Meghan Markle's jewellery is always, always, on point. The Duchess is a fan of understated, classic yet cool pieces of jewellery and there's one pair of earrings she often wears that I - along with thousands of others - have been swooning over. Her gold Bottega drop earrings have become in demand, and we're seeing them on every celebrity and influencer right now.
Megan has worn her designer earrings on several occasions, most recently during her trip to Nigeria in May 2024. The mother-of-two styled the pear-shaped jewellery with an Anine Bing high-neck top and tailored trousers as she met with the Save The Children charity alongside Prince Harry.
© Save The ChildrenThe real things cost upwards of £860 / $1,300 and since we're not all Hollywood royalty, I've found a pair at a fraction of the price. Amazon's almost identical pair cost £7.99 / $11.99, and they previously went viral on TikTok for looking just like the Bottega style.
© Sophie BatesThe Duchess isn't the only famous face to rock the designer earrings in recent months. Kendall Jenner was spotted showcasing her new blonde hair during the Bottega Milan Fashion Week Show in September, and her statement jewellery perfectly rounded off her glam ensemble.
© Claudio LaveniaRosie Huntington-Whiteley and Hailey Bieber are also among the stars loving the statement trend.
© Rosie Huntington-WhiteleyAmazon's £8.99 / $11.99 lookalikes feature the exact same teardrop design, with gold plating and a clasp closing. They come in gold and silver and are available in two sizes – and as someone who was inspired to buy the earrings when they first went viral – I can confirm that they look far more expensive than they are.
I bought the gold version of the Amazon earrings after they were trending all over TikTok for looking designer. As I tend to stick to small gold hoops, I was on the hunt for a pair that had more of a statement feel to elevate my evening outfits, and the bargain pair did just that.
Rajputana Chunky Gold Earrings
Despite being larger than the earrings I'm used to, they didn't feel heavy on my ears at all. The clasp is secure to prevent them from weighing down or falling out, and I particularly love wearing them when I have my hair up to add an extra something to the look. For the price, I was also pleasantly surprised when they arrived in a cute gift box, which would also be great for keeping them safe when travelling.
Obviously, a gold-plated pair of earrings will never be as high in quality as a fancy designer pair, and while my earrings are yet to show any signs of tarnish, there is a good chance that they could over time. That being said, as they are on the larger side, I definitely won't be sleeping or showering in them as they're more of a statement style, which will of course maintain their high quality for longer.
While the earrings are perfect for pairing with dresses and evening wear, I still love to wear them with everyday looks to feel more put-together, including with jeans and knitwear, or with blazers for work.
The affordable earrings have received hundreds of positive reviews across Amazon and TikTok, with plenty of reviewers commenting on their quality, affordability, and style.
© GettyOne Amazon shopper wrote: "Much much better quality than expected, really dress up an outfit, great buy. Don’t feel or look cheap!"
Another said: "Surprisingly light given their size, these earrings are on-trend, look great and come in good packaging. Very pleased with my order."
It's not just Amazon stocking the designer lookalikes. Most of the high street has followed suit with the trending earrings, and Marks & Spencer has an almost identical pair that are gold plated and waterproof. John Lewis also has a similar style available in gold and silver, while New Look just dropped a smaller pair that are perfect if you prefer the delicate look.
If you want a pair of high-end designer earrings that you will keep for a lifetime, then Meghan's pair may be worth considering if they're in your budget. However, I think that the affordable versions are perfect if you're looking to level up you're jewellery collection without breaking the bank.
