Gust of Wind Catches Kate's Dress During Stop Over Down Under

by Tom Sykes Sep 19, 2012 4:46 AM EDT

Kate nearly suffered a Marilyn Monroe-style wardrobe malfunction today when she and William changed planes at breezy Brisbane airport a few hours ago.

A gust of wind threatened to blow up her floral print dress but Kate managed to hold it down while talking to an official on the tarmac.

William carried a small item of hand luggage with him as they made their way off their private jet and went through the main terminal, to the surprise and delight of about 200 onlookers.

The Royal couple have since boarded their flight back to London. Kate changed in the airport, into a (windproof) pair of jeans and a cream sweater.

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