William And Kate's Evening Away From George

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have spent their first evening together away from Prince George - but admitted they were armed with mobile phones "to check all is well"

 

The Duke of Cambridge jokes with well-wishers on his first night out with his wife since their son Prince George was born.

 

The Duchess of Cambridge attended her first red carpet event since becoming a mother this evening.

 

31-year-old Kate beamed as she accompanied husband William to the Tusk foundation gala dinner at The Royal Society in London.

 

She wore a glittering floor-length Jenny Packham dress covered in sequins with her brunette hair carefully curled over her shoulders and simple, pretty make-up.

 

 

The Duchess of Cambridge arriving at the inaugural Tusk Conservation Awards at the Royal Society in London

 

Kate finished the look with sparkling stiletto heels and diamond jewellery.  

 

William, who wore smart black tie, is a patron of the Tusk charity, and expected to make a speech at the end of the awards ceremony which will be hosted by journalist Kate Silverton.

 

Tonight's awards aim to celebrate outstanding achievement in the field of African conservation, recognising the achievements of individuals who are ensuring the future of Africa and bringing the challenges faced by the continent to a global audience.

 

 

New mother Kate chose a dazzling gown by British designer Jenny Packham for the event

 

 

 

Natural beauty: The Duchess wore her hair loose around her shoulders, with understated make-up save for her dramatic smoky eyes

 

 

 

Important occasion: William is patron of the Tusk Foundation, and the couple's appearance at the gala dinner is their first since moving to London

 

 

Just last month, Kate made her first public appearance since the birth of Prince George when she attended the Anglesey ultra-marathon with William.

 

Back in her skinny jeans just five weeks after having her son on July 22, Kate looked sensational - without the slightest sign of baby fatigue - in a green tweed hacking jacket, Zara top and J Brand jeans.

 

Then, Prince William had revealed that Kate was bearing the brunt of the night duties - and that their son was proving to be quite a nocturnal little fellow.

 

video courtesy of: The Telegraph

 

 

 

 

Perfect in Packham: Kate's sleeveless gown flattered her already-slender post-baby body. The high neck and draped back added another layer of dimension and drama

 

 

 

Careful: She was sure to slightly pull up the front of the Packham gown to avoid disaster as she took the stairs in the floor length gown and towering heels

 

 

 

Finishing touches: The Duchess completed her look with her favourite size 38 1/2 silver snakeskin platform sandals by Jimmy Choo.

 

 

 

Dapper: The Duke of Cambridge made sure his tie was straight and his jacket buttoned before he and his wife hit the red carpet

 

 

 

Tonight's awards aim to celebrate outstanding achievement in the field of African conservation

 

 

 

Despite that, the Duchess appeared remarkably bright-eyed as she chatted with well-wishers from the island, thanking them for their hospitality and the kindness and warmth they had shown the couple during their time on Anglesey.

 

The Duchess revealed that her mother, Carole, - or granny as she called her - had come up to babysit, and told locals that he was 'sleeping well'. 'But I know these things suddenly change,' she added. 

 

She mentioned during the visit she was keen to get 'back into shape' after the birth.

 

Tonight's outing marks the start of a new role for William as he begins a new life outside the military.

 

Tonight's outing marks the start of a new role for William as he begins a new life outside the military

 

 

 

On form: The new mother seemed in good spirits as she greeted fellow attendees outside the venue

 

 

 

The couple mingled with guests at the event during the cocktail hour before the dinner began

 

 

 

The Duchess accessorized her gorgeous dress with a pair of diamond drop earrings

 

 

 

Kensington Palace today announced that Prince William has completed his final duties as a search and rescue helicopter pilot with the RAF. 

 

The Duke of Cambridge is now looking to expand his charity work, particularly in the field of conservation and endangered species, making tonight's event all the more significant.

 

William, who carried out his last operational shift on Tuesday, is to continue to carry out royal engagements but is not expected to increase his number of public duties.

 

Glow: The new mom was beaming as she and her husband left the gala

 

 

No doubt that the couple are looking forward to having a lie in with William done serving - if baby George will comply.

 

 

 

The Duchess appeared to enjoy her night out after her time at home - but was no doubt looking forward to seeing the baby back at home

 

 

 

Nearly time for babysitter to clock off... The Cambridges prepare to leave and get back to family life

 

 

 

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge mingle with other guests at the ball in central London.

 

 

-The Daily Mail.UK