When Meghan Markle stepped out in a cream textured blazer for our first sighting of her and husband Prince Harry on their surprise humanitarian trip to Jordan, it was classic Meghan; polished, timeless and classic, with a hint of trend about it. And it stopped me in tracks for another reason, as it's just like one I spotted in H&M's new in section.
True to her signature look, Meghan's Veronica Beard blazer and trousers were effortlessly elegant, proving that a well-cut blazer is just as impactful as any headline-grabbing gown.
- H&M has dropped a cream boucle jacket for £54.99.
- The style is reminiscent of Meghan Markle's Veronica Beard Yves Tweed Jacket, worn on a trip to Jordan.
- Alternatively, try this Cotton Traders Cream Boucle Blazer for a more oversized fit.
It also signalled the start of seeing the royals in spring outfits, with its cream shade and lighter texture and thanks to H&M's spring drop, it's a look one can easily emulate.
© GettyIn fact, boucle Chanel-inspired jackets are always on trend for spring so it's a great time to snap up H&M's stunning version.
Priced at £54.99, it's available in the same off-white shade as Meghan's, but has luxe-looking gold buttons. It is collarless, as is Meghan's, and has a more rounded silhouette. It looks far more expensive than its price tag, and is the sort of piece you can throw on over a tshirt and jeans to elevate a classic everyday look.
Available in sizes XXS-XXL, the retailer suggests sizing down as the jacket runs large. And fear not if white is not your vibe, as it also comes in black with white edging.
If you do have a royal worthy budget, Meghan's own blazer is a solid spring fashion buy. Made from off-white Italian tweed, the jacket features a slim, waist-defining fit with a clean, collarless double breasted silhouette. The fringed-trimmed patch pockets add another level to the simple cream blazer, retailing for £1,050 / $998.
Meghan wore hers with matching trousers, but I think its even more chic with denim, just like the Veronica Beard model.
MEGHAN'S JACKET: Veronica Beard Yves Tweed Blazer
© Veronica BeardIf your budget is a little more on the conservative side, and you're looking for an alternative to the H&M jacket, you're in luck as cream boucle blazers and jackets feature heavily in many fashion retailer's spring collections.
I love this oversized blazer version from Cotton Traders, reduced to just £40 and has the same double breasted look as Meghan's. Because of the low price, this is selling fast but is currently available in sizes 8 - 18.
Another great version is the Joe Brown Cream Boucle Blazer, £85 / $125. With its collar, gold buttons and cool turned up sleeves, this is a more casual version of Meghan's but just as wearable.
