See Every Single Photo of Meghan Markle's Debut as the Duchess of Sussex
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ARRIVING FOR HER FIRST EVENT AS A ROYAL
The new Duchess of Sussex arrives at Buckingham Palace looking flushed and happy for her first event as an official member of the royal family!
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THE DUKE AND DUCHESS OF SUSSEX MAKE THEIR ENTRANCE
The newlyweds arrive at Buckingham Palace for their first appearance as a married couple in honor of Prince Charles' 70th birthday.
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ALL ABOUT THE HAT
Meghan's quickly picking up on how royally important an elegant hat is to any ensemble!
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BLUSHING BRIDE
Meghan couldn't hold back a giggle as guests arrived for the garden party.
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COOL & COMPOSED
But she quickly remembered to keep her composure (and perfect posture!)
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ROYALLY RADIANT
Meghan looks like she was destined to be royal at Prince Charles' garden party, which honors Charles’ patronages, military affiliations and charities.
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A CLASSIC CLUTCH
Meghan's quickly caught on that no royal outfit is complete without a classic clutch. Also, note how perfect her wedding band looks beneath her engagement ring!
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PART OF THE FAMILY
Meghan fit right in as she stood beside Prince Charles and his wife Camilla as guests arrived for his garden party.
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READY FOR HER NEW ROLE
Meghan looked poised and confident as she stood beside her new family members, ready to take on her royal duties with elegance and grace (and pantyhose!).
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HARRY GIVES A SPEECH
Harry honored his father at the garden party with a speech to the crowd.
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PRETTY IN PINK
Meghan looked lovely in a dusty rose asymetrical hat and sheer-sleeved white dress.
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NEWLYWED GLOW
Meghan's wore her makeup natural, featuring a gorgeous golden glow and peachy blush that tied into the pink tones in her outfit.
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THE NEW DUKE AND DUCHESS OF SUSSEX
The newlyweds looked dashing in their elegant ensembles during their first outing together as a married couple.
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SHARING A LAUGH
It looks like Prince Charles and Camilla have fully welcomed their new daughter-in-law into the royal fold!
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MEGHAN'S STYLE GETS THE ROYAL TREATMENT
Pantyhose and a not-so-messy bun...who is this new Meghan Markle?!
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LEADING THE WAY
The royal couple's first official event also paid tribute to the first responders of the terrorist attack at Ariana Grande’s Manchester concert in May 2017.
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SMILING FOR THE CROWD
The newlyweds were all smiles as they looked out at those gathered for the garden party.
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A HEARTFELT MOMENT
Meghan appears touched by a comment from an onlooker as she and her new husband lead a group down the steps for a photo.
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BYE-BYE MESSY BUN
The newly-minted duchess wore a pale pink hat that showed off her her perfectly polished side chignon (just like sister-in-law Kate Middleton!).
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SUNNY SURPRISE
The couple squinted against the unusually bright day as they waited for the group photo-op
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POLISHED PERFECTION
Meghan and Harry looked sharp and unable to hold back their joy during their first event together.
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THE GROUP PHOTO-OP
The royals stood before the crowd as everyone gathered for a photo under the banner honoring Prince Charles' 70th birthday (which he's celebrating six months early!)
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ARM-IN-ARM
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex linked arms as they made their way across the lawn, further showing off Meghan's first foray into pantyhose.
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THEY'VE GOT EACH OTHER'S BACKS
Meghan kept a perfectly-manicured hand on Harry as the pair made their way inside.