Kate Middleton Is Not Attending Sister Pippa Middleton’s Wedding? Pippa Afraid Kate Might Steal The Spotlight?

Every bride should be the star of her wedding day. But if your sister is a princess, how would you face the possibility that your spotlight will be stolen from you on your special day? Well, Kate Middleton's answer would be not to attend her sister Pippa Middleton's wedding day, if rumors turn out to be true.

Pippa Middleton Is Engaged

Over the last weekend, 32-year-old Pippa Middleton has surprised the spectators about her engagement with her 40-year-old boyfriend, James Matthews, who is a hedge fund manager. They have been dating for over a year and a half. The wedding is expected to take place next year.

The news was a delightful one for her sister, the Duchess of Cambridge, and Prince William. Their parents, Carole and Michael Middleton are equally pleased, especially that James Matthews asked first the consent of his future father-in-law before popping the big question to Pippa. According to New Zealand Herald, a friend of the couple said, "James is a traditionalist and very much wanted to do things properly. That meant getting his future father in law's consent."

Why Kate Middleton Won't Be A Bridesmaid

Pippa Middleton, a former party planner, served as her sister's maid of honor during the royal wedding in 2011. Her body-hugging Alexander McQueen dress made her shone and become an instant celebrity. However, words have it that Kate Middleton would not be able to return the same favor when her sister walk down the aisle.

Even without exerting any effort, it will be no doubt that Kate will attract attention if she attends her sister's big day. Per People's report, veteran royal author Judy Wade said that Kate would upstage Pippa Middleton. "It's a tricky situation for Pippa. She would want her sister by her side, as who else would she trust to make things go well?" She wrote. "But if your sister is a future Queen, she is going to upstage the bride and draw attention. Kate would want to be in the background as much as possible."

What do you think? Will Kate Middleton show up in her sister's wedding? Or will she skip it to let her sister Pippa Middleton have her moment?