Meghan Markle's celebrity friends arrive in New York ahead of baby shower


What a special time!


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Andrea Caamano
Andrea CaamanoDigital Content Director
February 19, 2019
Two women, one in a black coat and the other in a red dress, both wearing sunglasses, walking outside a building. The woman in the black coat is holding a white handbag.© Photo: Getty Images

The Duchess of Sussex is preparing to celebrate her baby shower in New York City this week, surrounded by 15 of her closest friends. And ahead of the big do, Meghan's pals have been arriving at The Mark Hotel, where the Duchess is staring. Her former Suits co-star, Abigail Spencer, was the first to arrive around midday on Tuesday; she treated the pregnant royal to lunch at The Surrey Hotel. Following their intimate catch up, the duo headed back to the hotel and shortly after 4pm, the first guests began to arrive.

Preparations for the lavish affair, which is being held this week, began early on Tuesday when Meghan received her first shower present, a stunning crib!

Scroll down to see all the guests arriving in New York to celebrate baby Sussex.

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, wearing sunglasses and a black coat, walks down a sidewalk with a crowd of photographers.© Photo: Getty Images

Meghan's coat is a stunning vintage piece by Courreges, from 1965. She is thought to have picked it from her favourite boutique, William Vintage. She also carried a tote bag by Carolina Herrera, and wore Le Specs sunglasses.

Woman in black coat and red scarf walking on city street, holding red folder.© Photo: HELLO!

Misha Nonoo arrived just after 4pm on Tuesday. The designer was the first guest to arrive, following Abigail Spencer, who had treated Meghan to a special lunch earlier in the day.

Serena Williams, wearing glasses and a black coat, walks with a woman in a black coat and scarf.© Photo: Getty Images

Tennis star Serena Williams is pictured arriving at the hotel later in the evening. She headed out for dinner with Meghan, Abigail, Misha, Jessica Mulroney and Markus Anderson at The Polo Bar at around 7pm.

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, in a black coat and boots, holding a black handbag, walks with a man in a suit and tie.© Photo: Getty Images

There was an outfit change for the gorgeous mum-to-be for dinner - she wore her beloved Victoria Beckham coat, Tamara Mellon boots and a Stella McCartney handbag.

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, in a navy coat and black boots, walks with a man in a denim jacket and beanie, both smiling.© Photo: Getty Images

Meghan pictured with close friend Markus Anderson, who is the global membership director for private members' club Soho House.

Abigail Spencer in a plaid coat and black pants, walking with two other people.© Photo: Splash

Jessica and Abigail are seen leaving the Polo Bar after having dinner with the Duchess.

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