Ever since she stepped out with Prince Harry at the 2017 Invictus Games, Meghan Markle has become one of the most photographed women in the world. From her days as a royal to her newly-minted venture into lifestyle TV, the Duchess of Sussex’s time in the spotlight has been filled with many fashionable moments. A dashing minimalist wedding gown from Givenchy to marry Prince Harry, a striking green dress and hat to wave goodbye to her royal duties, and a polished white suit for the 2020 Invictus Games come to mind.
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But one thing is clear: Markle knows her signature style and how to play with it. A fan of brands like Cuyana, Carolina Herrera, Johanna Ortiz, and Chanel, the former Suits actress often stays within her lane of minimalist chic outfits, rarely changing her outfit formulas. And that makes for one consistent set of good looks, whether it’s an off-the-shoulder nude-colored dress for a Variety event in Los Angeles or a C-suite dress for all her many royal appearances. Markle shows the power of knowing and cultivating your personal style, no matter if it’s a version of uniform dressing.
Markle may wear some of Princess Diana’s jewelry, but her everyday style is actually quite relatable and accessible with pieces that are classic wardrobe staples, including trench coats, casual shirting, and monochrome suits. Ahead are five staples to wear if you want to channel Meghan Markle.
Off the Shoulder Necklines
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One of the signature silhouettes Markle prefers for public outings is the off-the-shoulder style. Whether it’s a long-sleeved top with matching pants for a panel or a nude-colored dress for a red carpet, she goes for sleek, minimal styles that show off her neckline. This is an easy staple of Markle’s to incorporate into your wardrobe, going for equally classic and neutral-colored pieces that are versatile and adaptable to nearly every occasion.
Monochrome Sets
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It’s hard not to spot Markle in some version of a monochrome power suit, from an outing at the Invictus Games to meetings in New York City. The key here is how the monochrome palette gives the simple combo a put-together look, transforming it from a grab-and-go to a more elevated take.
Trench Coats and Dresses
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A trench coat is one classic outerwear staple that’s rarely missing from anyone’s closet. Markle constantly relies on trench coats and dresses to keep her style buttoned-up. Whether it’s a pink trench dress for a visit to South Africa or a trench coat paired with a basic white dress for a day in Australia, she shows the grab-and-go style is a great secret weapon.
C-Suite Dresses
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For more formal events, Markle has long relied on C-suite mini dresses, which she accessorized with her signature pump heels and tailored outerwear. The work-ready staple is one that many women also rotate in their office uniform, and that can be easily styled for after work dinner and more special occasions.
Casual Shirting
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A weirdly groundbreaking classic, the white button-down shirt is one of Markle’s consistent basics. It’s the versatility of this piece that makes it a Markle favorite, which she’s worn to a wide range of occasions sit courtside at an Invictus Games event, as well as a charity event in the UK. When in doubt, just add a white shirt, like Markle.
