Meghan Markle & Kate Middleton Copying The Queen’s Timeless Style: Photos Of The Royals Mirroring Her Most Elegant Looks

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January 11, 2023 6:49PM EST

Talk about royal behavior. See how Kate Middleton and Megan Markle have copied Queen Elizabeth’s style over the years.

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Queen Elizabeth II in Bold Yellow

Queen Elizabeth II in Bold Yellow — When you’ve been the longest reigning sovereign in the United Kingdom’s history, you are bound to inspire a few trends. Queen Elizabeth II has been at the heart of so many fashion moments throughout history that it’s truly no wonder that her two granddaughters-in-law take copious notes from the queen’s fashion book and try to employ them in their own style.

Monochromatic looks are always the way to go for the queen, and both Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle have followed suit with their apparel over the years. Whether it’s bright, springtime yellows or muted taupes and black, all three women put their spin on the fashion choices they make, influenced by Queen Elizabeth’s elegant style.

Here, Queen Elizabeth II shows off a look from her brightly colored wardrobe. Her granddaughters-in-law have certainly taken after her style! To see more images featuring how Queen Elizabeth II has influenced Kate and Meghan’s fashion choices, click through the gallery!

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Kate Middleton in Yellow

Kate Middleton in Yellow — Kate Middleton wore a similar yellow dress that looks eerily like one of the Queen’s outfits. The bright color compliment Kate’s complexion.

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Meghan Markle In Yellow

Meghan Markle In Yellow — Meghan Markle wears a yellow dress, similar to what the Queen wore on another occasion. Meghan completed her look with cream-colored heels and her hair pulled back.

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Queen Elizabeth In Orange

Queen Elizabeth In Orange — Queen Elizabeth II is bright in orange during Christmas Day church service at the Sandringham estate in Norfolk, England on Dec. 25, 2017. Her hat matched and underneath she wore a teal dress.

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Kate Middleton In Orange

Kate Middleton In Orange — Catherine Duchess of Cambridge glows in a blood orange dress by British designer Beulah during a reception celebrating UK and Bhutanese friendship and cooperation at the Taj Hotel in Thimpu, Bhutan on Apr. 15, 2016. Her mahogany hair was in glam waves.

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The Queen In A Red Coat

The Queen In A Red Coat — The Queen is stylish in a red coat with fur trim during Christmas Day Service at the Church of St. Mary Magdalene on Sandringham Estate in 2015. She wore little flat Oxfords and carried an umbrella.

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Megan Markle In A Red Gown

Megan Markle In A Red Gown — Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, Duke and Duchess of Sussex, arrive at the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum for the Salute to Freedom Gala, in New York on Nov. 10, 2021. Her full Carolina Herrera look was so glamourous.

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Kate Middleton In A Red Coat Dress

Kate Middleton In A Red Coat Dress — Kate Middleton looks like a holiday treat during Christmas carol service at Westminster Abbey in London on Dec. 8, 2021. Her long Catherine Walker coat dress had a sweet bow at the neck.

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The Queen In A Pink Suit

The Queen In A Pink Suit — Queen Elizabeth II waves to ships as she leaves after the decommissioning ceremony for HMS Ocean at HMNB Devonport in Plymouth on Mar. 27, 2018. Her pink look had black buttons, which she matched to her gloves and purse.

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Megan Markle In Pale Pink

Megan Markle In Pale Pink — Meghan Duchess of Sussex wore an off-the-shoulder Carolina Herrera design to the 2018 Trooping the Colour ceremony in London. Her hat was very minimal and she matched her pale pink manicure to her dress.

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Kate Middleton In Bright Pink

Kate Middleton In Bright Pink — Catherine Duchess of Cambridge is beautiful in a bubblegum shade of pink during the 2017 Trooping the Colour ceremony in London. She teamed her pink Alexander McQueen look with a fun curvy hat.

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The Queen In Purple

The Queen In Purple — Queen Elizabeth II glows in lilac during The Braemar Highland Gathering in Scotland on Sep. 3, 2016. She had on a top hat and pearls.

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Kate Middleton In Purple

Kate Middleton In Purple — Kate Middleton is glowing in a lavender Emilia Wickstead dress during a visit to Germany with Prince William on Jul. 21, 2017. Skin-toned pumps tied the look together along with a red clutch.

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Meghan Markle In Purple

Meghan Markle In Purple — Meghan Duchess of Sussex dons plum Babaton By Aritzia during the opening ceremony of the One Young World Summit at Royal Albert Hall in London on Oct. 22, 2019. Her suede, indigo shoes were by Manolo Blahnik.

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The Queen In Emerald Green

The Queen In Emerald Green — Queen Elizabeth II arrives at Newbury race course wearing a pine green ensemble. It was a chic look for the 2019 event.

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Meghan Markle In Emerald Green

Meghan Markle In Emerald Green — Meghan Duchess of Sussex is stunning in emerald green Emilia Wickstead during the 2020 Commonwealth Day Service at Westminster Abbey in London on Mar. 9, 2020. It was the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s final official engagement as senior royals.

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Kate Middleton In Teal

Kate Middleton In Teal — Kate Middleton wears a blue green to the 1st Battalion Irish Guards during the St. Patrick’s Day Parade at Mons Barracks in Aldershot, UK. Her heels and hat matched perfectly.

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Queen Elizabeth II in a Navy Coat

Queen Elizabeth II in a Navy Coat — Queen Elizabeth II wears a more casual look by rocking a blue coat with her plaid skirt. The sovereign sported the ensemble for a less formal occassion.

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Kate Middelton in a Blue Coat

Kate Middelton in a Blue Coat — Kate Middleton looks gorgeous in this blue coat. The Duchess of Cambridge sported the ensemble for a day out.

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Meghan Markle in a Navy Blue Coat

Meghan Markle in a Navy Blue Coat — Meghan Markle keeps to her true California roots in her wardrobe, but all while taking inspo from the Queen in this jacket! She completed the look with cropped pants and heels.

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Queen Elizabeth & Kate Middleton Wear Black With Camilla

Queen Elizabeth & Kate Middleton Wear Black With Camilla — British Queen Elizabeth II (C) is accompanied by Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall (L) and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge (R) at the Cenotaph during the Remembrance Sunday and Centenary of the Armistice service on Whitehall in London on Nov. 11, 2018. The somber November 11 event marked the 100th anniversary of the First World War Armistice with ceremonies taking place across the world to commemorate the occasion

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Queen Elizabeth II in Pale Blue

Queen Elizabeth II in Pale Blue — Queen Elizabeth II in a lightly hued, pale blue jacket and matching hat. Her hat was, as it often is, embellished with gorgeous flowers.

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Meghan Duchess of Sussex In Black

Meghan Duchess of Sussex In Black — Meghan Duchess of Sussex and Prince Harry appear at the 100th Anniversary of the Royal Air Force in London on Jul. 10, 2018. She wore a boat-neck dress with an A-line skirt and a chic fascinator.

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Kate Middleton in a Dark Look

Kate Middleton in a Dark Look — Kate Middleton looked sleek and stylish in this dark look of her own, including a navy jacket. She accessorized with matching hat, clutch, and gloves.

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Queen Elizabeth In A White Coat Dress

Queen Elizabeth In A White Coat Dress — Queen Elizabeth looks regal in white at the opening ceremony of the 2014 Commonwealth Games on Jul. 23, 2014. She wore a bit hat for the event, which took place in Glasgow, Scotland.

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Kate Middleton In A Cream Coat Dress

Kate Middleton In A Cream Coat Dress — Catherine Duchess of Cambridge is radiant in a white jacket-dress as she and Prince William arrive at Menin Gate in Ypres, Belgium to attend a ceremony marking the centenary of the battle of Passchendaele on Jul. 30, 2017. She wore a red flower broach to mark the occasion.

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Meghan Markle In A Cream Dress

Meghan Markle In A Cream Dress — Meghan Duchess of Sussex visits His Excellency The President of Fiji at Borron House, Suva on Oct. 23, 2018. Her cream dress had longsleeves and a loose miniskirt. She wore a little chapeau.

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Meghan Markle in a White Coat & Hat

Meghan Markle in a White Coat & Hat — Meghan Markle in a white coat and hat, mimicking the looks Queen Elizabeth II wears on most events. She complemented the coat by wearing black underneath.

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Kate Middleton in a Cream-Colored Coat

Kate Middleton in a Cream-Colored Coat — Kate Middleton wore this cream colored coat for an event outside. It was a classic cut and flattered Kate’s figure effortlessly.

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Queen Elizabeth II in Black

Queen Elizabeth II in Black — Queen Elizabeth II attended an important event in a black ensemble featuring a long coat. She fashioned poppies as a lapel on her coat for the occasion.

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Meghan Markle In Black

Meghan Markle In Black — Meghan Markle also wore all-black, along with a poppy brooch. Queen Elizabeth II often wears bright colors, but this monochromatic look is also one the Queen has in her wardrobe.

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Queen Elizabeth II in a Tweed Ensemble

Queen Elizabeth II in a Tweed Ensemble — Queen Elizabeth II looks truly lovely in this taupe tweed coat with matching hat. She sported a black bag, gloves, and shoes to finish off the ensemble.

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Meghan Markle In White Dress

Meghan Markle In White Dress — Meghan Markle is also not shy to wear more taupe colors. Here, Meghan gave her look an elegant, modern spin with her chapeau and and sheer fabric.

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Kate Middleton in a Taupe Ensemble

Kate Middleton in a Taupe Ensemble — Kate Middleton occasionally wears taupe to royal outings, as well. Here, she fashioned a gorgeous dress with matching heels and fascinator.

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