Every year, The Royal Variety Performance is a highlight in the cultural calendar, promising red carpet appearances from the Prince and Princess of Wales in gorgeous evening wear as they drink in the delights of performances which this year included Westlife, Jessie J (who had a sweet moment on the red carpet with Kate) and Icelandic pop sensation Laufey.

All eyes were on the royal couple as they step onto the red carpet and this year, Princess Kate looked incredible in a green velvet dress by German designer Talbot Runhof. Figure skimming with off-the-shoulder detail, the dress was soft yet elegant, and with this cold snap we're having, thanks to the gown's sumptuous fabric, hopefully Kate wasn't too chilly either.

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