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MEGHAN Markle took a leaf out of Kate Middleton’s book and wore a recycled dress today.

As the Duchess of Sussex met New Zealand's Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern for a formal reception, she looked stunning in a navy blue midi dress by Antonio Berardi.

 In a surprise move, Meghan Markle rewore this Antonio Berardi dress today in Auckland
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In a surprise move, Meghan Markle rewore this Antonio Berardi dress today in AucklandCredit: PA:Press Association

Eagle-eyed fans will remember that Meghan previously wore the same elegant double-breasted dress back in July 2017 at the Audi Polo Challenge.

The polo event was the couple’s first public appearance after announcing they were in a relationship six months beforehand.

In New Zealand on Tuesday night, Meghan paired the asymmetric hemline dress with her favourite heels, her go-to £490 Aquazzura Deneueve pumps, this time in a powder pink colour.

Her growing baby bump was on full show, as she waved to onlookers outside the Auckland War Memorial Museum.

 The Duchess of Sussex carried a Dior 'Bee' navy leather pouch and wore her favourite Aquazzura heels
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The Duchess of Sussex carried a Dior 'Bee' navy leather pouch and wore her favourite Aquazzura heelsCredit: Paul Edwards - The Sun
 Meghan's double-breasted sleeveless dress features a round neckline and faux flap pockets
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Meghan's double-breasted sleeveless dress features a round neckline and faux flap pockets
 Meghan's a huge fan of Aquazzura's designs and frequently wears them
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Meghan's a huge fan of Aquazzura's designs and frequently wears themCredit: Aquazurra
  • Deneuve Pump 105, £490, Aquazzura - buy now
 Meghan took a break from her usual nude lipstick to wear a bold fuchsia colour
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Meghan took a break from her usual nude lipstick to wear a bold fuchsia colourCredit: PA:Press Association

She also carried a Dior 'Bee' navy leather pouch, with the bee detailing removed, and she finished off the look with a pair of delicate gold earrings.

Meghan wore her gorgeous brunette hair down and wavy, and surprisingly took a break from her usual nude lipstick to wear a bold fuchsia colour.

Speaking before the reception at the Auckland War Memorial Museum, New Zealand's PM said: "There's a real connection between particularly William and Harry in recent years so it's nice to have been able to host them in such close proximity."

 Meghan previously wore the same dress to the Audi Polo Challenge in July 2017
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Meghan previously wore the same dress to the Audi Polo Challenge in July 2017Credit: Rex Features

Ms Ardern said had not shared any baby tips with Harry and Meghan - the PM gave birth to baby Neve in June - but that she admired the duchess for her work while pregnant.

She said: "It's just increased my respect for the role that she's playing at such an often tiring time.

"I have real empathy and I think she's incredible."

If you are looking to steal the style for less, you might be in luck, as Missguided is selling a similar dress but for high street prices.

 Missguided has a similar buttoned midi dress, but with a leg slit
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Missguided has a similar buttoned midi dress, but with a leg slitCredit: Missguided
  • Blazer dress, £45 from Missguided - buy now
 We're obsessed with this almost identical style to Meghan's Aquazzura shoes - and they're in the sale
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We're obsessed with this almost identical style to Meghan's Aquazzura shoes - and they're in the sale
  • Sayde heels, £39, Miss KG - buy now

Meghan recently got her hands dirty, helped to plant a kowhai tree - a traditional flower she had sewn into her stunning wedding veil.

Their tour was unaffected as New Zealand was struck by a 6.2 magnitude earthquake220 miles away.

The final stop on the royal tour on Wednesday will be Rotorua, renowned for its geothermal activity with geysers and mud pools.

The couple alao came face-to-face with an orc from Lord of the Rings.

Crowd and band play Suits theme tune as Meghan Markle greets Auckland crowd​s​

 

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