M&S has the best lookalike of Meghan Markle’s new slider sandals

I for one devoured Meghan Markle's highly anticipated Netflix show, With Love, Meghan, and I love that the 43-year-old keeps sharing candid moments from behind the scenes of the the production, from Prince Harry's cute cameo to her children, Archie and Lilibet, cooking in the kitchen or picking strawberries with their mum.

Being a shopping editor, I couldn't help but notice the Duchess of Sussex's tan sandals throughout the show, including as she took her dog Guy for a walk. Yes, I even paused the video and took a screenshot so I could ID them. I'm nothing if not thorough.

I identified Meghan's sandals as the YSL Tribute Sandals, which you probably saw everywhere last summer. Priced at around £650, the Saint Laurent Tribute Open Toe Sandals are such a classic summer shoe that they sold out almost entirely, particularly in Meghan's tan colourway. I tracked them down at FarFetch for £414 / $485 in the tan, but dropping over £400 on a pair of slip-on sandals isn't for everyone, me included.

Turning to the high street, I was pleasantly surprised there's quite a few brilliant YSL Tribute lookalikes for a lot less of the cost. The best pair - and I'm sure one of the comfiest, since their shoes are always praised for being kind to feet - are from M&S. 

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Called simply Flat Mules, they're priced at £35 / $61.99 and feature a similar open toe, wide strap detailing at Meghan's and in a very similar brown shade. Available in UK sizes 3 - 8, they're a simple if classic buy that I guarantee will be worn all summer long. Like Meghan, pop these on with a pair of white jeans and an oversized shirt and they instantly add polish to what is a casual outfit.

M&S Flat Mules

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£35 at M&S

$61.99 at M&S

I recall seeing fashion girls wearing the designer pair on their summer holidays last year too, from the beach to the bar to the buffet, and I think M&S' pair would be ideal to pack for your hol. They'll take up minimal room in your suitcase and a solid pair of flat sandals to wear, whatever the vacation vibe. And everyone knows it's important to buy your swimwear, summer sandals et al now because come July, the best summer fashion is sold out.

For other sandals similar, head to LK Bennett and their 'Amara' tan sandals, £149 / $275. They look really buttery soft leather and have a shape not dissimilar to Meghan's, but with a very slight espadrille sole. I also spotted Accessorize has a pair almost the same, for £32 / $48. Theirs are plain like Meghan's and come in sizes 36-41 and made from sheep's leather. 

Or head to New Look and yet another similar flat sandal. New Look's £12.99 sandals have a little less detail than the originals, but the price is so good! They're also available in more sizes, from a UK 2 - 9 and come in other colours if tan isn't for your aesthetic, including black, white and yellow.

Meghan's not the only celebrity to wear the YSL Tribute. Beyonce, Victoria Beckham, Hilary Duff and Jennifer Lopez have been spotted in them too, proving this is one sandal style to suit everyone.