Catherine, Princess of Wales, will not attend the 2025 Earthshot Prize ceremony in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on November 5, due to her commitment to prioritizing her role as a mother. According to reports, she and Prince William adhere to a private rule ensuring that at least one parent remains at home with their children—Prince George (12), Princess Charlotte (10), and Prince Louis (7)—to manage daily responsibilities such as school drop-offs and pick-ups. This decision reflects their consistent approach to balancing royal duties with family life. Kate has not attended the Earthshot Prize in person since 2022 in Boston, including missing the 2024 event in Cape Town, South Africa, to stay at their Windsor home with the children.
Connection to Kate Middleton’s Appearance at the Earthshot Prize 2022 in Boston
At the 2022 Earthshot Prize ceremony in Boston, Kate Middleton made an unforgettable fashion statement, wearing a vibrant lime-green Sabina maxi dress by Solace London, rented for £74 through the HURR platform. The off-the-shoulder gown, cinched with a bold belt and featuring a thigh-high slit, not only highlighted her elegant figure but also aligned perfectly with the event’s sustainable ethos, which promotes rented, recycled, or upcycled fashion. Paired with nude Gianvito Rossi heels and her signature blowout, the dress cemented Kate’s status as a style icon on the green carpet.
The standout element of her look was the iconic emerald and diamond choker necklace, a cherished heirloom once worn by Princess Diana. Originally a headband from Queen Mary’s collection, Diana repurposed it into a dazzling choker in the 1980s, often pairing it with green gowns, much like Kate’s choice in Boston. Lent to Diana by Queen Elizabeth II after her 1981 wedding, the choker—with its dangling emerald drops framed in diamonds—was inherited by William after Diana’s passing in 1997 and gifted to Kate. Her decision to wear it in 2022 was a poignant tribute to Diana, blending royal heritage with modern sustainability.
Kate’s appearance in Boston not only showcased her commitment to the Earthshot Prize’s environmental mission but also underscored her role as a fashion-forward royal. While she opts to stay with her family in 2025, her 2022 ensemble—a rented gown and historic jewelry—remains a powerful reminder of her ability to merge style, sustainability, and legacy.
