Kate Middleton Wore an Army Green Blazer, So You Can Bet We're Digging Out Our Army Green Blazers

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Thanks to Meghan Markle, black pants are no surprise on a royal outing — but when Kate Middleton decided to opt for the look, we had to do a double take. On Dec. 5, the Duchess of Cambridge stepped out with Prince William at RAF Akrotiri in Cyprus, wearing black wide-leg pants and the very appropriately named Smythe Duchess Blazer ($695), which she paired with a white t-shirt and an L.K.Bennett Dora clutch ($285). And this time, the casual look wasn't to play sports.

While Kate often wears pants if she's participating in physical activity or visiting a center where she is expected to interact with the public, she typically goes for jeans and heels and rarely for wide-leg trousers. For this look, we can't help but wonder whether she's taken a styling tip from her sister-in-law, Meghan, who's more than once worn pants and a blazer on an official outing.

Ahead, get a closer look at Kate's outfit — as well as a few of the times Meghan's worn this kind of ensemble — then shop similar pieces to re-create the look for yourself. Honestly, we won't blame you if you've already decided to dig out your pants and favorite blazer for work tomorrow.

Meghan Wearing Black Pants
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Meghan Wearing Black Pants

In July, Meghan wore a black Givenchy pantsuit and relaxed white t-shirt while in Dublin, Ireland.

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Back in January, Meghan showed off a head-to-toe black outfit. She wore a black Marks & Spencer sweater, black Burberry high-waisted flares, and Sarah Flint shoes.

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When Meghan and Harry went on their very first trip to Scotland, she wore a pair of Veronica Beard pants with a very elegant button detail.

Kate Wearing Pants
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Kate Wearing Pants

Totokaelo Viden Blaze Jacket
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Totokaelo Viden Blaze Jacket

Totokaelo Viden Blaze Jacket ($199, originally $498)

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