It’s the end of a chapter for Givenchy’s Artistic Director, Clare Waight Keller, who has stepped down after three years at the eponymous French fashion house. The celebrated designer is responsible for some of Meghan Markle ’s most memorable looks – including her royal wedding dress for marrying Prince Harry , the black, one-shoulder gown she rocked to the British Fashion Awards, and the beige frock she slipped into for her first engagement with Queen Elizabeth. All these looks and more are part of the Duchess of Sussex’s impeccable wardrobe.
There’s no doubt the 38-year-old is a loyal fan of Clare’s timeless and sophisticated designs. Her sartorial eye has accompanied Meghan to many unforgettable events during her time as a senior member of the British royal family. Although it’s unclear what plans she has next, it’s imaginable that Clare’s vision will be followed by many who seek to her elevated designs.
In honor of her departure, we’ve rounded up all the times Meghan trusted Givenchy’s former Creative Director to dress her up.
© GettyImagesThe time she said ‘I do’
With a flattering bateau neckline and slim three-quarter sleeves, Meghan’s wedding dress was a minimalists’ dream. The Duchess’ pristine dress was made of silk and will forever go down in history as an instant classic. Not to mention, it also got Anna Wintour’s seal of approval with her stating: “I think that her choice was brilliant. It was sophisticated, it was chic, it was grown up.
© GettyImagesIn the making
According to the Royal Family, Meghan met the British designer in 2018. Together they worked on every step of her wedding dress, which was distinct to the conventional styles worn by other royal brides. While most opted for lace and decorative details along the cleavage and sleeves, Meghan asked for minimal style.
© GettyImagesOut with the Queen
For her first solo engagement with the Queen, the former Suits actress slipped into a cream-colored dress featuring a cape detail and a sleek skirt. Her sartorial choice for this memorable royal engagement was equal parts elegant and modern.
© GettyImagesRoyal Ascot
For her royal Ascot debut, the brunette beauty slipped into a crisp white button-up dress distinguished by an asymmetrical hemline. The chic get-up cinched at the waist with the help of a slim belt that coordinated with her heels and tiny clutch as well as her two-toned fascinator.
© GettyImagesFirst international trip
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex chose Ireland as their first international affair. For their arrival, Prince Harry’s wife stepped down in a forest green top and matching pencil skirt by Givenchy, which she teamed with polished, tan-colored accessories.
© GettyImagesFashion night
For one of London’s most fashionable nights, the then-pregnant royal appeared at the British Fashion Awards wearing a one-shoulder gown that garnered much attention. Meghan wore the floor-length dress to present her friend with the Designer of the Year award.
© GettyImagesRemembrance Day
Another royal first! For her first Remembrance Day, Prince Harry’s wife respected the fashion rules, but she didn’t let her style down. Meghan chose a sleek structured coat by the French fashion house.
© GettyImagesOn repeat
She wore the same coat for a visit to the University of London on her first engagement as patron for the Association for Commonwealth Universities.
© Chris Jackson/Clarence HouseBirthday portrait
For Prince Charles’ 70th birthday, then royal dressed for the special occasion in a classic yet flattering black and white dress – perfect for the celebratory day.
