How Kate Middleton stole the fashion crown from Meghan Markle and ways you can copy her style

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MEGHAN and Harrys departure might have hogged the royal spotlight this year, but Kate is officially making her comeback.

The Duchess of Cambridge has rolled up her silk blouse sleeves and snatched the style crown back with eye-catching outfits that prove shes not taking a backseat at the hands of Megxit.

The mum-of-three’s outfits often sell out after she wears them – dubbed the ‘Kate effect’

Since the announcement of the Sussex stepping down and heading off to Canada, the 38-year-old has gone bolder with her looks than ever before.

With rumours circulating that Meghan is lining up a clothing range and fashion designer pal Misha Nonoo already teasing a special collaboration in Canada Kates fresh look is sure giving Meghan a run for her money as the most stylish member of the royal family.

Its been a rocky road for the Duchess who favoured traditional tweeds, frumpy frocks and THOSE boring nude court shoes.

Last year, we saw Kate take her wardrobe up a notch with the helping hand of former Vogue alumni Virginia Chadwych-Healy, dressing in flashy designer labels including Gucci and Prada, to rival her new princess pal.

The Duchess looks just as good in a pair of jeans as she does in an evening gown

But since her trusty stylist Natasha Archer has returned from maternity leave, Kate, 38, has rekindled her love for the high street with Zara and Jigsaw making the cut.

Subtle tweaks have made her outfits feel more current and on-trend than ever with bold prints, knee-high boots and fashion jewellery leading her look.

As the Kate effect is back in full force with her outfits selling out, theres no need to worry as the high street has similar alternatives to help you get the Megxit makeover, too.

We reveal how to wear them and what makes Kates look so great.

Look one

Kate dazzled in this floor length red dress at a summit held at the palace

Last week Kate wore an embellished evening dress by Needle and Thread for the African Investment Summit at Buckingham Palace.

Usually one for a plain, fitted frock in muted hues, this bold midi dress makes a serious statement.

The sheer tulle on the arms gives it as fresh, dare we say it, sexier feel while the embellishment shows she is no longer a fashion wallflower.

This look means business.

If you’ve got a party or event coming up this dress will surely turn heads
  • Monsoon Jessa Linear Long Sleeve Maxi Dress – Red, Very, 280 – buy now
  • Red Suedette Stiletto Court Shoes, New Look, 17.99 – buy now
  • Oversized Double Pearl Earrings, 6, Boohoo – buy now

Look two

Kate was bang on trend with this toasty camel coat

Kate spent time at a womens prison in Surrey and kept her look sharp in a camel coat.

Biscuit shades are a huge trend this season and her tailored look is perfect for an official visit – a step up from 2015, where she visited the same prison in an awkward traditional tweed, pencil dress that looked totally out of place for the visit.

And rather than twee diamonds or dated jewellery, the gold disc necklace brings her look right up to date as this is the only accessory to be seen in this season.

Cleverly wearing it over her roll neck jumpers means this is a modern outfit that we would recommend everyone invest in this year.

A camel coat and black boots are a timeless combination
  • Coat, ASOS, 65 – buy now
  • Gold Coin Pendant Necklace, New Look, 2.99 – buy now
  • Calf High Rouched Boots, Boohoo, 38 – buy now

Look three

We’re digging this smart casual look from Kate – with the leopard print a refreshing twist on her wardrobe