Both the Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry's soon-to-be wife Meghan Markle have already set the pace for their 2018 style file - with both beauties taking the opportunity to show off their enviable wardrobes at various public appearances. Meghan - who will marry Prince Harry this year - has wowed with her outfits since announcing the engagement, showcasing her effortlessly cool-yet-chic style, while Kate once again demonstrates her elegant maternity attire as she prepares for the arrival of her third child with Prince William in April.
Whether it's dressed-down in a casual batwing jumper (Meghan's choice was none other than UK high street brand Marks & Spencer) or turning heads in a hot pink ensemble, this royal pair have certainly set a high standard when it comes to 2018 style - click through the gallery to see their best looks of the year so far…
Meghan Markle visits Reprezent FM in Brixton, January 2018
Meghan certainly won the hearts of even more adoring fans when she stepped out wearing a variety of British designers for her visit to a radio station in Brixton, London. Her Burberry trousers and Jigsaw scarf covered a classic black M&S jumper - which sold out immediately - teamed with an effortless messy bun to complete the down-to-earth look. She added a little bit of home with Canadian designer Smythe, the brand behind her elegant longline coat.
The Duchess of Cambridge visits schoolchildren in West London, January 2018
For her first engagement of the year, Kate stopped by London's Reach Academy Feltham school as part of her work as patron for mental health charity Place2Be. Wearing a clean-cut navy coat by Hobbs and classic court shoes, which she teamed with a Seraphine floral dress to flatter her growing baby bump, she looked radiant and happy as she laughed with the youngsters.
Kate and Prince William arrive in Coventry on a royal visit, January 2018
The Duchess of Cambridge also joined her husband William in Warwickshire to open a new medical centre at Coventry University in January, wearing a stunning pink Mulberry coat which she was last seen wearing in 2015 while pregnant with Princess Charlotte. Teaming the look with simple black accessories and her signature blow-dried locks, the couple also visited Coventry cathedral and spent time greeting members of the local community.
