4 Sunnies You’ll Always Find in Meghan Markle’s Wardrobe

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Meghan Markle is more than meets the eye. Before she married into the British royal family, she was an actress on hit shows like Suits. Meghan made waves even as a kid—campaigning against the Gulf War and writing to major brands like Procter & Gamble to uphold gender-neutral marketing campaigns. It's thus no surprise she's so influential today. 

One only needs to look at what she wears. Whatever's in her wardrobe sells out whenever she steps into the public eye—a phenomenon dubbed the Meghan Effect. It doesn't matter what she's donning: she's sold out everything from J.Crew's blazers and Strathberry's midi-totes to Outland Denim's Harriet jeans. That means if your own 'fits take inspiration from the Duchess of Sussex, you're not alone. After all, Meghan does have an exquisite sense of style. 

But why stop there? You can take it further by using her most-worn accessories to up your fashion game. Among her favorites? Sunglasses. Here's a list of the sunnies you'll most often find in her wardrobe to get you started. 

Ray-Ban Aviators  

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These are arguably her most worn pair of shades. She's been spotted with them for everything from daily errands to photoshoots—and for good reason. Thanks to movies like Top Gun, Aviators are among the most popular sunglasses designs in the world. That's why it's no surprise they're among the best-selling women's sunglasses from Ray-Ban, the brand that first conceptualized them. The model's classic teardrop design is exceptionally versatile and can be customized with any frame material and lens color you like. If you want to follow Meghan's footsteps, know that she usually opts for gold-rimmed Aviators with black or green lenses. And if Aviators aren't the best shape for you, consider the futuristic, rectangular models worn by Milan's style icons during Ray-Ban's style launch at Vogue Italia's 60th anniversary for an equally casual but chic selection that's easy to work into your wardrobe.

Finlay & Co. Percy 

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This British company is best known for its sleek, sophisticated, and classic eyewear designs. That's probably why the sunglasses from Finlay & Co. are beloved by multiple royals, ranging from Princes William and Harry to Zara Tindall, Princess Eugenie, Kate Middleton—and, of course, Meghan Markle. During the 2017 Invictus Games in Canada, Meghan wore the brand's Percy model. Rimmed by a classic tortoiseshell pattern, these dark-tinted sunnies dress up a simple outfit comprising a button-up and jeans, meaning they can add a touch of flair to any of your everyday looks. The Percy also showcases one of the first instances of the Meghan Effect: after she was seen wearing them, people bought £20,000 (roughly $24,000) worth of these sunglasses, effectively crashing the Finlay & Co. site in a single night.  

Le Specs Air Heart

This model from Le Specs, one of the most popular eyewear brands from down under, is yet another pair of sunglasses Meghan Markle made famous. The Duchess has worn the Air Heart on multiple occasions, arguably due to their modern, geometric take on the classic cat eyes that can uplift whatever else you're wearing. The best part about this pair is how affordable it is at under $100, shocking fans with Meghan's skill to turn cheap accessories into must-have items. They even come from an environmentally-friendly brand, with Le Specs' bio-acetate sunglasses collection boasting plant-based, biodegradable frames. It's no wonder Meghan frequents a brand that perfectly aligns with her advocacies—one you can easily cop yourself! 

Heidi Merrick Santa Barbara

The Santa Barbara is the most recent favorite on the list, and it's not hard to see why. Meghan donned this model in April 2024 as part of an even more luxurious ensemble—along with a flowy, off-white dress designed by Heidi Merrick. That makes the pair perfect for formal events: its square, oversized frames and sleek, black colorway can suit more sophisticated outfits with its chic vibes. The Santa Barbaras probably made Meghan one of the best-dressed individuals at the high-end charity polo event she attended, along with her husband and celebrities like Serena Williams.