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The Duchess of Cambridge championed sustainability as she attended the British Academy Film Awards wearing a dress she has worn several times before.
On Sunday night, Kate arrived at the Royal Albert Hall alongside Prince William wearing a gold-embroidered gown by Alexander McQueen .
The royal accessorised the dress with a glittering gold clutch bag designed by Anya Hindmarch, a pair of Jimmy Choo heels and a necklace and earrings from Van Cleef & Arpels.
Eagle-eyed fashion fans will recognise the dress, which the royal first wore in 2012 to attend a dinner with the King and Queen of Malaysia during a tour of Southeast Asia.
By choosing to wear a dress she already owned, Kate was adhering to Bafta’s new sustainable dress code which encouraged guests to either re-wear something they already own or hire an ensemble as opposed to buying something new.
Show all 42 1 /42Baftas 2020: The best-dressed guests Baftas 2020: The best-dressed guests Margot Robbie Birds of Prey star Margot Robbie opted for a black floor-length Chanel gown for the Baftas on Sunday night. The dress featured delicate lace sleeves and a matching peplum at the waist. The star accessorised the look with a simple pair of hoop earrings and a black flower ring.
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Baftas 2020: The best-dressed guests The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge championed sustainable fashion as they arrived at the Baftas. While William opted for a classic black trouser suit, Kate chose an Alexander McQueen gown which she has worn before several times. The royal first wore the dress on a tour of Southeast Asia back in 2012 to attend a dinner with the King and Queen of Malaysia.
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Baftas 2020: The best-dressed guests Florence Pugh Little Women star Florence Pugh stood out among a sea of LBD's in this voluminous fuchsia pink gown by Dries Van Noten that featured a dramatic train and black mini skirt at the front. She accessorised with black platform heels.
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Baftas 2020: The best-dressed guests Zoe Kravitz Zoe Kravitz wore a metallic gold gown designed by Saint Laurent for the 73rd Baftas. The actor completed the look with red drop earrings that matched her manicure and lipstick shade.
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Baftas 2020: The best-dressed guests Charlize Theron Charlize Theron arrived on the red carpet wearing a bold purple gown designed by Dior. The strapless dress featured a plunging neckline and A-line skirt that was highlighted by the addition of a slim black waist belt. She accessorised the look with a diamond necklace by Tiffany & Co.
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Baftas 2020: The best-dressed guests Scarlett Johansson Marriage Story star Scarlett Johansson chose a pink sequin dress by Versace for the occasion which featured a plunging neckline, thigh-high split and feather-trimmed floor-length skirt.
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Baftas 2020: The best-dressed guests Joaquin Phoenix Joaquin Phoenix has vowed to wear the same suit to every awards show this year to help reduce waste and the Bafta's were no exception. The Joker star walked the red carpet wearing a custom-made tuxedo by British designer Stella McCartney.
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Baftas 2020: The best-dressed guests Olivia Colman The Favourite star Olivia Colman opted for a black A-line dress by Alexander McQueen that featured a high neck and sheer sleeves, while the bodice of the dress was decorated with intricate floral embroidery.
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Baftas 2020: The best-dressed guests Saoirse Ronan Little Women star Saoirse Ronan attended the Bafta's wearing a black ballgown designed by Gucci. The dress featured thin spaghetti straps and was accessorised with multi-coloured drop earrings.
Baftas 2020: The best-dressed guests Renee Zellweger Judy star Renee Zellweger opted for a pink satin column gown by Prada that featured a Bardot neckline. She accessorised with matching pointed heels and gold cuff bracelets on each wrist.
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Baftas 2020: The best-dressed guests Laura Dern Marriage Story star Laura Dern chose a bright pink ballgown by Valentino that featured an embellished bodice and full skirt with concealed pockets.
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Baftas 2020: The best-dressed guests Rooney Mara Rooney Mara attended the event wearing a black floor-length Givenchy gown that featured oversized sleeves. The star completed the look with black pointed heels and a matching bow in her hair.
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Baftas 2020: The best-dressed guests Daniel Kaluuya Daniel Kaluuya chose a black trouser suit designed by Louis Vuitton for the occasion. The actor completed the outfit with a matching shirt the featured an embellished collar.
Baftas 2020: The best-dressed guests Rebel Wilson Rebel Wilson attended the event wearing a two-tone wrap dress by Prabal Gurung that featured a black skirt and red sequin top that tied at the waist.
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Baftas 2020: The best-dressed guests Emilia Clarke Game of Thrones star Emilia Clarke arrived at the Bafta's wearing an elegant black column-style dress designed by Schiaparelli that featured thin straps and sequin embellishment. The star accessorised with purple gemstone drop earrings.
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Baftas 2020: The best-dressed guests Adam Driver Joanne Tucker Marriage Story star Adam Driver attended the event wearing classic black tuxedo designed by Celine, while his wife Joanne Tucker opted for an aqua blue floral gown.
Baftas 2020: The best-dressed guests Greta Gerwig and Noah Baumbach Greta Gerwig arrived at the Baftas alongside husband Noah Baumbach wearing an emerald green velvet dress with a silver halter neckline.
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Baftas 2020: The best-dressed guests Chernobyl star Jessie Buckley stood out on the red carpet in a floor-length black ballgown by Miu Miu that featured a dramatic white feather-trimmed neckline.
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Baftas 2020: The best-dressed guests Gillian Anderson Sex Education star Gillian Anderson opted for a black strapless dress by Camilla and Marc for the event. The actor accessorised with red strappy heels, a matching clutch bag and a diamond necklace.
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Baftas 2020: The best-dressed guests John Boyega Star Wars actor shunned the traditional black tuxedo in favour of a red brocade trouser suit which he paired with a white shirt.
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Baftas 2020: The best-dressed guests Kaitlyn Dever Booksmart star Kaitlyn Dever opted for a pale pink floor-length gown designed by Miu Miu for the Baftas 2020. The dress featured a strapless neckline and tiered ruffles covered in sequins.
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Baftas 2020: The best-dressed guests Taron Egerton Rocketman star Taron Egerton chose a wine-coloured velvet two-piece suit by Armani for this year's Baftas, accessorising with a white shirt and black bow tie.
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Baftas 2020: The best-dressed guests Daisy Ridley Star Wars actor Daisy Ridley chose to wear a strapless emerald green dress by Oscar de la Renta that featured cut-out detailing in the bodice and a sheer asymmetric shoulder design.
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Baftas 2020: The best-dressed guests Joshua Jackson and Jodie Turner-Smith Queen & Slim star Jodie Turner-Smith attended the ceremony alongside husband Joshua Jackson wearing a strapless canary yellow Gucci gown that showed off her bump.
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Baftas 2020: The best-dressed guests Naomie Harris British actor Naomie Harris attended the Bafta's wearing a silver sequinned dress by Michael Kors that featured a thigh-high split. She accessorised with a matching clutch bag and high heels.
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Baftas 2020: The best-dressed guests Hugh Grant and Anna Elisabet Eberstein The Gentlemen star Hugh Grant attended the Baftas alongside his wife Anna Elisabet Eberstein wearing a class black tuxedo.
Baftas 2020: The best-dressed guests Graham Norton TV presenter and Baftas 2020 host Graham Norton opted for a red velvet tuxedo jacket that featured floral embroidery. He completed the look with a black button-up shirt, matching trousers and dress shoes.
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Baftas 2020: The best-dressed guests Ella Balinska Charlie's Angels star Ella Balinska opted for a mini white-and-pink floral dress by Giambattista Valli that featured a ruffle hem and victorians-inspired neckline. The otherwise girlish gown was completed with a dramatic cape that trawled behind the star as she walked the red carpet.
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Baftas 2020: The best-dressed guests Quentin Tarantino Once Upon a Time in Hollywood director Quentin Tarantino attended the awards ceremony wearing an all-black two-piece suit, including a matching shirt and tie.
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Baftas 2020: The best-dressed guests Lulu Wang The Farewell director Lulu Wang wore a white dress with red embroidery designed by Simone Rocha. On Instagram, the film maker said she was "excited to look like an English teacup".
Baftas 2020: The best-dressed guests Rhoda Ofori-Attah Ghanian-born British actor Rhoda Ofori-Attah chose a floor-length black gown that featured white oversized bow shoulder detailing. The look was accessorised with simple gold hoop earrings and a statement ring.
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Baftas 2020: The best-dressed guests Asa Butterfield Sex Education star Asa Butterfeld attended the ceremony wearing a three-piece suit featuring a black double-breasted jacket, matching trousers and bow tie.
Baftas 2020: The best-dressed guests Lily-Rose Depp Model Lily-Rose Depp wore a semi-sheer black lace dress designed by Chanel for the 73rd British Academy Film Awards. The gown was accessorised with black open-toe heels and silver jewellery.
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Baftas 2020: The best-dressed guests Alex Wolff Hereditary star Alex Wolff opted for a blue three-piece suit that was covered in hand drawn illustrations. The star completed the look with a white shirt and matching tie.
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Baftas 2020: The best-dressed guests Edith Bowman Edith Bowman opted for a tiered metallic dress which she accessorised with a bold yellow belt and blue gloves that kept her warm as she spoke with guests on the red carpet.
Baftas 2020: The best-dressed guests Oliver Cheshire and Pixie Lott Singer Pixie Lott attended the ceremony with her partner, model Oliver Cheshire, wearing a white midi dress that featured ruffled tiers on the skirt.
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Baftas 2020: The best-dressed guests Alice Eve Actor Alice Eve chose a silver Ralph & Russo gown for the Baftas. The dress featured an embroidered bodice and skirt made from three tiers of fringing.
Baftas 2020: The best-dressed guests Aisling Bea Irish actor Aisling Bea chose a metallic silver dress by Hasan Hejazi that featured black satin detailing and a thigh-high split.
Baftas 2020: The best-dressed guests Jo Hartley This Is England star Jo Hartley attended the event wearing a satin emerald green ballgown which featured a flattering V-neck and handy pockets in the skirt.
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Baftas 2020: The best-dressed guests Saskia Chana British actor Saskia Chana opted for a sleek black jumpsuit for this year's ceremony. She accessorised the look with a black Valentino handbag and matching heels.
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Baftas 2020: The best-dressed guests Anthony Welsh British actor Anthony Welsh chose a classic black double-breasted two-piece suit for the Baftas. He completed the look with a white shirt and black bow tie.
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Baftas 2020: The best-dressed guests Niamh Algar Irish actor Niamh Algar arrived on the red carpet wearing a satin blue halter neck dress that featured a front split and buckled waist belt.
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A spokesperson for Bafta said: “Sustainability is very important to Bafta, and we’re doing more than ever before.
“Where sustainable choices are unable to be made, Bafta is offsetting, as well as giving guests the tools to offset their own travel and make sustainable fashion choices.”
Ahead of the event, the British award body created a sustainable fashion guide in collaboration with the London College of Fashion, which urged guests use rental fashion sites, source clothing from resale outlets and opt for sustainable fashion brands, such as Stella McCartney, which are renowned for using eco-friendly materials.
Kate Middleton attended the Baftas 2020 wearing an Alexander McQueen dress she has worn several times before (Getty) “This awards season BAFTA are doing more than ever before to consider sustainability across its awards ceremonies, including inviting guests to ‘dress sustainably’,” the guide read.
“To help navigate some of the issues around fashion and sustainability London College of Fashion, UAL are supporting BAFTA with more information on how you can dress sustainably.”
The royal first wore the dress during a tour of Southeast Asia in 2012 (Getty) Last month, Joker Joaquin Phoenix announced that he would be wearing the same suit to every awards show this year to help reduce waste.
The actor first attended the Golden Globe Awards wearing a custom-made tuxedo by Stella McCartney and has sported it for every ceremony since, including the SAG and Critics’ Choice Awards .
See our roundup of the best dressed guests at the 73rd British Academy Film Awards here .
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