20 Times Meghan Markle Stole The Style Spotlight

From her Canadian roots to her royal life, Meghan Markle's style journey is a dazzling display of fashion. Her looks, whether for royal duties or chill times, are uniquely chic—a cool contrast to her sister-in-law Kate Middleton. Check out her top royal fashion moments and see why their paths diverged.

1. Engagement Announcement

The "Meghan Markle effect" began with a stylish white wrap coat. This became Meghan's go-to winter piece, seen in a variety of colors.

2. Wedding Eve

Meghan's pre-wedding outfit was a navy blue Roland Mouret dress, featuring a boat neck—a style she echoed on her wedding day.

3. Wedding Gown

Meghan's wedding dress was a perfect reflection of her: simple, elegant, and adorned with a boat neck collar.

4. Civil Ceremony Dress

A fan favorite, Meghan's Stella McCartney wedding dress, showcased after the civil ceremony, was a glamorous yet simple masterpiece.

5. Cirque Du Soleil Première

At a Cirque du Soleil premiere, Meghan sparkled in a sequined navy Roland Mouret gown, her look enhanced by evening makeup and a sleek low bun.

6. Baby Sussex's Introduction

When introducing her son, Archie Harrison, Meghan chose a Grace Wales Bonner trench-inspired dress.

7. Fiji Visit

During her Fiji visit, Meghan charmed in a pink floral wrap dress, her hair styled in a French twist adorned with native Fijian flowers.

8. Solo Outing With The Queen

Meghan's first solo outing with the Queen saw her in a chic taupe Givenchy dress, a nod to her wedding gown designer.

9. Evening Out With Prince Harry

Meghan broke tradition on her first evening with Harry, sporting an Alexander McQueen pantsuit.

10. Trooping The Colour Event

At the Trooping The Colour event, Meghan looked lovely in a form-fitting off-the-shoulder Carolina Herrera dress.

11. Australian Geographic Society Awards

At the Australian Geographic Society Awards, Meghan made a statement in a black and white Oscar De La Renta gown.

12. Commonwealth Day Service

Meghan turned heads at the Commonwealth Day service in a forest green Erdem coat and dress, beautifully accented with floral embroidery.

13. Wellington Government House Visit

Meghan embraced an all-black ensemble for her first night at the Wellington Government House in New Zealand.

14. WellChild Awards

Defying rumors and showcasing her personal style, Meghan donned a black power suit by Altuzarra at the WellChild Awards.

15. Royal Air Force's 100th Anniversary

For the Royal Air Force's 100th Anniversary ceremony, Meghan chose a chic little black dress by Dior, contrasting Kate's traditional white collared gown. This showed her rebellious streak and set her style apart.

16. Melbourne Visit

At a Melbourne reception, Meghan looked modern and stylish in an asymmetrical navy dress by Dion Lee.

17. Women's Empowerment Reception

Meghan paid homage to Jackie O at a women's empowerment reception, wearing a little black dress.

18. Royal Academy Of Arts Appearance

Meghan's dramatic black Givenchy gown turned heads at her first solo Royal Academy of Arts appearance.

19. Invictus Games

For the Invictus Games in London, Meghan chose a pleated green Self Portrait dress adorned with a floral print.

20. Final Royal Duties

Meghan's last royal duty in the UK was a multi-faith service at Westminster Abbey. She rocked a green Emilia Wickstead dress, which became her iconic "royal exit" look that the media loves to use.