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Meghan's Dress Twin: Royal Brides' Similar Style
19 May
Summary
- Meghan Markle and Dutch Princess Laurentien share wedding anniversary.
- Both royal brides chose minimalist dresses with bateau necklines.
- Tiara choices and veil lengths also showed striking similarities.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's eighth wedding anniversary on May 19, 2026, has drawn attention to a fascinating parallel with Dutch royalty. Prince Constantijn and Princess Laurentien of the Netherlands celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary on the very same date.
Both royal brides selected wedding dresses with strikingly similar designs. Edouard Vermeulen of NATAN and Clare Waight Keller of Givenchy created minimalistic gowns for Laurentien and Meghan, respectively. These dresses featured bateau necklines, fitted waists, column skirts, and cropped sleeves, eschewing heavy embellishments.
Further parallels were observed in their bridal accessories. Princess Laurentien wore the Laurel Wreath Tiara and a 12-foot veil, while Meghan chose the Queen Mary Bandeau tiara and a 16-foot veil, which required 4,000 hours of work. Laurentien also had two other notable outfits for her pre-wedding celebrations.
Clare Waight Keller noted Meghan's dress was designed to represent elements of both her countries and her new role. The shared anniversary and similar bridal styles have created a nostalgic moment for royal enthusiasts worldwide.
