Meghan Markle and Kate Middleton's Favorite Flats and Sneakers — and Where to Buy Them
While Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle do love their ladylike heels, the Duchesses of Cambridge and Sussex definitely know the power of a stylish sneaker or feminine flat. Check out every pair
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The Duchess of Cambridge hit the high seas in a sailing competition, going head-to-head with husband Prince William, on behalf of The Royal Foundation in the inaugural King’s Cup Regatta. Kate looked ready to take on the competition in a comfy pair of greyish blue New Balance sneakers for the sailing race.
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New Balance Women’s Arishi Fresh Foam Running Shoe, starting at $33.24; amazon.com
Allbirds Women’s Wool Runners, $95; allbirds.com
New Balance Classics 274v2, $79.95; zappos.com
New Balance Fuel Core NERGIZE, $64.95; zappos.com
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She may love her L.K. Bennett lace-up booties, but the Duchess knows she can’t play soccer in them — that’s why she switched to sneakers. And the comfy Sweaty Betty x New Balance navy sneakers she wore in Ireland are only $90.
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Mark Nason Los Angeles Women’s Debbie Sneaker, $33.99–$90; amazon.com
New Balance Fresh Foam Cruz Sneakers, $90; sweatybetty.com
Allbirds Women’s Wool Runners, $95; allbirds.com
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The Duchess of Sussex does athleisure! Meghan was spotted in a casual and sporty ensemble while on a trip to New York City for her bridal shower. Along with her tracksuit, baseball cap and camel coat, Meghan was seen wearing a pair of adidas “Ultra-Boost” running shoes.
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adidas UltraBoost Running Shoes, $180; nordstrom.com
adidas Outdoor Terrex CC Voyager Sleek Parley, $69.99 (orig. $100); zappos.com
adidas by Stella McCartney CrazyTrain Pro Sneakers, $150; shopbop.com
adidas Women’s Ultraboost W Running Shoe, starting at $116.85; amazon.com
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The Duchess of Cambridge loves a good pair of boots! Her decades-old Penelope Chilvers long tassel boots are usually her go-to, but for her outing at King Henry’s Walk Garden, she switched it up with a pair of See by Chloé brown suede ankle boots (which are now sold out).
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Marc Fisher Lanie Lace-Up Hiker Booties, $119.99 (orig. $139); macys.com
Fly London Woke Lace-Up Bootie, $199.95–$219.95; nordstrom.com
Kate Spade New York Maria Boots, $209.99 (orig. $298); zappos.com
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Maternity style, on point! Meghan Markle wore her trusty point-toe flats from eco-friendly brand Rothy’s twice during her royal tour of Australia — once to walk around in Sydney and again during a stroll on the beach in Melbourne. ICYMI, the sustainable-chic shoes are made from recycled water bottles and are meant to be machine-washed for a long and happy life. Check out the cool astrology loafers the brand just launched!
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ASOS Design Latch Pointed Ballet Flats, $23; asos.com
Jeffery Campbell Shree Suede Flats, $110; shopbop.com
Rothy’s Black Solid Point Flats, $145; rothys.com
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Meghan Markle favors white sneakers, so it should come as no surprise that she showed up at an Invictus Games boating event in Australia wearing this sporty pair from eco-conscious brand Veja. The label hails from France and is known for fashioning stylish sneakers out of unexpected sustainable materials such as tilapia skin.
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Puma Cali Sneaker in White, $80; nordstrom.com
Veja V-10 Leather Sneakers, $150; zappos.com
Frye Ivy Low Lace Sneakers, $198; shopbop.com
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Kate Middleton is known for her love of timeless pumps, but she also has an affinity for classic sneakers — Superga’s Cotu Classic Sneakers in white, that is. This past spring, she wore the style with black skinny jeans and a striped top in London.
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Superga 2750 COTU Classic Sneaker, $64.95; zappos.com
SeaVees ’06/67 Monterey Sneaker, $67.95; nordstrom.com
Tretorn Nylite Plus Sneakers, $70; shopbop.com
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Meghan Markle loved Birdies slipper flats long before she was a royal, and they’re clearly a staple in her palace closet, too! She most recently stepped out wearing the Nordstrom-stocked brand on the last day of her Australian royal tour. The black velvet style was just the thing to give those feet a break after two weeks of touring!
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Dolce Vita Caro Suede Loafer, $39.00–$59.99; saksoff5th.com
Birdies The Starling Slipper, $120–$140; nordstrom.com
The Modern Loafer, $168; everlane.com
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On a rainy visit to Abel Tasman National Park in New Zealand, Meghan Markle completed her casual ensemble with a pair of white Stella McCartney x Adidas Stan Smith kicks. The style has since sold out in most sizes, but you can find various similar Stan Smith styles at ASOS, among others.
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Adidas Originals Superstar 2, $80; zappos.com
Adidas Superstar Sneaker, $80–$85; nordstrom.com
Adidas Originals Stan Smith Sneakers, $90; asos.com
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Even royalty needs a pair of trusty snow boots! In January 2018, Kate Middleton visited an outdoor ice rink in Stockholm and she packed her favorite faux fur-trimmed Sorel boots.
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Static Footwear Nature Breese Women’s Lace Up Ankle Mid Calf Arctic Warm Fur Lined Water Resistant Eskimo Snow Boots, $41.95; walmart.com
Kamik Snovalley1 Waterproof Thinsulate Insulated Snow Boot, $89.95; nordstrom.com
Sorel Torino Faux Fur-Trimmed Waterproof Suede, Shell, and Leather Ankle Boots, $130; netaporter.com
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For a visit to the Lawn Tennis Association at the National Tennis Centre, Kate Middleton wore a pair of uber-comfy Nike Air Vapormax Flyknits — essential, as she was pregnant at the time! The baby blue colorway she wore is no longer available, but you can still get the shoes in other hues for a Duchess-esque tennis look.
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New Balance Women’s 574 Casual Sneaker from Finish Line, $80; macys.com
Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 35, $120; zappos.com
Nike Air Vapormax Flyknit 2 Running Shoe, $190; nordstrom.com
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Meghan Markle’s love affair with classic white Reebok sneakers predates her marriage to Prince Harry. Here she is wearing the style to yoga class — and looking quite sharp, we must say. And did we mention that the sneaks retail for a cool $75?
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Reebok Classic Leather Sneaker, $75; reebok.com
Adidas Samba Rose Sneaker, $100; nordstrom.com
Adidas Originals Zx 500 Rm Sneakers in White, $70 (orig. $140); asos.com
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She’s nothing if not loyal, so it should come as no surprise that Kate Middleton’s been wearing Sebago’s Bala boat shoes to casual engagements for over five years.
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Sperry Drift Hale, $42.99 (orig. $60); zappos.com
Sperry Angelfish, $75.99 (orig. $90); zappos.com
Sebago Bala, $94.95; zappos.com
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