
The Prince and Princess of Wales at the Royal Albert Hall for the Royal Variety Show
From Paddington Bear moments to the princess's standout green velvet gown, the 2025 Royal Variety Performance was another unforgettable night for the royal couple.
The Prince and Princess of Wales stepped out in style for the Royal Variety Performance at Royal Albert Hall on November 19, 2025, in London, England — and the cameras were ready.

The Princess and Prince of Wales arriving at the Royal Variety Performance at Royal Albert Hall on November 19, 2025, in London, England. | Source: Getty Images
His Royal Highness looked sharp in a black tuxedo with a velvet jacket, while Her Royal Highness turned heads in a deep green velvet gown by Talbot Runhof.

William, Prince of Wales, and Catherine, Princess of Wales, during the Royal Variety Performance at Royal Albert Hall on November 19, 2025, in London, England. | Source: Getty Images
The off-the-shoulder silhouette and floor-length design gave her look timeless glamour, which she paired with Manolo Blahnik heels, a Jenny Packham clutch, and Greville diamond chandelier earrings, which Queen Elizabeth wore throughout her reign.

A close-up of the accessories Catherine, Princess of Wales, wore to the Royal Variety Performance at Royal Albert Hall on November 19, 2025, in London, England. | Source: Getty Images
With her signature loose curls and a polished glow, she looked nothing short of regal. The royal couple's arrival on the red carpet was met with widespread media attention, with photos and footage capturing every elegant step.

Catherine, Princess of Wales, and William, Prince of Wales, arriving at the Royal Variety Performance at Royal Albert Hall on November 19, 2025, in London, England. | Source: Getty Images
Inside the venue, the Princess of Wales shared a heart-warming moment with a pair of young twin girls. During their chat, she revealed that Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis were "very sad" to have missed out on meeting a certain furry friend. She smiled and joked:
"We're going to have to keep it a big secret that I saw you guys. They were very sad not to be joining us."

Catherine, Princess of Wales, meeting twins Emelia and Olivia Edwards at the Royal Variety Performance on November 19, 2025, in London, England. | Source: Getty Images
Paddington Bear, naturally, was the star she was referring to — and yes, he was in attendance. The royal couple also met with an array of notable guests from Sir Stephen Fry to Paddington himself, all part of a night celebrating the best in British entertainment.

William, Prince of Wales, and Catherine, Princess of Wales, during the Royal Variety Performance on November 19, 2025, in London, England. | Source: Getty Images
On November 20, 2025, the royal couple shared a video montage of their evening on their official Instagram account, writing, "A magical night at the Royal Variety Performance! ✨"
"Grateful to all the incredible talent on stage and the dedicated teams behind the scenes for creating such a brilliant evening. A powerful reminder of why supporting the arts matters is so important!" the caption continued.
The post quickly caught fire, with royal watchers, fans, and fashion enthusiasts alike taking to the comments. One commenter wrote, "The Prince and Princess of Wales....Absolutely beautiful and stunning. 🙏👑👸👑🌹🌹👏👏👏💚💚💚💚" while another said, "Absolutely flawless! Showing the world what royalty is."

The Princess and Prince of Wales at the Royal Variety Performance at Royal Albert Hall on November 19, 2025, in London, England. | Source: Getty Images
Several fans zeroed in on The Princess of Wales' gown, with one typing, "Love the green velvet 😍😍 so festive 👏🏽" and another adding, "Glorious 😍." One simply declared, "A dream! Stunning!!"

The Princess of Wales at the Royal Variety Performance on November 19, 2025, in London, England. | Source: Getty Images
Another person shared, "The Princess of Wales is gorgeous. Love her gown. They are a stunning couple. So regal.💙👑💙" while someone else wrote, "She is absolutely beautiful." One fan didn't hold back their enthusiasm, writing, "Omg! Love it."

Catherine, Princess of Wales, at the Royal Variety Performance at Royal Albert Hall on November 19, 2025, in London, England. | Source: Getty Images
Among the praise, one netizen made a style comparison with a comment that read, "Melania Trump wore a green gown on Tuesday night at the White House state dinner."
The remark referred to the First Lady's appearance on November 18, 2025, where she wore a strapless emerald gown for the greeting of Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman of Saudi Arabia at the White House.

First Lady Melania Trump ahead of greeting Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman of Saudi Arabia with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House on November 18, 2025, in Washington, D.C. | Source: Getty Images
However, fashion comparisons aside, The Princess of Wales has consistently delivered standout style moments at the Royal Variety Performance over the years.
In 2017, she stepped out in a sky-blue gown that shimmered with crystals and floral embellishments. The full-length dress featured sheer long sleeves and a matching embellished bodice, striking the perfect balance between glamour and elegance.

Catherine, Princess of Wales, at the Royal Variety Performance at The London Palladium on November 24, 2017, in London, England. | Source: Getty Images
In 2019, she opted for a bold yet timeless look, wearing a dramatic black lace gown. The floor-length design featured a nude underlay and intricate black floral lace overlay, creating a striking silhouette.
With long sleeves, a velvet waistband, and a softly squared neckline, the dress balanced structure with femininity. The princess styled it with voluminous curls, a black clutch, and statement drop earrings.

The Princess of Wales at the Royal Variety Performance at Palladium Theatre on November 18, 2019, in London, England. | Source: Getty Images
Two years later, in 2021, the princess brought shimmer and sophistication to Royal Albert Hall once again in a green sequin-covered gown.
With long sleeves, structured shoulders, and a figure-skimming cut, the emerald design lit up under the lights, and quickly became one of her most memorable evening looks to date.

Catherine, Princess of Wales, at the Royal Variety Performance at Royal Albert Hall on November 18, 2021, in London, England. | Source: Getty Images
In 2023, The Princess of Wales returned to the Royal Variety Performance in another unforgettable ensemble — this time wearing a teal-blue number featuring floor-length cape sleeves and a sleek, structured silhouette.
The dress's bold colour and clean lines were offset by a crystal-embellished neckline, adding a refined sparkle. She styled the look with matching teal pumps, a beaded clutch, and softly curled hair parted at the centre.

The Princess and Prince of Wales at the Royal Variety Performance at Royal Albert Hall on November 30, 2023. | Source: Getty Images
From crystal-covered ballgowns to striking cape dresses, Catherine, Princess of Wales, has made the Royal Variety Performance red carpet her own.
And as seen in 2025, whether chatting with children about Paddington Bear or supporting the arts from the royal box, her presence continues to light up the evening — and the headlines — with every step.
