.
Via Rex Features
The stunning dress perfectly suited Kate’s glowing complexion and showed off her baby bump – of which, we predict to be a baby boy.
Although she looked fabulous (and Prince William looked pretty dapper too), the choice in colour has attracted some critics who believe she should be showing her support for the movement. Some took to Twitter to express their disappointment:
I feel properly let down (didn't know I cared this much). They might be "modern royals" etc etc but this just shows how much hasn't actually changed. #BAFTAs2018
— rachelmcgrath.bsky.social (@RachelMcGrath) February 18, 2018
https://twitter.com/dianelyssa/status/965303524363063298
However, far from not wanting to join the movement, the decision to not wear black had more to do with staying in line with Royal protocol. It is against the Family rules to make a political statement, especially as they try to distance themselves from controversy.
Despite this, Kate did manage to sneak in a bit of black with a sash wrapped around her waist, winning favour from others who were less critical of her choice.
Personally, I think the #DuchessofCambridge made the right decision. She wore a dark color but not black. She didn’t wear red or hot pink. She blended without overtly making what could be perceived as a political statement. #BAFTAs pic.twitter.com/ptg0OiZ2kA
— Duchess of Pemberley (@World_Royalty) February 18, 2018
In other BAFTAs news, Domestic Violence activist group, Sisters Uncut, barged onto the red carpet and laid down with their arms interlinked to protest British Prime Minister Teresa May’s new domestic violence bill.
Stay tuned for more BAFTAs news.
So…this happened today at the #EEBAFTAs ! Looks like it’s a protest against Theresa May! It happened so quick!! pic.twitter.com/yQVwtUtBPT
— Iz (@003_zi) February 18, 2018
