Workwear ideas from the royals: From Kate Middleton to Meghan Markle


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Megan Bull
Megan BullTV Writer
September 8, 2020
Kate Middleton, wearing a blue coat and black pants, walking down a street.© Photo: Getty Images

Heading back to the office? After months of working from home, it's finally time to ditch that lockdown loungewear! We're taking workwear inspiration from our favourite royals this autumn. Kate Middleton's a pro at putting together the perfect desk-to-daywear ensemble  – think high-waisted trousers, billowing blouses, and fitted blazers. As for Meghan Markle, no one rocks a pencil skirt like the Duchess! We've combed through our royal style archives to find the best and brightest outfits perfect for the coming seasons...

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Workwear inspiration: The Duchess of Cambridge 

Back in January, Duchess Kate donned a vibrant teal coat for a visit to Stockwell Gardens Nursery and Pre-School. Looking as lovely as ever, the mum-of-three completed her ensemble with a Sézane merino wool jumper, black skinny jeans, and Chelsea boots from Russell & Bromley.

A woman in a maroon top and green culottes stands by a blue car, holding a red purse.© Photo: Getty Images

Kate's pretty much an expert when it comes to color-blocking, and we're still obsessed with this outfit. Nailing her autumnal look, she tucked her burgundy jumper into forest green Jigsaw culottes, accessorising with her trusty Tod's pumps and a matching Chanel handbag.

Kate Middleton, wearing a black plaid coat and skirt, smiles as she steps out of a car.© Photo: Getty Images

Heading to Evelina London, Kate recycled her favourite Dolce & Gabbana co-ord, which consisted of a button-up jacket and a matching flared skirt. Her hair was teased in a half-up, half-down style and her makeup looked as flawless as ever! 

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Kate Middleton in a red suit and dress, holding a clutch, walks with security.© Photo: Getty Images

Ravishing in red, the Duchess certainly looked the part when she stepped out in an Armani pencil skirt complete with a ruched, round collar blazer. Keeping her accessories neutral, she sported a textured woven clutch by Etui Bags and her Rupert Sanderson Malory pumps.

Kate Middleton, wearing a white shirt, gray blazer, and maroon pants, smiles while walking.© Photo: Getty Images

Last year Kate attended Shout's Crisis Volunteer celebration event alongside Prince William. Effortlessly elegant, she donned a simple white top, a grey check blazer by Smythe and a pair of burgundy cropped trousers from Joseph, as well as black block heel shoes.

Kate Middleton in purple blouse and black pants, smiling and holding a purse.© Photo: Getty Images

You can never go wrong with a pussy-bow blouse! Looking oh-so-glamorous, Kate visited the Henry Fawcett Children's Centre, tucking this silky Gucci number into navy high waisted trousers from Jigsaw. 

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Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, in a black suit, holding a clutch, standing by a blue car.© Photo: Getty Images

Workwear inspiration: The Duchess of Sussex

Love a power suit? We're taking major style cues from the Duchess of Sussex. Attending the WellChild awards at the Royal Lancaster Hotel in 2018, Meghan wore an Altuzarra suit and a blouse by Deitas. 

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, wearing a green blouse and leather skirt, smiles while walking.© Photo: Getty Images

When it comes to wearing pencil skirts, Meghan certainly reigns supreme. Teaming her green blouse from & Other Stories with a matching BOSS leather skirt and a cream coat by Armani, she styled her brunette hair in a loose chignon and opted for natural makeup. 

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, smiling and walking on a basketball court in a red blazer and black pants.© Photo: Getty Images

Searching for a more casual look for the office? Take a leaf out of Meghan's book and pair your black jeans with statement stilettos and a peplum blouse. 

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Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, in a teal skirt and white top, walks with Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, in a blue shirt and gray suit.© Photo: Getty Images

The Duchess showed off her sophisticated sense of style whilst touring Belfast alongside Prince Harry. Donning a blush-pink coat by Mackage for the occasion, she finished her outfit with a dark green flounce skirt by Greta Constantine, a white jumper by Victoria Beckham and rust-hued high heels by Jimmy Choo.

A woman in a pink suit and white shirt walks in an indoor area with brick walls and chairs.© Photo: Getty Images

Workwear inspiration: Queen Letizia of Spain

Pretty in pink, Queen Letizia attended the opening of a new exhibition at the Royal Palace in Madrid. Stepping out in a gorgeous millennial pink Boss blazer complete with tortoiseshell buttons and matching tailored trousers, she accessorised with dusty pink stilettos. 

Felipe VI of Spain in a blue suit and Letizia Ortiz in a teal dress stand together.© Photo: Getty Images

Back in 2019, the mum-of-two recycled her favourite turquoise dress from Hugo Boss. Meeting with members of the Board of Trustees of the Princess of Asturias Foundation, she finished her ensemble with ivory heeled pumps and a clutch bag. 

Sophie, Countess of Wessex, smiling and walking by a car, wearing a black blazer and white skirt.© Photo: Getty Images

Workwear inspiration: The Countess of Wessex 

Understated yet extremely chic, the Countess of Wessex donned a black streamlined blazer and a white pencil skirt to visit Gatten and Lake Primary School in 2014. 

Person with shoulder-length hair in a black coat and polka-dot dress standing by a 'Be Cool, Be Nice' banner.© Photo: Getty Images

Workwear inspiration: Princess Beatrice 

Obsessed with polka dots? Princess Beatrice nailed autumnal dressing when she sported this black-and-red silk dress, which she teamed with a black tailored coat and patent heeled boots. 

Lady Kitty Spencer walks down the street in a white shirt and black and white striped skirt.© Photo: Getty Images

Workwear inspiration:  Lady Kitty Spencer

Back in February, Lady Kitty Spencer was spotted wearing a Tod's leather midi skirt in black and white, complete with a drawstring blouse and cherry red heels. 

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