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Meghan Markle shows off her growing bump at fashion awards

Meghan Markle’s sizeable baby bump stole the show after she made a surprise appearance at the British Fashion Awards on Monday evening.

The 37-year-old – who is expecting her first child with Prince Harry in 2019 – was a special guest on the night as she honoured her wedding dress designer with a prestigious award.

The former Suits star was on hand to present Clare Waight Keller of Givenchy with the British Womenswear Designer of the Year award at the historic Royal Albert Hall in London.

Meghan Markle’s sizeable baby bump stole the show at the British Fashion Awards. Photo: Getty
Meghan Markle’s sizeable baby bump stole the show at the British Fashion Awards. Photo: Getty

Meghan wowed in a black, velvet one-shoulder gown, which is believed to be by Givenchy.

And in her acceptance speech, Clare had nothing but praise for Meghan and the time they spent together while designing her wedding dress.

“This is woman is so amazing. I got to know Meghan on such a personal level,” Clare said, “To have someone like that on such a personal moment in their life… I can’t thank you enough because it was the most beautiful moment.”

The Duchess was a special guest on the night as she honoured her wedding dress designer with a prestigious award. Photo: Getty
The Duchess was a special guest on the night as she honoured her wedding dress designer with a prestigious award. Photo: Getty

However, royal fans couldn’t help but comment on how much Meghan’s bump has popped out in recent weeks.

With some even starting to speculate that the Duchess of Sussex could be carrying twins.

“I’m really trying not to get too excited and Meghan still has four months to go, but she has really popped! She looks like she carrying twins!” one gushed.

While another added: “OMG. Meghan is SO having twins!!! #meghanmarkle #babysussex #PrinceHarry #twins.”

Meghan stunned in a black, velvet one-shoulder gown, which is believed to be by Givenchy. Photo: Getty
Meghan stunned in a black, velvet one-shoulder gown, which is believed to be by Givenchy. Photo: Getty

“Meghan is definitely having twins bookmark this ladies,” one wrote, while another tweeted: “Placing my bet now that Meghan Markle is having twins.”

Pregnancy speculation

It comes just days after fans were speculating about just how far along in her pregnancy the former actress actually is.

In the official baby announcement, Kensington Palace merely stated that the royal would be making an appearance in the UK Spring, which is our Autumn 2019.

“Hmmmmmm. It’s her 1st pregnancy (most women are late to show with #1),” one person wrote, while another said< “That is not a 5 months bump.”

Prince Harry’s ex-girlfriend Cressida Bonas was also in attendance at the fashion ceremony. Photo: Getty
Prince Harry’s ex-girlfriend Cressida Bonas was also in attendance at the fashion ceremony. Photo: Getty

Meanwhile, Prince Harry’s ex-girlfriend Cressida Bonas was also in attendance at the fashion ceremony.

The actress opted for a top and skirt combo, while styled her hair up into a messy bun.

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