Duchess Kate unexpectedly becomes a target of criticism on social media for the dress she wore at a fundraising event for children.
On November 18, the BBC posted a pre-recorded video of Duchess Kate to kick off the annual fundraising event for BBC Children in Need – a charitable organization that assists underprivileged children and teenagers in the UK.
In the video, the Duchess of Cambridge appears in a modest style, wearing a short-sleeved shirt, lightly made-up face, and wavy curled hair.
Tonight is about supporting, protecting, and empowering all children to be the best they can be. This is crucial for their health and happiness in the future. The key is to nurture childhood. That’s why projects supported by Children in Need are so vital,” Duchess Kate urged.”
Duchess Kate has become a subject of controversy due to her $400 USD shirt.
Despite the noble nature of the fundraising activity, netizens have paid more attention to trivial details and used them to criticize Duchess Kate.
It was discovered that the royal blue rainbow-patterned silk shirt worn by Prince William’s wife was priced at £315 (approximately
400USD).Currently,theshirtisnolongerinstock,andsimilarstylesrangefrom225 to $400 USD.
A portion of individuals criticize Kate for being hypocritical. On one hand, she encourages people to donate and support less fortunate children, but on the other hand, she uses taxpayer money to purchase expensive luxury items.
Netizens comment: “A billionaire opening the Children In Need program on BBC, calling for social contributions. Such a hypocritical tone,” “I know families with disabled children who struggle to provide food for their kids. So, I feel uncomfortable seeing Kate Middleton on BBC Children in Need wearing a £315 shirt,” “I hope Kate Middleton announces a 10% reduction in funding for the British Royal Family from public taxes. Think about how much that money could contribute to charitable activities!” “Kate Middleton, who owns multiple houses, just appeared on Children In Need. Last year, the organization raised around £20 million or maybe less than the £354 million we give to the royal family to operate Buckingham Palace. It’s pure hypocrisy”…
Of course, not all comments are terrible. Fans pointed out that the shirt wasn’t a recent purchase and that Kate had worn it in 2020.
Duchess Kate remains silent amidst the controversy. The most notable move amid the uproar was the 1982-born beauty posting a video of her speech on the official Instagram of the Prince and Princess of Wales.
