Spring Style Inspiration from the Royals, from Kate Middleton's Tennis Outfit to Meghan Markle's Sun Hat

As the weather warms up, look to the royals for fashion and beauty ideas

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Meghan's Sun Hat

Meghan Markle, Gloria Steinem
Meghan Markle and Gloria Steinem. Matt Sayles

Ward off the spring rays in style by taking a cue from Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, who loves oversized straw hats for sun protection (even when speaking with Gloria Steinem!).

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Kate's Tennis Outfit

Kate Middleton
Kate Middleton. Chris Jackson/Getty

Maybe you're not holding court with U.S. Open Champion Emma Raducanu, but Kate's sporty look will provide the outfit inspiration for any warm weather workout.

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Zara's Statement Sunnies

Zara Tindall
Zara Tindall. Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty

Former Olympian Zara Tindall loves spending time outdoors with her three kids — often at equestrian events — so it's no surprise that she has several pairs of fashionable sunglasses.

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Princess Eugenie's Signature Floral Print

Royal Ascot 2018 - Day 3
Princess Eugenie. Mark Cuthbert/UK Press/Getty

Florals are a staple of spring, and no one rocks a colorful print quite like Queen Elizabeth's granddaughter.

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Camilla's Practical Accessory

Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall
Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall. BEN STANSALL/POOL/AFP via Getty

Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall has been tracking her steps using a Fitbit, which she wears during royal engagements — and it's the perfect inspiration to stay active this summer.

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Kate's On-The-Go Gloss

Kate Middleton wimbledon lip gloss
Kate Middleton. Karwai Tang/Getty

Kate pulled out this lip gloss from her purse at Wimbledon 2019 to keep her makeup fresh, even in the summer sun.

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Sophie's Stylish Headtopper

Sophie, Countess of Wessex
Sophie, Countess of Wessex. Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images

Sophie, Countess of Wessex is a natural in a tiara or fascinator, but she looks just as comfortable in a practical hat for a day outdoors.

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Meghan's Colorful Eyeliner

Meghan Markle
Meghan Markle. Dia Dipasupil/Getty

Meghan's friend and makeup artist Daniel Martin helped her get glam for the 2021 Salute to Freedom gala at the Intrepid Museum in New York City in November. He told PEOPLE that he convinced Meghan to try purple eyeliner — and Prince Harry also "thought it was cool!" Plus, it's a perfect way to add some unexpected color to your spring makeup box.

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Queen Elizabeth's Favorite Polish

Queen's Platinum Jewels
Queen Elizabeth. Getty

The Queen loves bright ensembles, but she prefers royal women to wear light pink and nude shades of nail colors — which are perfect for spring. The polish with the royal seal of approval goes to Essie's "Ballet Slippers."

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Eugenie and Beatrice's Comfy Clothes

Princess Eugenie and Princess Beatrice
Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie. Mark Cuthbert/UK Press via Getty

They're usually dressed to the nines, but Princess Eugenie and Princess Beatrice know a thing or two about at-home comfort clothes too. Their go-to PJs from Maison du Soir fit the bill!

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Meghan's Astrology Necklace

Royals sunglasses
Karwai Tang/WireImage

Meghan has worn a number of zodiac accessories over the years, including constellations representing Archie and Lili's signs, for a cute yet subtle way to keep loved ones close.

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Meghan-Inspired Boho Dress

Spell Lottie Gown
Spell

A friend previously told PEOPLE that Meghan's "California roots are coming through" as she entered parenthood. Now as a mom of two, we can totally picture the Duchess of Sussex's free-spirited vibe in a flowing dress...maybe during a beach trip with the dogs?

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