This $65 H&M Dress Is a Dead Ringer for Meghan Markle's Sold-Out Version
Whether you're in the public eye or not, there's something to be said for having a recognizable signature style. Whether your style is broadly defined as classic, sporty, or bohemian, or super specific combinations like ankle-length dresses with boots or high-waist jeans with boxy tees, there's a lot of value in knowing what makes you look and feel your best.
Long before she was one of the most recognizable faces around the world, Meghan Markle honed her personal style, focusing on modern interpretations of traditional silhouettes. And, while her wardrobe ranges from casual to custom, there is a particular style that stands out as quintessentially Meg: the trench coat dress.
The duchess has worn several trench-inspired dresses, but the public first took notice of them when she stepped out in a sleeveless midi-length design by House of Nonie in 2018. In subsequent years, Markle has been photographed wearing this style of dress from brands as accessible as Banana Republic to designer labels like Wales Bonner, which she chose to wear for baby Archie's debut.
While Banana Republic's version is currently sold out, this classic design can be found at an array of retailers and price points. As springtime and sunshine call for shorter hemlines and lightweight fabrics, we're excited to step into H&M's linen version of the sleeveless belted style. But, if that's not the right fit, there are plenty of affordable trench-inspired dresses to try on at Zara, Mango, and even Uniqlo, not to mention a few pricer designer versions.
Keep scrolling for 10 of our favorite Markle-inspired trench coat dresses, and prepare to suit up in style this season.
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Another lovely linen number, this Zara version is the perfect combination of the trench and utility-inspired look.
We know no trench roundup is complete without a classic Burberry design.
Zara's army green trench dress is giving off summer safari vibes in the best way.
Another interpretation of the classic style from Banana Republic, one of Markle's favorite affordable brands.
The midi dress is so versatile. It can be dressed up with pumps or kept casual with simple flat sandals.
This black dress exudes superior trench influence thanks to the tortoise shell buckle and buttons.
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Drew Elovitz is originally from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, but has spent the last decade living and working in New York City. She earned a master's degree in media and popular culture from New York University, then began her career on the internet as the Twitter voice of Barbie. She worked previously at Who What Wear as the director of content strategy and also spent several years leading the social media teams at Teen Vogue and Entertainment Weekly. You'll find her byline on the site around topics such as celebrity fashion, must-have basics, beauty favorites (particularly nail polish), and wellness tips and tricks. Her personal style tends to favor the classics: She loves crisp white button-downs, sneakers, and skinny jeans—and no look is complete without a great pair of oversize sunglasses and a trusty leather jacket. After she finishes reading the entire internet every day, she can be found dining out at her favorite restaurants, trying new beauty treatments, or indulging her historical-fiction habit.
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