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