Meghan Markle's best ever red carpet moments before she joined the royal family

How she used to dress for red carpet events...

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December 28, 2018
Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, smiling with long brown hair and makeup.© Photo: Getty Images

The former Meghan Markle may be our new Duchess of Sussex, but that doesn't mean we have to forget all about her previous life as an A-list actress! Meghan of course rose to fame playing Rachel Zane on law firm drama Suits, and made many a red carpet appearance in her time – from film premieres to fashion week. And while her new wardrobe has meant there are some subtle changes to the way she dresses, we can certainly see some similarities between her red carpet and royal style – from her strappy heels to her sleek, modern hairstyles.

Meghan once said of her go-to style: "I think as you get older you feel more confident and you don't need to put that much effort in - to be able to throw your hair up in that very French way doing things. If your outfit is on point, one thing has to be off for you to look perfect." We couldn't agree more! Scroll down through the gallery to see her signature looks on the red carpet, wearing everything from minidresses to jumpsuits and leather trousers...

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, stands in a red dress at an event, holding a clutch.

Matching her lips with her brocade, crimson-red dress.

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, in a black off-shoulder gown at an event.

Rocking a chic twist on the LBD.

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex in a red dress walking with a man in a white shirt.

Lady in red! It was all eyes on Meghan in this number.

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, in a red off-shoulder dress and black sandals, holding a clutch, at an event.

Demonstrating the power of a colourblock creation.

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex stands in a room wearing a light pink dress and sandals.

Meghan goes for an all-out pale-and-interesting look.

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, stands in a blue dress, smiling in a dining room.

Embracing the cold shoulder trend in this electric blue dress.

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, stands on a red carpet in a white outfit, smiling.

Meghan looked fashion-forward in this all-white, voluminous look.

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, stands smiling in a black dress and colorful shoes in front of a 'Good Together' banner.

Rocking a chic LBD.

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, smiling on a red carpet in a white dress and jacket.

Meghan gave a masterclass in perfecting the shoulder-robing trend.

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, smiling in a black dress at an event.

Proving that simple is oh-so-chic in a black, off-the-shoulder dress.

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, in a teal gown, smiling on a red carpet.

Pulling off a fishtail dress to perfection.

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, stands in a white dress and beige heels, holding a clutch.

Embracing neutral tones in this chic ensemble.

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, smiling in a black and white dress at an event.

Meghan made monochrome magic in this bodycon dress.

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, in a silver dress and heels, holding a clutch.

Showing off her long legs in a glitzy minidress.

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, in a black strapless dress, holding a gold clutch, standing on a red carpet.

The actress showed off her incredible physique in this stapless dress.

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, in a one-shoulder dress, standing on a red carpet at an event.

The star matched her heels to her satin dress.

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, in a green dress and black sleeves, posing with a gold clutch at an event.

Meghan wore her hair up, giving centre stage to her illusion dress.

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, stands in a black two-piece outfit against a white backdrop.

Showing off her abs in a crop-top ensemble.

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, in a white dress and gold heels, standing on a red carpet.

White hot! Meghan turned heads on the red carpet in an ivory minidress in 2013.

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, stands on a blue carpet in a black and white dress and black heels.

A sweet, girly look for Meghan at a red carpet bash. 

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, in a purple dress at an event, holding a clutch.

Meghan dazzled in this deep pink satin number.

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, in a black sequined off-shoulder dress at an event.

Grease vibes on a red carpet in 2012!

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, in a purple dress, posing with a clutch at an event.

Sporting a slinky purple gown in 2012.

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