MAKING HER MARK
Meghan Markle wows in a cream Givenchy dress during royal visit with the Queen in Cheshire
MEGHAN Markle dazzled as she attended her first public appearance without Prince Harry today.
The royal newlywed, 36, wore a cream Givenchy belted sheath dress, the same design label that was behind her breathtaking bridal gown, as she stepped out with the Queen in Cheshire.
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Meghan looked elegant in a pair of £264 Sarah Flint black court shoes, which is the same brand as the ballet flats she wore for her and Harry's first appearance.
Her dress featured a layered cape detailing, and isn't available to buy at the moment as it is custom made.
She wore a £336 Givenchy belt in black on top of the dress, which accentuated her slim waist.
Meghan's pearl and diamond earrings were a gift from the Queen, Buckingham Palace confirmed.
MY VIEW
By Joely Chilcott, Fabulous Daily Editor
NOT all superheroes wear capes, sometimes royals do, too.
Meghan Markle arrived in Cheshire with the Queen wearing a sophisticated pencil dress that was the perfect show of smart style.
Designed by Givenchy, the same brand behind her gorgeous wedding gown, the fitted dress went from dull to dreamy thanks to the added top layer.
Meghan completed the outfit with a thin black belt to cinch in the waist and give the outfit more shape.
Effortlessly gorgeous - if only she was allowed to ditch the nude tights.
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It is not known when exactly the monarch gave the jewellery to the American former actress.
The Queen herself made sure she stood out, donning a bright green Stewart Parvin dress for the occasion.
The Duchess of Sussex has been enjoying some quality time with her new grandmother-in-law after the pair spent the night together travelling on the Royal Train.
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- Pumps, £264 from Sarah Flint -
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- Black belt, £336 from Givenchy-
They will undertake a number of public engagements today, including opening the Mersey Gateway Bridge and the Storyhouse in Chester.
The royal pair will watch a performance by a dance company called Fallen Angels, which runs classes for recovering addicts.
Next on the agenda is a medley of songs from the Storyhouse’s latest production A Little Night Music, and then they will see local schoolkids perform songs with actors from Swallows and Amazons.
They will also enjoy a slap-up lunch at Chester Town Hall to conclude their outing together.
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The swish Royal Train has nine carriages and last night Meghan stayed in one of the ensuite bedrooms and ate in the 12-seater dining room.
The trip is a huge honour for Meghan as it is understood that even Prince Harry and Kate Middleton have not had a ride onboard.
INSIDE THE ROYAL TRAIN THAT MEGHAN MARKLE TRAVELLED ON WITH THE QUEEN
The locomotive is a comfortable and exclusive method of transportation reserved for select members of the royal family.
It first came into use in 1842 under Queen Victoria – who was the first monarch to ride a train – and is composed of nine carriages.
Only the Queen, Prince Philip, Prince Charles and Camilla are permitted to use the train.
Each carriage has a different function, and their order is rearranged as necessary.
It is rare all nine carriages are used at once, only when The Duke of Edinburgh, The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall accompany the Queen on a trip.
Most of the carriages date back to 1977, when they were used for the Silver Jubilee tours, and are instantly recognisable from the ‘royal claret’ colour.
The carriages feature smoking rooms, a 12-seater dining room, and private carriages for each of the royals.
The Queen’s bathroom even has a full sized tub, and the schedule ensures they do not go around any sharp bends while she relaxes in the suds.
Prince Philip is said to use it as a mobile office, while the nonagenarian is rumoured to be a great fan of the train.
But despite its appearance of lasciviousness, it is said to be fairly modest inside.
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