Kate Middleton Smashes $1,500 Moët Champagne Bottle, Christens Royal Princess Ship—See the Pic!

Expectant mother was present for what is said to be her last public appearance before the baby arrives

By Lily Harrison Jun 14, 2013 9:43 PMTags
Kate Middleton, Catherine, Duchess of CambridgeCourtesy: Royal Princess Cruises

A smashing success!

Kate Middleton celebrated the naming of the new Royal Princess Cruise ship yesterday in Southampton, England.

The expectant royal helped to christen the 3,600-passenger ocean liner with a massive $1,500 bottle of Moët & Chandon Impérial.

The Duchess of Cambridge cut a ceremonial rope, which sent the 4-gallon bottle crashing into the ship.

Middleton gave a formal blessing over the ship, saying, "I name this ship Royal Princess, may God bless her and all who sail in her."

The special occasion marked the last pre-baby solo public appearance by the royal.

Middleton looked as radiant as ever in a gorgeous Hobbs Dalmatian print dress with a black fascinator cap.

Maybe Middleton and Prince William will set sail on the ship after their baby arrives!