Serena Williams just gave Meghan Markle this piece of advice – Evening Standard
Click Here for the Post https://www.standard.co.uk/insider/alist/serena-williams-told-meghan-markle-to-stop-being-so-nice-a4011211.htmlSpeaking to People at the launch of her new clothing line ‘Serena’ at Art Basel Miami Beach, the tennis star revealed the Duchess of Sussex is still her old self, despite the enormous life changes she has experienced in the last year.
“I’m like, ‘How are you?’ and she’s like, ‘No, how are you?’ and I’m like, ‘You’re so sweet, but I’m really asking – how are YOU?’” Serena revealed.
“I’m like, ‘Meghan, stop being so nice…you’re the pregnant one, aren’t you supposed to have hormones, why are you so sweet?’ But that’s always been her.”
Hannah Davis, Nina Agdal, Serena Williams, Meghan Markle and Shay Mitchell at DirecTV Beach Bowl, 2014 (Getty Images)
Williams, who is mother to one-year-old Alexis Olympia, insisted too, that although she has given Meghan plenty of parenting tips, the Duchess “still gives me more advice”.
This isn’t the first time Williams has spoken publicly about the advice she has given Meghan. When the former Suits actress started dating Prince Harry, she apparently consulted the tennis ace on how to deal with the paparazzi.
As Williams revealed to Vanity Fair last year, “I told her, ‘You’ve got to be who you are, Meghan. You can’t hide.’”
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For their final 76th engagement of the tour Meghan and Harry cut a casual figure as they visited Redwoods Treewalk
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Meghan wore a puffer jacket by Norrona and black skinny jeans
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Coupled with a pair of smoking slippers by US brand Birdies Slippers
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Meghan’s second outfit of the day was a Givenchy ensemble made up of a striking cobalt blue pleated skirt and matching top
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She paired the dress with navy suede shoes by Manolo Blahnik
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For the final day Meghan’s hair was fashioned in her signature messy bun
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For the first engagement on their last day Meghan wore a navy asymmetric dress by Stella McCartney
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Meghan was also gifted a woven Korowai, a Māori cloak honouring her as a great leader
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She also wore a Pounamu Kouma necklace made by leading Māori designer Kiri Nathan
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Meghan arrived at the Auckland War Memorial for the evening reception in a Antonio Berardi dress
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She accessorised with a clutch bag and sported a bolder lipstick than usual
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During the day Meghan wore J Crew jeans and a Karen Walker blazer
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She kept things simple with her hair in a ponytail
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For the wet weather Meghan also donned a pair of wellies by Muck Boots
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Back in a trusty trench coat, Meghan opted for a design by British brand Burberry
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She paired the outerwear with a white dress by Brandon Maxwell
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And shoes by Stuart Weitzman
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The Duchess of Sussex chose another tuxedo dress for a visit to Courtenay Creative, a film production company in Wellington
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The bespoke white blazer dress was by Maggie Marilyn, an ethical New Zealand designer
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She kept the look simple, opting for a plain pair of court shoes and her hair in the low bun
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For the afternoon visit to Abel Tasman National Park Meghan wrapped up in a waterproof jacket by Seasalt Cornwall, Outland Denim jeans and Stan Smith x Stella McCartney trainers
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Her hair was kept in a casual ponytail
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For the morning Meghan re-wore her Outland Denim jeans and a cosy black jumper by Australian brand Jac and Jack
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She covered up in a khaki trench coat by Club Monaco
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And sported a statement pair of heeled boots by Stuart Weitzman
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Meghan wore a custom deep blue Gabriela Hearst dress and Dior clutch bag to the evening reception at Government House
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The look was accessorised with a Maori design necklace
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And her hair was styled in loose waves
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Meghan departed the plane wearing an ASOS maternity black dress
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For the majority of the day Meghan covered up in a checked trench coat by New Zealand designer Karen Walker
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She also sported Birks earrings and a polished bun
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For her Sydney departure, the Duchess of Sussex wore nude heels and teamed them with the BOSS by Hugo Boss Slim-Fit Soft Jersey Dress in burgundy, the perfect comfy dress for a flight
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Meghan spoke at the 2018 Invictus Games Closing Ceremony wearing an Antonio Berardi tuxedo-style dress
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Meghan attended the Invictus Games wheelchair basketball finals wearing a Scanlan Theodore jacket
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She accessorised her look with a half up-half down hairstyle, Sarah Flint heels and Shaun Leane earrings
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Meghan had a princess-perfect moment in an Oscar de la Renta gown
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The dress was delicately adorned with laser cut birds and featured a billowing tulle skirt
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Her dark locks were fashioned into loose waves
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Meghan changed into a sky blue shirt dress by Veronica Beard for the couple’s afternoon in Tonga
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Her hair and natural make-up stayed the same throughout their multiple engagements
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Meghan started the day in a cotton dress with khaki stripes by Martin Grant
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With her hair styled into a sleek ponytail
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She also carried a Prada clutch bag
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For her first evening in Tonga Meghan donned a elegant white evening gown by Theia
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She accessorised the dress with a Givenchy clutch and aquamarine ring that once belonged to Princess Diana
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The duchess also chose to wear her hair in a simple bun and sported a nude lip
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Arriving in Tonga the duchess changed into a striking red dress from Self-Portrait
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The colour was a nod to Tongan red and featured delicate lace detail
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For the couple’s final engagement in Fiji Meghan wore a forest green dress by Jason Wu
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She accessorised with gold leaf earrings and kept her makeup minimal
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For a visit to a market in Suva Meghan wore a bohemian floral dress by Figue
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During a welcome ceremony she was given a floral garland to wear around her shoulders
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Her bag was from the local Suva market
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She completed the look with a floral updo
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Meghan stunned in a regal blue dress with a sweeping cape by London-based brand Safiyaa for her first state dinner
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She paired the dress with statement earrings that are thought to have been borrowed from the Queen
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Meghan arrived in Fiji wearing a white dress by Australian brand Zimmerman
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She accessorised with a Stephen Jones hat, a bracelet given to her by Prince Charles and pearl earrings that had been gifted by the Queen
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For her second outfit of the day on Fraser Island Meghan wore a striped dress by Reformation
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She paired the beach-ready number with Sarah Flint sandals and Karen Walker sunglasses
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Meghan arrived on Fraser Island in a burgundy polka dot dress by high street store & Other Stories
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To watch the sailing event at the Invictus Games Meghan dressed down in black jeans, a Superdry jacket and Veja trainers
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For the Invictus Games reception Meghan smartened up the skinny jeans with a striped blazer by L’Agence and recycled her striped handbag by Australian designer Oroton
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For the event she had her hair swept up in her signature messy bun and kept her make-up minimal
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To the Invictus Games opening ceremony Meghan wore a Stella McCartney dress and Gillian Anderson x Winser London coat
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She accessorised the look with sapphire drop earrings by Birks
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Meghan arrived at the JLR Drive Day at Cockatoo Island in a pair of black jeans by Mother Denim, an Invictus Games shirt and white Altuzarra blazer
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She kept her hair loose and accessorised with a pair of sunglasses by Illesteva
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To the official opening of the refurbished ANZAC Memorial Meghan wore a chic all-black look
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She paired the Emelia Wickstead dress with a Philip Treacy headpiece
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And accessorised with her Givenchy satin clutch
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During a visit to Macarthur Girls High School Meghan changed into a A-line blue dress by British brand Roksanda
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She kept her look minimal, with her hair in a half-up half-down style
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The couple started their day with a trip to Bondi Beach where Meghan wore a striped maxi dress by Martin Grant
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She paired the dress with beach-ready espadrille wedges
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And once again wore her hair in a sleek ponytail
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As she talked to members of OneWave she also wore a pink flower garland
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Meghan wore a dress by Australian designer Dion Lee to attend a reception at Government House
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To greet members of the public she covered up in a Martin Grant trench coat
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With her hair styled into relaxed waves
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For a trip to the beach Meghan changed into a Club Monaco dress
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And opted for sensible black pumps by sustainable brand Rothy’s
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Meghan arrived in Dubbo wearing a blazer by Serena Williams
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And a pair of black jeans by ethical Australian brand Outland Denim
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During a farm tour the duchess showed off an oversized white shirt by Kitsuné
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Meghan changed into a Brandon Maxwell dress for an afternoon reception
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Her hair was worn in a messy up-do
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And accessorised with Princess Diana’s jewellery
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During the Welcome Event at Admiralty House Meghan wore a white dress by Karen Gee
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Meghan then wrapped up in a trench coat by Martin Grant to greet the public outside Sydney Opera House
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She finished off the look with a pair of nude stilettos
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And accessorised with a gold bangle that used to belong to Princess Diana
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For their final 76th engagement of the tour Meghan and Harry cut a casual figure as they visited Redwoods Treewalk
Getty Images
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Meghan wore a puffer jacket by Norrona and black skinny jeans
Getty Images
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Coupled with a pair of smoking slippers by US brand Birdies Slippers
Getty Images
4/92
Meghan’s second outfit of the day was a Givenchy ensemble made up of a striking cobalt blue pleated skirt and matching top
Getty Images
5/92
She paired the dress with navy suede shoes by Manolo Blahnik
Getty Images
6/92
For the final day Meghan’s hair was fashioned in her signature messy bun
Getty Images
7/92
For the first engagement on their last day Meghan wore a navy asymmetric dress by Stella McCartney
Getty Images
8/92
Meghan was also gifted a woven Korowai, a Māori cloak honouring her as a great leader
Getty Images
9/92
She also wore a Pounamu Kouma necklace made by leading Māori designer Kiri Nathan
Getty Images
10/92
Meghan arrived at the Auckland War Memorial for the evening reception in a Antonio Berardi dress
PA Wire/PA Images
11/92
She accessorised with a clutch bag and sported a bolder lipstick than usual
PA Wire/PA Images
12/92
During the day Meghan wore J Crew jeans and a Karen Walker blazer
PA Wire/PA Images
13/92
She kept things simple with her hair in a ponytail
PA Wire/PA Images
14/92
For the wet weather Meghan also donned a pair of wellies by Muck Boots
PA Wire/PA Images
15/92
Back in a trusty trench coat, Meghan opted for a design by British brand Burberry
Getty Images
16/92
She paired the outerwear with a white dress by Brandon Maxwell
Getty Images
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And shoes by Stuart Weitzman
PA Wire/PA Images
18/92
The Duchess of Sussex chose another tuxedo dress for a visit to Courtenay Creative, a film production company in Wellington
Getty Images
19/92
The bespoke white blazer dress was by Maggie Marilyn, an ethical New Zealand designer
Getty Images
20/92
She kept the look simple, opting for a plain pair of court shoes and her hair in the low bun
Getty Images
21/92
For the afternoon visit to Abel Tasman National Park Meghan wrapped up in a waterproof jacket by Seasalt Cornwall, Outland Denim jeans and Stan Smith x Stella McCartney trainers
Getty Images
22/92
Her hair was kept in a casual ponytail
Getty Images
23/92
For the morning Meghan re-wore her Outland Denim jeans and a cosy black jumper by Australian brand Jac and Jack
Getty Images
24/92
She covered up in a khaki trench coat by Club Monaco
Getty Images
25/92
And sported a statement pair of heeled boots by Stuart Weitzman
Getty Images
26/92
Meghan wore a custom deep blue Gabriela Hearst dress and Dior clutch bag to the evening reception at Government House
Getty
27/92
The look was accessorised with a Maori design necklace
Getty Images
28/92
And her hair was styled in loose waves
Getty
29/92
Meghan departed the plane wearing an ASOS maternity black dress
Getty Images
30/92
For the majority of the day Meghan covered up in a checked trench coat by New Zealand designer Karen Walker
Getty
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She also sported Birks earrings and a polished bun
Getty Images
32/92
For her Sydney departure, the Duchess of Sussex wore nude heels and teamed them with the BOSS by Hugo Boss Slim-Fit Soft Jersey Dress in burgundy, the perfect comfy dress for a flight
Getty
33/92
Meghan spoke at the 2018 Invictus Games Closing Ceremony wearing an Antonio Berardi tuxedo-style dress
Getty
34/92
Meghan attended the Invictus Games wheelchair basketball finals wearing a Scanlan Theodore jacket
Getty
35/92
She accessorised her look with a half up-half down hairstyle, Sarah Flint heels and Shaun Leane earrings
Getty
36/92
Meghan had a princess-perfect moment in an Oscar de la Renta gown
EPA
37/92
The dress was delicately adorned with laser cut birds and featured a billowing tulle skirt
Ian Vogler / Daily Mirror
38/92
Her dark locks were fashioned into loose waves
EPA
39/92
Meghan changed into a sky blue shirt dress by Veronica Beard for the couple’s afternoon in Tonga
Getty Images
40/92
Her hair and natural make-up stayed the same throughout their multiple engagements
Getty Images
41/92
Meghan started the day in a cotton dress with khaki stripes by Martin Grant
Getty Images
42/92
With her hair styled into a sleek ponytail
Getty Images
43/92
She also carried a Prada clutch bag
Getty Images
44/92
For her first evening in Tonga Meghan donned a elegant white evening gown by Theia
PA Wire/PA Images
45/92
She accessorised the dress with a Givenchy clutch and aquamarine ring that once belonged to Princess Diana
PA Wire/PA Images
46/92
The duchess also chose to wear her hair in a simple bun and sported a nude lip
PA Wire/PA Images
47/92
Arriving in Tonga the duchess changed into a striking red dress from Self-Portrait
Getty Images
48/92
The colour was a nod to Tongan red and featured delicate lace detail
Getty Images
49/92
For the couple’s final engagement in Fiji Meghan wore a forest green dress by Jason Wu
Getty Images
50/92
She accessorised with gold leaf earrings and kept her makeup minimal
Getty Images
51/92
For a visit to a market in Suva Meghan wore a bohemian floral dress by Figue
Getty Images
52/92
During a welcome ceremony she was given a floral garland to wear around her shoulders
Getty Images
53/92
Her bag was from the local Suva market
Getty Images
54/92
She completed the look with a floral updo
AFP/Getty Images
55/92
Meghan stunned in a regal blue dress with a sweeping cape by London-based brand Safiyaa for her first state dinner
Getty Images
56/92
She paired the dress with statement earrings that are thought to have been borrowed from the Queen
Getty Images
57/92
Meghan arrived in Fiji wearing a white dress by Australian brand Zimmerman
Getty Images
58/92
She accessorised with a Stephen Jones hat, a bracelet given to her by Prince Charles and pearl earrings that had been gifted by the Queen
Getty Images
59/92
For her second outfit of the day on Fraser Island Meghan wore a striped dress by Reformation
PA Wire/PA Images
60/92
She paired the beach-ready number with Sarah Flint sandals and Karen Walker sunglasses
PA Wire/PA Images
61/92
Meghan arrived on Fraser Island in a burgundy polka dot dress by high street store & Other Stories
Media-Mode / SplashNews.com
62/92
To watch the sailing event at the Invictus Games Meghan dressed down in black jeans, a Superdry jacket and Veja trainers
PA Wire/PA Images
63/92
For the Invictus Games reception Meghan smartened up the skinny jeans with a striped blazer by L’Agence and recycled her striped handbag by Australian designer Oroton
PA Wire/PA Images
64/92
For the event she had her hair swept up in her signature messy bun and kept her make-up minimal
PA Wire/PA Images
65/92
To the Invictus Games opening ceremony Meghan wore a Stella McCartney dress and Gillian Anderson x Winser London coat
PA Wire/PA Images
66/92
She accessorised the look with sapphire drop earrings by Birks
AFP/Getty Images
67/92
Meghan arrived at the JLR Drive Day at Cockatoo Island in a pair of black jeans by Mother Denim, an Invictus Games shirt and white Altuzarra blazer
Getty Images
68/92
She kept her hair loose and accessorised with a pair of sunglasses by Illesteva
Getty Images for the Invictus Ga
69/92
To the official opening of the refurbished ANZAC Memorial Meghan wore a chic all-black look
AFP/Getty Images
70/92
She paired the Emelia Wickstead dress with a Philip Treacy headpiece
AFP/Getty Images
71/92
And accessorised with her Givenchy satin clutch
Getty Images
72/92
During a visit to Macarthur Girls High School Meghan changed into a A-line blue dress by British brand Roksanda
Getty Images
73/92
She kept her look minimal, with her hair in a half-up half-down style
Getty Images
74/92
The couple started their day with a trip to Bondi Beach where Meghan wore a striped maxi dress by Martin Grant
Getty Images
75/92
She paired the dress with beach-ready espadrille wedges
Getty Images
76/92
And once again wore her hair in a sleek ponytail
Getty Images
77/92
As she talked to members of OneWave she also wore a pink flower garland
Getty Images
78/92
Meghan wore a dress by Australian designer Dion Lee to attend a reception at Government House
Getty Images
79/92
To greet members of the public she covered up in a Martin Grant trench coat
Getty Images
80/92
With her hair styled into relaxed waves
Getty Images
81/92
For a trip to the beach Meghan changed into a Club Monaco dress
Getty Images
82/92
And opted for sensible black pumps by sustainable brand Rothy’s
Getty Images
83/92
Meghan arrived in Dubbo wearing a blazer by Serena Williams
AFP/Getty Images
84/92
And a pair of black jeans by ethical Australian brand Outland Denim
Getty Images
85/92
During a farm tour the duchess showed off an oversized white shirt by Kitsuné
Getty Images
86/92
Meghan changed into a Brandon Maxwell dress for an afternoon reception
Getty Images
87/92
Her hair was worn in a messy up-do
Getty Images
88/92
And accessorised with Princess Diana’s jewellery
Getty Images
89/92
During the Welcome Event at Admiralty House Meghan wore a white dress by Karen Gee
Getty Images
90/92
Meghan then wrapped up in a trench coat by Martin Grant to greet the public outside Sydney Opera House
AFP/Getty Images
91/92
She finished off the look with a pair of nude stilettos
Getty Images
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And accessorised with a gold bangle that used to belong to Princess Diana
AFP/Getty Images
