Meghan Markle and Kate Middleton’s jewellery compared – who has the most lavish taste?

Meghan Markle has been seen in some incredibly expensive jewellery since her relationship with Prince Harry came to light.

Her penchant for gems has caught the eye of the public, especially her many rings.

Meghan is often seen in stylish jewellery from recognisable brands such as Birks.

The Duchess of Sussex especially likes the Birks Snowflake Snowstorm Earrings, which cost £7,000.

Kate Middleton, on the other hand, is a fan of heirloom pieces and classic brands like Cartier.

Of course, as a member of the Royal Family since 2011, Kate has had access to the Queen’s jewels.

The Duchess of Cambridge has often borrowed the Queen’s pieces for events.

Meghan, on the other hand, has only had this honour since May.

However, the Duchess of Sussex seems to prefer to wear her own jewellery, and now a stylist has explained why.

Lauren Teff, a London-based stylist, gave Express.co.uk her professional opinion the the Duchesses’ jewellery.

The stylist said: “I would say Meghan keeps her jewellery quite simple but stylish and contemporary with a classic twist.”

Prince Harry’s wife is known for her humanitarian work, and carries through this charitable element to her jewellery choices.

“She always supports smaller designers that make an ethical impact,” Lauren said.

Perhaps Meghan prefers to wear new brands rather than borrow old jewellery in a bid to support them.

However, Meghan’s jewellery collection has expanded to include some rather expensive classic jewels.

This includes the Cartier Diamond Tennis Bracelet, which costs around £21,800. 

Kate Middleton, on the other hand, has a classic style, according to Lauren.

This may explain why she often wears the Queen’s classic pieces.

Lauren said: “For Kate’s style she keeps it simple but tends to go a bit more classic with her jewellery, think diamond earrings and pearl necklaces.”

Kate has worn the four row Japanese pearl choker from the Queen’s jewellery collection, among many others.

She has also warn the Bahrain pearl drop earrings and the Silver Jubilee diamond and pearl earrings.

Charlotte Balbier of All the Pretty revealed the Duchess of Cambridge is a fan of “royal traditional styling”.

She said: “With statement pieces often borrowed from the Royal collection, Kate loves to wear sets that match as well as adding in coloured stones that make a statement.

“Kate’s choice is more traditional and in keeping with Royal traditional styling.”

She pointed out that Meghan prefers smaller, more modern pieces.

“Meghan is almost the complete opposite opting for fine pieces often delicate and small, almost smaller the better,” Charlotte said.

“Petite bangles and small earrings are Meghan’s signature look. Less is more for this new mum-to-be.”

Meghan Markle’s most expensive clothes and accessories have been revealed. 

Who is Meghan Markle? Quick profile

Meghan Markle was born Rachel Meghan Markle, on August 4, 1981 to parents Doria Ragland and father Thomas Markle.

Her father was previously married to Roslyn Loveless and Meghan has two elder half sibling – sister Samantha Markle and brother Thomas Markle Junior.

Actress

Meghan’s first television appearance in the USA was in an episode of the medical drama General Hospital in 2002.

She later moved on to roles in CSI, Without a Trace and Castle along with bit parts in Hollywood films including Get Him to the Greek, Remember Me and Horrible Bosses.

Meghan was also a “briefcase girl” on Deal or No Deal – but her most famous role was as Rachel Zane in legal drama Suits, which launched in 2011.

She was written out in the finale of the seventh series when her character got married, which aired in April 2018 – just before she got married herself.

Charity and humanitarian work

Meghan Markle’s career in television has gone hand-in-hand with her support for causes close to her heart.

She wrote about the stigma around menstrual health in an article for Time magazine and was a Global Ambassador for World Vision Canada – with whom she travelled to Rwanda for the charity’s Clean Water Campaign.

And her commitment to gender equality has seen her work with the United Nations – receiving a standing ovation in 2015 for her speech to mark International Women’s Day.

Relationships

In September 2011, she wed film producer Trevor Engelson, who she began dating in 2004.

But the pair divorced two years later in August 2013, citing irreconcilable difference.

She was in a relationship with celebrity chef Cory Vitiello for almost two years, before they broke it off in 2016 but the two remain good friends.

And in June 2016, she met Prince Harry on a blind date set up by a mutual friend.

Their relationship began in October that year and just over one year later, on November 27, 2017, the pair announced their engagement.

They married on May 19, 2018 at St George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle.

Meghan’s heritage

Some have claimed Meghan Markle is the first mixed-race member of the Royal Family.

Historians are still arguing about Queen Charlotte, the wife of King George III.

But Meghan will be the first royal to openly embrace a mixed-race heritage.

She has written about the difficulties of being a biracial actress in Hollywood as she claims she is not black enough for some roles and not white enough for others.