By Molly Claire Goddard
7:49am PDT, Oct 21, 2025
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Is
Kate Middleton influencing
Meghan Markle? Social media users accused the Duchess of Sussex of copying her sister-in-law's sophisticated style.
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Meghan Markle stepped out in New York City
wearing the vintage black Chanel camera bag and a tan Saint Laurent blazer, both staples of Kate Middleton's. The mother of three rocked the luxury bag during recent meetings with
Donald Trump and the Emir of Qatar
Sheikh Tamim ibn Hamad Al Thani.
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Social media users quickly criticized Meghan Markle for allegedly reproducing Kate Middleton's style. "Meghan Markle has an obsession with Catherine. From copying her makeup and blazer right down to her Chanel bag," one person wrote on X.
"True icons set trends. They do not copy them. The Princess of Wales is an icon. Meghan Markle is just a grifting con," a second said.
"That is the only way Meghan Markle can stay relevant. Copying real fashion icons like future-Queen Catherine," a third added.
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Despite the criticism, many defended Meghan Markle's fashion choices. "Meghan Markle looks beautiful. There is no way she copies Kate, ever," one person wrote on X.
"Love the outfit. Meghan looks great," another added.
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This isn't the first time the ladies have made headlines for their outfits, as Kate Middleton came under fire for taking
inspiration from Meghan Markle. Royal fashion journalist
Alicia Liberty noted how the former Duchess of Cambridge is wearing more tailored suits than her typical dresses and jewel tones. "For two women often pitted against each other, their wardrobes now appear to be speaking the same language. Kate's tonal suiting and minimalist accessories reflect a subtle but undeniable shift toward Meghan's brand of modern royal professionalism," she said.
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Meghan Markle was previously accused of
copying Kate Middleton's lighter hairstyle during an appearance in Santa Barbara. "Meghan strikes again. She's lightened her hair after Princess Catherine," one X user said.
