There's no denying it: one of the greatest advantages of being a member of the British royal family is having access to some of the most blindingly beautiful pieces of jewelry in the world [1]. For a reception held at Buckingham Palace in honor of Prince Charles's 70th birthday, both Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle [2] wore breathtaking pendant earrings — and while we may not have had the chance to take a peek at their gowns, their jewels were enough to make us swoon.
For the occasion, the Duchess of Sussex opted for a gorgeous pair of delicate diamond drop earrings, which were perfectly on show thanks to her elegant updo. As for the Duchess of Cambridge, she chose a dazzling pair of chandelier earrings, which she previously wore in 2017 when she attended the BAFTA Awards in London [3]. Read on to get a closer look at Kate and Meghan's stunning jewels, then shop similar options for yourself.
Meghan's Drop Earrings
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Kenneth Jay Lane Crystal Earrings
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Kenneth Jay Lane Silver Crystal Flower Earrings
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Adriana Orsini Crystal Embellished Drop Earrings
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Kate's Chandelier Earrings
She also wore them at the 2017 BAFTA Awards in London [11].
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Kiki Mcdonough Cushion Cut Drop Earrings
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