Though the sisters-in-law live in different countries, they share an affinity for comfortable footwear.
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It's safe to say that members of the royal family have enviable shoe collections. From black tie-worthy pumps to classic riding boots, both the Princess of Wales and duch*ess of Sussex have a number of high-end footwear options at their disposal. However, when the two women have long days of engagements or are running after their kids, they often opt for a much more approachable style—a good, old-fashioned pair of sneakers.
Sure, they may not be the glitziest shoes in the royals's closets, but for a mesh of form and function, the two women have clear preferences; namely, a mutual love for white sneakers. Often, they even opt for the same brands—in particular, the eco-friendly footwear company Veja. In addition, Kate often sports dainty, white Superga sneakers, while Meghan has worn classic Stan Smith Adidas. There is consistency here—a royal-approved sneaker is white, minimal, and streamlined (not to mention, relatively affordable) AKA everything we could ask for from a royal style we can replicate.
Below, find our favorite Kate and Meghan sneaker moments, plus where to buy your own pair of royal-approved tennis shoes.
Veja Metallic Sneakers
Kate has become quite a fan of Vejas sneakers in recent years. She's been seen in a a gold and white pair numerous times, including at the London Natural History Museum in 2021, on her 2023 trip to Wales on the first anniversary of Queen Elizabeth's death, and while visiting Bisham Abbey National Sports Centre for World Mental Health Day 2023.
Veja Esplar Bicolor Leather Low-Top Sneakers
Veja Esplar Bicolor Leather Low-Top Sneakers
Veja V-10 Lace Up Sneakers
The duch*ess of Sussex also loves Veja sneakers. Meghan wore her black and white pair on day two of the 2018 Invictus Games in Sydney.
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Lululemon Chargefeel Low Women's Workout Shoe
The Princess of Wales showed off her sporty side in Lululemon sneakers at the Maidenhead Rugby Club in June 2023, where she took part in drills on the pitch.
lululemon Chargefeel Low Women's Workout Shoe
lululemon Chargefeel Low Women's Workout Shoe
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Superga Cotu Classic Sneakers
The Princess of Wales's most worn sneaker is by far the Superga Cotu Classic. A white, canvas sneaker that's been around forever, this style is truly universal. Here, Kate wore a pair to play tennis in Edinburgh, Scotland in May 2021.
Superga Superga Unisex 2750 Cotu Classic Sneaker
Superga Superga Unisex 2750 Cotu Classic Sneaker
Superga Cotu Classic Sneakers
We all know that Kate is not afraid of a rewear. The Princess grabbed her Supergas for the 2019 Chelsea Flower Show as well.
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Superga Cotu Classic Sneakers
Kate also rocked the trusty canvas shoes for the Wales family's 2022 holiday card.
Adidas Stan Smith Sneakers
The duch*ess of Sussex also loves a simple white sneaker. She is often spotted wearing the classic Adidas Stan Smith style. This pair, worn on a New Zealand trip in 2018, has navy blue detailing on the back.
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Annie Goldsmith is the news writer for Town & Country, where she covers culture, politics, style, and the British royal family.
