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As a Royal fashion expert, I’ve closely followed every outfit donned by Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle<\/a> this year. I can confidently say that the Royal style rivalry is back in full swing, with Chanel at the center of it all.<\/p>\n Meghan Markle<\/a>, 44, fresh off a whirlwind weekend in New York<\/a>, caused quite a stir among fashion enthusiasts when she was spotted carrying a vintage black Chanel camera bag. Interestingly, this is the same luxury brand that Kate Middleton has recently been favoring for high-profile state events.<\/p>\n During one evening of the Duchess’s<\/a> trip to the Big Apple, Meghan paired the classic accessory with a double-breasted Saint Laurent blazer, a structured Giorgio Armani top, and chic velvet pumps.<\/p>\n This ensemble sparked an online debate, as fashion aficionados were split on whether Meghan was subtly nodding to her Royal sister-in-law’s recent Chanel spree or simply embracing her own Parisian-inspired style.<\/p>\n Meghan’s affinity for heritage luxury is no secret. She’s always had a preference for timeless, well-tailored pieces from European designers, but the similarity to Kate’s recent accessory choices was too striking to overlook.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Some social media users accused Meghan of “copying” Kate’s luxury accessory. One user posted on X: “Meghan Markle<\/a> has an obsession with Catherine, the Princess of Wales. From copying her makeup and blazer right down to her Chanel WOC bag.”<\/p>\n One individual commented: “True icons set trends, they do not copy them. The Princess of Wales is an icon… Meghan Markle<\/a> is just a grifting con.”<\/p>\n Another remarked, “That is the only way Meghan Markle<\/a> can stay relevant – copying real fashion icons like future-Queen Catherine or Lady Beckham, or Diana.”<\/p>\n<\/div>\n However, some staunchly defended her, praising her look as “stunning” and asserting, “Meghan Markle<\/a> looks beautiful – there is no way she copies Kate, ever.”<\/p>\n The frequent Chanel sightings occurred just weeks after Kate Middleton was seen sporting her own burgundy Chanel flap bag – an accessory she’s repeatedly used, most notably during two significant diplomatic events: meetings with U.S. President Donald Trump<\/a> and the Emir of Qatar.<\/p>\n Both royals seem to be embracing Chanel’s sophisticated aesthetic this season – possibly a subtle tribute to Princess Diana, who was famously fond of the brand’s understated elegance.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Diana’s vintage quilted bags and boucle suits played a key role in redefining Royal attire in the 1990s, and now her daughter-in-law and Meghan are each putting their own contemporary spin on that legacy.<\/p>\n The Duchess’s fashion run didn’t stop there. Over the weekend, she once again turned heads at a private dinner in New York<\/a>, donning a strapless gown from Chanel’s Autumn\/Winter 2022 Ready-to-Wear collection.<\/p>\n The midnight-hued dress showcased a fitted bodice and a softly flared skirt. She opted for minimalist styling with a sleek ponytail, diamond studs, and minimal makeup.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Whether by design or coincidence, Meghan’s recent fashion choice sparks a renewed discussion about identity, symbolism, and transformation. Her choice to endorse Chanel – a brand closely associated with both Diana and Kate, seems like a reassertion of her narrative.<\/p>\n