How to ‘polish’ your style, just like Meghan Markle
When Meghan Markle fell in love with Prince Harry and agreed to be his wife, little did she know how much it would affect her style…
Yes, she was already familiar with formal outfits in Suits, but even this was far too sexy: she had to make subtle changes to add some royal elegance to her look. Keep scrolling to read five ways she turned her style from celeb siren to polished princess – they may be just what you need to add some class to your workwear or formal dressing too.
1. Pay attention to well-groomed hands
If the other royal women are anything to go by, Meghan will no longer be wearing brightly coloured polish. It may not be as strict with our jobs, but be sure to still pay attention to neat and well-painted nails.
2. Adapt to your environment
When everyone in your new job comes to work in chic Louboutins, you probably shouldn’t turn up in scruffy trainers. The same goes for vice versa! Always read the room and stick to the dress code.
Iro
Iro Woman Romy Suede Sandals Black Size 40
$445.00
The Outnet
Gianvito Rossi
Gianvito 105 printed suede pumps
$745.00
Mytheresa
Gianvito Rossi
Anna suede slingback pumps Red
$695.00
Mytheresa
Flattered
Odina Leather Black
$179.00
Flattered
3. Bright colours are friendly
Meghan knows that a more colourful (yet smart) top looks best under a dark trouser suit or blazer. This is how to look fresh and positive rather than stern and unapproachable.
Maje
Maje Woman Ruched Polka-dot Plissé-satin Top Red Size 3
$225.00
The Outnet
Rixo
Payton Printed Crepe Blouse - Blue - x large
$220.00
NET-A-PORTER
Rag & Bone
Rag & Bone Woman Maris Ruched Silk Top Burgundy Size 00 Red
$350.00
The Outnet
4. Pay attention to what you reveal about yourself on social media… Because everyone can see! Meghan had to delete all her accounts as the future princess. She’s also not allowed to use a smartphone in public – this is considered vulgar for a royal. Perhaps a good rule to live by in the office too?
5. If you’re wearing a shorter dress at work, ALWAYS wear tights. In that respect, we are absolutely united with the royals!!
Hanes
Hanes Pantyhose, Ab, Black
$11.00
JCPenney
Ann Taylor Factory
Essential Tights Brown
$16.99
Ann Taylor Factory
Hanes
Hanes Pantyhose, Ab, Brown
$11.00
JCPenney
Wolford
Fatal 50 seamless tights - Black
$54.00
Farfetch
-20%
Self Portrait
Lace minidress Yellow
$444.00
$555.00
Mytheresa
Sea New York
Lace White Top Size XS
$141.82
HEWI
-30%
Self Portrait
Embellished midi dress Yellow
$486.00
$695.00
Mytheresa
-30%
Self Portrait
Belted denim bustier dress Blue
$434.00
$620.00
Mytheresa
-30%
Polo Ralph Lauren
Cotton T-shirt dress Red
$301.00
$430.00
Mytheresa
Sea New York
Imogen Ramie Midi Dress Blue
$375.00
Bergdorf Goodman
-30%
Self Portrait
Lace-trimmed off-shoulder midi dress Red
$455.00
$650.00
Mytheresa
Polo Ralph Lauren
Striped Cotton Canvas Tote Bag
$398.00
Neiman Marcus
-20%
Self Portrait
Belted denim midi dress Blue
$444.00
$555.00
Mytheresa
Norma Kamali
Bias Strapless Gown Yellow
$350.00
Anthropologie
