In a tale that has become emblematic of royal romance, the moment Kate Middleton sashayed down the runway in a sheer dress, capturing the attention of none other than Prince William, marks a pivotal chapter in their storied love story. The date was March 27, 2002, and the setting was a charity fashion show held at St. Andrews University’s St. Andrews Bay Hotel. A 19-year-old Kate, exuding confidence and grace, made her way down the catwalk clad in a daring brown sheer dress layered over a bandeau bikini—a fashion choice that would set hearts aflutter, particularly that of a certain Prince William seated in the front row.
Accounts from the event paint a vivid picture of William’s reaction to Kate’s striking presence. Witnesses recall William leaning over to his friend Fergus Boyd, his astonishment evident as he remarked, “Wow, Fergus, Kate’s hot!” The palpable chemistry between the two was unmistakable, with William’s admiration for Kate evident in his open compliments, leaving her blushing and flustered. Despite William’s unabashed interest, Kate maintained her composure, subtly rebuffing his advances and conveying her reluctance to appear too readily available.
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