It’s been quite the year for Meghan Markle, from giving birth to baby Archie and taking him on the royal tour of southern Africa, to launching her own clothing edit with Smart Works, guest editing Vogue and waging a legal battle against the tabloids with husband Harry, it’s fair to say she’s been in the headlines quite a bit.
Whatever the media threw at her this year, Markle’s superfans made sure she felt their presence by showing up to every public appearance, making every item she wore in public a sell-out success and commenting on, liking and sharing everything posted on @sussexroyal.
If you know someone who got more excited about Meghan and Harry’s wedding than their own, watched Suits before the name Meghan Markle was ever associated with British royalty and can spot a royal re-wear faster than you can say ‘The Tig’ – here are some of Meghan’s favourite beauty, fashion and homeware pieces you should buy them this Christmas.
Meghan Markle Christmas Gift Guide - Grazia
Essie Ballet Slippers Nail Polish - £8
Meghan reportedly wore this nail varnish on her wedding day and for her engagement announcement - Kate and the Queen are said to be fans of it too.
Together: Our Community Cookbook - £10
This book not only has a foreword written by Meghan herself, but all and all profits will help the Hubb Community Kitchen to strengthen lives and communities through cooking, and its won the André Simon Food and Drink book award.
Dr. Bronner’s Pure Castile Liquid Soap In Almond - £12
Markle's former make-up artist Lydia Sellers says this is the soap she uses – and yes it is organic.
The Dress: 100 Iconic Moments in Fashion By Megan Hess - £13
No, this book is not just here because it's by another Meg, it was actually a book Meghan had on display in her Toronto home, as seen on her Instagram feed
Soho Home Country House Teacup and Saucer - £15
Considering Meghan and Harry's Frogmore Cottage was designed by Soho House's former design director Vicky Charles, it's no surprise they have some Soho House pieces around, like this teacup and saucer. And how do we know these are the cups they have? It's all thanks to Meghan's makeup artist Daniel Martin who posted a picture of the tea, avocado on toast and chocolate Meghan made for him when he paid a visit.
M&S Crepe Shift Dress - £20
Part of the capsule collection Meghan picked out for charity Smart Works, this crepe shift dress is a wardrobe staple (and doesn't need ironing!)
Chanel Stylo Yeux Waterproof Long-Lasting Eyeliner - £22
Revealed as a Meghan Markle fave in a Hello Fashion interview in February 2018.
Madewell Stone & Tassel Earrings - £25
Meghan wore these red earrings with a white Hannah Lavery dress for a pop of colour on the Africa royal tour this year.
NARS Orgasm Blush - £25
Markle told Beauty Banter (in an interview before she started dating Harry) that this product is the 'perfect rosy flush tone that brightens the face.'
Catbird Threadbare Ring In Yellow Gold – £34
Meghan loves her stacked rings, and a good place to start a collection is with this Catbird yellow gold ring which she wore on numerous public appearances in 2018.
Marchese Antinori Chianti Classico Riserva Tenuta Tignanello - £35
AKA Meghan Markle's favourite wine. In fact, she loves it so much she named her blog after it. She explained the meaning behind the name on The Tig website; 'So there I am, with very minimal wine knowledge and I take a sip of this wine. It wasn't just red or white — suddenly I understood what people meant by the body, legs, structure of wine. It was an ah-ha moment at its finest. For me, it became a "Tig" moment — a moment of getting it. From that point on, any new awareness, any new discovery or "ohhhhh, I get it!" moment was a "Tig" moment.'
Diptyque Paris Figuier Fig Tree Candle - £47
While we may not have much insight into Meghan and Harry's current living situation, thankfully Meghan gave us plenty of insight into her interior style before becoming the Duchess of Sussex. This classic Diptyque candle featured in instagram pictures of Meghan's Toronto home.
Misha Nonoo Boyfriend Tank 2.0 - £62
Meghan has worn several pieces designed by bestie Misha Nonoo, including this boyfriend tank top which she wore with a black and white pleated J Crew skirt in South Africa.
Nike Classic Cortez Trainers - £65
For a low-key trip to a yoga class in London back in 2018, Meghan picked this classic trainer with punchy blue and red accents.
Birdies The Starling Slippers - £75
Meghan has been wearing these black velvet slipper-style shoes since 2016, and most recently wore then in South Africa on the royal tour.
Castaner ‘Carina’ Espadrilles - £80
Even though the Queen famously hates wedges, both Kate and Meghan manage to wear them (when their grandmother-in-law isn't around!) Meghan first wore this pair on her tour of Australia, and then again on the tour of Africa this year.
Tom Dixon Royalty Scented Diffuser - £90
Can you believe that this Royalty scented diffuser was spotted on Meghan Markle's Instagram feed in her Toronto home before she became a Duchess? Maybe she was trying to make Harry feel at home when he came to visit!
J Crew Denim Shirtdress With Tie Belt - £92
Worn by Meghan at the US Open, this denim dress from J Crew is a bright medium wash.
Everlane Japanese GoWeave Essential Jumpsuit - £100
Meghan wore this simple wide-leg jumpsuit in a video showcasing the work she did when she guest edited Vogue, which basically means its Edward Enninful approved.
Madewell Jean Jacket In Pinter Wash - £110
Royal fans will recognise this jacket from a dress down visit to Monwabisi Beach on the Africa royal tour, but Meghan also wore the jean jacket before she was a royal.
Veja V-10 Extra White Black Trainers - £115
Veja trainers are made out of ecological and sustainable materials, so it's no surprise Meghan is a huge fan, wearing them for a boat ride during the Invictus Games in 2018.
Mini Mini Diamond Accented Initial Dog Tag Pendant - £120
The internet went into a meltdown when Meghan paid tribute to husband Harry with an H dog tag necklace, and now you can get one for your loved one – with either your or their intial on it – the choice is yours!
Finlay London Henrietta Sunglasses - £120
As seen on Meghan when she went to watch Serena Williams at Wimbledon earlier this year.
Everlane The Editor Slingback - £129
Meghan wore these chic flats in persimmon to visit a network of artisans in Johannesburg on the Africa royal tour.
Everlane The Day Market Tote - £145
Who can forget the first time Meghan and Harry stepped out together in public at the Invictus Games, after rumours of their romance had been swirling for months? For the occasion Meghan picked this roomy bag in the shade 'cognac'
Misha Nonoo Husband Shirt with Silver Studs - £175
Not only did Meghan wear this shirt, designed by bestie Misha Nonoo, in 2017 to the Invictus Games in 2017, but she also included it in her capsule collection for Smart Works. High praise indeed.
Brother Vellies Summer Huarache In Whiskey - £180
Meghan wore these leather flats - which are handmade in South Africa, Ethiopia, Kenya and Morocco by sustainable brand Brother Vellies - at the Polo with Harry and baby Archie, and again on the royal tour of Africa.
Hiut Denim Dina Skinny Fit High Waist Jeans - £185
In true royal diplomatic dressing tradition, Meghan wore a pair of jeans by Welsh label Hiut Denim for a visit to Wales in 2018.
Jigsaw Paris One Button Jacket - £199
This grograin detail jacket is part of Meghan's Smart Works charity collection, and comes in black and navy.
Sarah Flint Perfect Pump 100 - £280
One of Meghan's favourite shoe designers, this pair of Sarah Flint pumps saw Meghan through a day of engagements with the Queen back in 2018. A safe choice from Meghan, as the Queen is known to have serious opinions about the kinds of shoes royals should wear.