As all of you in this room know, we have a deep connection to what we wear.

Sometimes its very personal, sometimes its emotional.

The sentiment was echoed by Waight Keller, who told the audience: This woman is so amazing.

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I have got to know Meghan on such a personal level.

I cant thank you enough, but thank you again.

Naturally, Meghanwho appeared alongside actor Rosamund Pikewore Givenchy on the night: a custom black velvet one-shoulder dress.

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Meghan made a surprise appearance at the 2018 Fashion Awards to present Clare Waight Keller with the British Womenswear Designer of the Year award.

But the secret had been kept so well that Waight Keller had no idea what the gown was for.

I just did not think anything of it.

The Duchess of Sussex wore a custom black velvet gown by Givenchy on the night.

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The Duchess of Sussex wore a custom black velvet gown by Givenchy on the night.

Could we get another surprise cameo at this years Fashion Awards?

Only time will tell.