Princess Eugenie's fashion resembles Meghan Markle's chic look

When Princess Eugenie stepped out on Easter Sunday this year in a chic cream trench finished with a matching neat hat there was a striking resemblance to a certain duchess’s style. Far from the bold florals and whimsical fascinators that once defined her royal wardrobe, Eugenie’s look was quietly elegant, deliberately pared back, and unmistakably reminiscent of Meghan Markle ’s signature style.

Gone are the days when the princess opted for punchy prints or experimental cuts. Instead, her fashion choices appear to echo Meghan’s minimalist, stealth wealth aesthetic. Her transformation has not gone unnoticed. From her choice of labels to her preference for neutral tones and fuss-free silhouettes, Eugenie’s evolving wardrobe is increasingly aligned with Meghan’s style playbook, one that values subtle sophistication over overt glamour.

Part of this alignment comes down to their overlapping tastes in designers. Meghan has long favoured labels such as Aquazzura, Fendi and jewellery designer Sophie Lis, and now Eugenie has been spotted in the very same names.

This alignment is not accidental. By choosing the same designers, Eugenie places herself firmly in the realm of modern royals who embrace international fashion houses while sidestepping ostentation.

It’s a savvy move that signals both polish and relatability, much like Meghan’s own strategy. Meghan has championed unfussy silhouettes, tailored dresses, belted shirt dresses, sleek co-ords, and flowing skirts that skim rather than cling.

Eugenie, once known for more playful experimentation, appears to have embraced this ethos, swapping to streamlined midi dresses, classic wrap shapes, and tailored separates. The shift is striking. Where once her style seemed to oscillate between youthful exuberance and traditional royal formality, she has now landed on a formula that marries modernity with composure.

This quiet luxury approach allows Eugenie to stand out precisely because she does not shout. She embodies a subtler kind of confidence, one that resonates with a new generation who value authenticity over artifice. Ultimately, Princess Eugenie’s new look is more than a nod to Meghan’s wardrobe. It is a declaration of her own fashion maturity.

She is no longer the young princess experimenting with flamboyant fascinators or eye-catching prints. Instead, she has embraced a quieter kind of elegance, one that prioritises polish over pomp, ease over excess. It is a wardrobe that feels contemporary, cosmopolitan, and quietly confident, all hallmarks of Meghan Markle’s influence.

Sophie Lis Star Earrings Eugenie – Pre-Christmas Lunch 2024. Meghan – Buckingham Palace 2020. Eugenie attended King Charles's pre-Christmas lunch this year and wore an accessory with a special meaning. For the occasion, she donned the Sophie Lis Fallen Star Hoop Earrings which feature a hoop with a bedazzled charm shaped like the North star that signifies protection. Markle also wore the same earrings during one of her last engagements before stepping down as a working royal while chatting with Commonwealth scholars at Buckingham Palace.

Aquazzura Heels Eugenie – Duke of Westminster wedding, June 2024. Meghan – Engagement announcement, 2017. Meghan has long worn Aquazzura heels, distinctive for their cut-outs and towering heels and most notably wore them when she stepped out in a criss-cross design to announce her engagement with Prince Harry. At the Duke of Westminster and Olivia Henson’s wedding Eugenie chose the same style from the Italian shoe brand. With a four-inch heel and delicate straps that tie at the back of the ankle, they're the perfect wedding guest shoe.