Meghan Markle’s Most Stunning Fashion Moments Since Becoming a Royal
Meghan Markle has been all over the news recently, not only because of her new role as the Duchess of Sussex (and Prince Harry's wife) but for her impeccable taste in fashion. Given her knack for mixing high-end brands with her own High Street favorites favorites like J. Crew or Mother, whatever Meghan Markle touches turns to gold. The Meghan Markle Effect is alive and well.
In honor of the Duchess's 38th birthday, we've rounded up 38 of her best fashion moments since becoming a royal.
Meghan Markle arrived at St. George's Chapel in a beautiful white gown with a bateau neckline, but it was the Stella McCartney dress she slipped into for the reception that really turned heads. McCartney designed a stunning, backless, halterneck gown that complemented Prince Harry's black velvet jacket.
Since joining forces with Givenchy's artistic director Clare Waight Keller for her royal wedding gown, Markle has seemingly taken a few style notes from famous Givenchy muse, Audrey Hepburn. For the Royal Air Force's 100th anniversary celebration, Markle wore a navy fit-and-flare dress with a boatneck neckline, reminiscent of the black cocktail dress Hepburn wore in Sabrina.
For her Trooping the Colour debut, Meghan Markle was all smiles with her new bestie, Kate Middleton, and looked every bit a princess in a pretty blush off-the-shoulder dress, designed by Caroline Herrera.
When the Duchess finds a brand she loves, she's loyal to the bone. Here, Markle is dressed in two of her favorite brands, a Caroline Herrera denim dress and a J. Crew straw clutch (which was on sale but promptly sold out). She also walked on grass with ease in a nude pair of Aquazzura heels.
At the Royal Ascot earlier this year, Markle gave a classic Audrey Hepburn look a modern-day update. In the 1964 musical My Fair Lady, Hepburn's Eliza attended the Royal Ascot in a black-and-white ensemble laced with ruffles and bows. For Markle's debut, she scaled back on the ruffles and opted for a simple white shirt dress, paired with a skinny black belt and a black-and-white fascinator similar (but wayyy smaller) than the one Hepburn wore.
Meghan Markle can do a lot of things, and making a sleeveless trench coat fashun is another feat she recently added to her list. The Duchess of Sussex wore a beige Nonie trench coat dress while on a trip with Prince Harry to an exhibit honoring the legacy of Nelson Mandela.
Another splash of color made its way into Markle's typically natural-toned wardrobe. Auntie Markle attended Prince Louis' christening in an olive green Ralph Lauren dress and matching pumps. She accessorized with a green clutch and green Stephen Jones fascinator.
Just a few days after tying the knot at St. George's Chapel. Markle attended the Prince of Wales' 70th Birthday celebration in a soft pink Goat dress with mesh sleeves and a wide-brim hat.
For her first Wimbledon as a royal, Meghan was joined by her sister-in-law, Kate Middleton, to watch the women's final. Meghan opted for a more nautical look, donning a blue and white striped button down, white wide-leg trousers and a white straw hat.
Givenchy's latest muse is as loyal as they come. During her brief Dublin tour with Harry, Markle wore a forest green Givenchy sweater and skirt set. She also paired the set with a brown Strathberry tote bag and Paul Andrew heels. The outfit was just one of four of the Duchess' priciest Dublin looks, all four totaling a cool $40,189.65.
It's no secret Meghan loves a boatneck neckline, as evidenced by the majority of the dress designs she's photographed in. During her Ireland visit, Meghan donned a gray Roland Mouret dress with a waterfall draping and a pair of Paul Andrew heels.
Markle tends to stick to neutral hues, but the new royal stepped out of her comfort zone and into a bright yellow Brandon Maxwell dress to attend the Your Commonwealth Youth Challenge Reception. So if Gen-Z yellow actually becomes a thing (sorry millennial pink), we have Markle to thank.
Markle's Dublin tour featured a lot of outfit changes, including this black belted Emilia Wickstead dress she wore to a British Embassy reception. Markle accessorized with a black clutch and Aquazzura heels.
To attend a genre-bending musical such as Hamilton, Markle got a little revolutionary with her own ensemble. The Duchess stepped out in a short Judith & Charles tuxedo mini dress, which she paired with a gold clutch and simple black pumps. However, it was what she didn't slip on that caused heads to turn: a nude pair of tights.
Markle had the distinct honor of debuting a cobalt blue dress from designer Jason Wu's spring/summer 2019 line ahead of its New York Fashion Week arrival. She completed the bold look with side-swept hair and a pair of Aquazzura heels for her appearance at the 100 Days to Peace charity concert.
Yes, it was the car door shutting heard 'round the world. But Markle's first solo engagement also marked a major fashion turn for the newly-minted royal. While attending the opening of the Oceania exhibition at the Royal Academy of Arts, she turned to her trusted Givenchy. The black long-sleeved dress included sheer sleeves and paneling, giving extra dimension to the look. Markle also recycled her Aquazzura pumps from the Dublin tour and added a satin Givenchy clutch to ensure her vehicular breakthrough was made in style.
When the Duke and Duchess of Sussex visited their namesake regin for the first time, Markle made a splash in a nearly all-green ensemble. Underneath a cream Giorgio Armani coat, Markle paired an & Other Stories blouse with a similarly hued Hugo Boss leather pencil skirt.
While touring Melbourne alongside Prince Harry, Markle selected something navy for a reception at the Government House. She wore Australian designer Dion Lee's dress, which included a folded collar and ruffled skirt. For part of the visit, Meg also sported a Martin Grant trench.
Meghan put her own spin on a black dress for the opening of the ANZAC Memorial. Clad in a dark Emilia Wickstead number, adorned with buttons down the front, Markle embraced her new British fashion ties with a black Philip Treacy fascinator. Prince Harry wore his military uniform in tribute to fallen Australian and New Zealand veterans.
When it came time for Markle's first state dinner, she stunned in formalwear. Her Safiyaa cape dress held significance for a few reasons. First off, it was the same shade as Fiji's national flag. Secondly, this look was one of the first in which royal watchers were able to see Markle cradle her baby bump.
Markle did not waste one style moment of her Australia-New Zealand tour. At the Australian Geographic Society Awards, she looked like she had sprung straight from a fairytale in Oscar de la Renta. The embellishment of birds flying coupled with the elegant tulle made for a memorable entrance.
Markle couldn't leave her Australia-New Zealand trek behind without serving a burgundy fashion moment. She donned a burgundy Hugo Boss midi dress as she headed to the plane. Paired with nude Aquazzura buckle pumps and a bag by Cuyana, she jetted back to the U.K. in style.
Markle opted for a killer top-and-skirt combo by Safiyaa to attend a Royal Variety performance. The sequined embellishments of the halter top paired with the simplistic floor-length skirt makes the Duchess exude old Hollywood glamour.
Perhaps no fashion moment was more major for Markle (other than, you know, the royal wedding) than her surprise appearance at the 2018 Fashion Awards. There to present the British Designer of the Year Womenswear Award to Clare Waight Keller for Givenchy, her ensemble was unabashedly her. From the slicked-back bun to the one-shoulder Givenchy and dark nail polish, the Duchess did not come to play.
What else does one wear to a Cirque du Soleil premiere, but sparkles? Meghan did just that when she arrived at the event in a sequined Roland Mouret long-sleeved dress with a leg slit. Givenchy is never too far away, seen here in her clutch. Fashion blog Meghan's Mirror also pointed out that Markle wore one of Princess Diana's bracelets.
Another day, another first for the Duchess of Sussex. But even though this marked her first official engagement as royal patron of the National Theatre, she returned to a past designer for the day's look. Her pale pink dress and blazer were both made by Brandon Maxwell, who had designed her yellow Commonwealth gown. Stilettos from go-to brand Aquazzura and a Carolina Herrera clutch complemented the look.
Sometimes all that's needed for stylish symmetry is a white button-up and black pencil skirt. Markle mastered that idea when she attended the Endeavour Fund Awards alongside Prince Harry. As she's known to do, Markle donned Givenchy head-to-toe, styling her look with rolled-up sleeves, a leg slit, and accessories featuring metallic.
Markle continued to exhibit her fabulous pregnancy style by sporting a monochromatic white ensemble at a charity performance of The Wider Earth. The Duchess of Sussex's high-neck dress was by Calvin Klein and her matching coat was credited to British designer Amanda Wakeley.
The start of Markle's Moroccan trip signaled that her travel closet was as stacked as ever. She actually arrived in the country in this red Valentino cape dress, which she paired with a pink handbag by the designer and cream-colored heels. The bar for airport fashion has officially been raised.
The memorable Morocco outfits continue with this ivory Dior gown, complete with embellished long sleeves and draped detailing at the front. Her Maison Birks statement earrings also ensured that her look was worthy of an evening reception.
Markle looked undeniably regal for her and Prince Harry's audience with Mohammed VI of Morocco, the King of Morocco. She opted for a custom blue, flowy Carolina Herrera gown for the affair—and the slick bun and neutral accessories allow the dress to dazzle.
At the 50th Anniversary of Prince Charles's Investiture, Markle kept it classic with a white coat and a cream and gold brocade dress, both by Amanda Wakeley. Suede Paul Andrew heels and her signature sleek bun made the look feel refined.
Markle channeled some vintage vibes with a black and white patterned mini dress by Reiss for the International Women's Day panel at King's College London. She kept the rest of the look minimalistic with a black Alexander McQueen blazer and matching Stella McCartney clutch.
For an appearance at Canada House and only about two months out from giving birth to baby Archie, Markle had another maternity style moment. She stepped out in a green wool coat dress from Erdem. The black embellishments and, you guessed it, Aquazzura heels, elevated the ensemble.
Shortly after, Markle opted to pay tribute to a few fellow fashion icons. Her chain-print dress, style d with green shoes and a bag, was designed by Victoria Beckham. Meanwhile, her cream coat and pillbox hat drew comparisons to Jackie O.
When it came time to introduce the world to Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor, Meghan donned a silhouette she's been known to love. The new mom beamed in a white, sleeveless trench dress from menswear designer Grace Wales Bonner. Suede pumps by Manolo Blahnik topped off the Duchess's look of love.
As it turns out, Serena Williams wasn't the only person serving at Wimbledon. Royal watchers Meghan and Kate offered up some undeniably chic outfits to watch the event. Kate opted for a green Dolce & Gabbana dress, while Meghan apparently had heard critics of her previous denim at Wimbledon, choosing a white button-up and pleated patterned skirt by Hugo Boss for her second match.
When Megan and Harry met Beyoncé and Jay-Z (under the guise of attending The Lion King premiere, let's be real), she delivered a classic LBD look. Her black a-line Jason Wu dress with sheer sleeves was undeniably show-stopping.
Meghan Markle’s Most Stunning Fashion Moments Since Becoming a Royal
Meghan Markle has been all over the news recently, not only because of her new role as the Duchess of Sussex (and Prince Harry's wife) but for her impeccable taste in fashion. Given her knack for mixing high-end brands with her own High Street favorites favorites like J. Crew or Mother, whatever Meghan Markle touches turns to gold. The Meghan Markle Effect is alive and well.
In honor of the Duchess's 38th birthday, we've rounded up 38 of her best fashion moments since becoming a royal.
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