Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Honor Australia's Anzac Day with a Special Service in London
It was very emotional.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are up early this morning for an important cause. On Wednesday, the royal couple commemorated Anzac Day—a national day of remembrance in Australia and New Zealand that commemorates those lost in war or sacrifice for their country.
Harry and Meghan were both somber and serious at the event. Harry wore his military ribbons and medals pinned to his coat. Meghan wore a black felt hat, a Gucci suede bag, a grey Smythe Pagoda trench coat from their Fall 2018 collection, and Sarah Flint black suede pumps.
In one video from the event, Harry even appears to be tearing up:
Video: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle at the Australian War Memorial #AnzacDay pic.twitter.com/7lPlfGs7JPApril 25, 2018
The anniversary has been celebrated in London every April 25 since 1916, which marks the start of the First World War Gallipoli landings. The soon-to-be-royal-couple started the day with a special dawn service in Hyde Park where they visited the Australian memorial and signed a book of remembrance. Later they'll head to Westminster Abbey.
#PrinceHarry and #MeghanMarkle at today’s moving dawn service to mark #AnzacDay pic.twitter.com/H4lUeTfmcBApril 25, 2018
A better look as #PrinceHarry and #MeghanMarkle as they arrive at today’s #AnzacDay service at Wellington Arch pic.twitter.com/eLXG7NZED5April 25, 2018
With about three weeks until the wedding, Harry and Meghan continue to attend important engagements. Just two days ago, they attended Stephen Lawrence's memorial service to honor the 25th anniversary of his death and also welcomed their new nephew.
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When: July 14, 2019
What: The Lion King premiere in London.
The Look: Meg wore a Jason Wu dress with sheer long sleeves, Nikos Koulis earrings, and a Gucci Broadway clutch.
When: July 13, 2019
What: Meghan attended Wimbledon with Kate Middleton and Pippa Middleton.
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When: July 4, 2019
What: Meghan made a surprise appearance at Wimbledon.
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When: May 6, 2019
What: Meghan and Harry's first photo call with baby Archie.
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When: February 25, 2019
What: Harry and Meghan attend their royal tour in Morocco.
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When: February 25, 2019
What: Harry and Meghan attend their royal tour in Morocco.
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When: February 19
What: Meghan's bridal shower in NYC.
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When: February 7
What: Meg and Harry had a date night at the Endeavour Fund Awards.
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When: December 25, 2018
What: Christmas morning service at the Queen's Sandringham estate.
The Look: Meghan wore a navy blue coat over a matching dress and accessorized with a fascinator. It was a lot different than her Christmas outfit last year.
When: December 18, 2018
What: The Duchess visited the Royal Variety Charity’s nursing home.
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When: December 10, 2018
What: Meghan presented Givenchy designer Clare Waight Keller with the British Womenswear Designer of the Year Award.
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When: November 21, 2018
What: Meghan made a surprise visit to the Hubb Community Kitchen.
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When: November 19, 2018
What: Meghan and Harry attended the Royal Variety performance in London.
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When: October 16-31
What: The Duke and Duchess of Sussex embarked on their first royal tour right after Meghan announced she was pregnant with her first child.
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When: September 6, 2018
What: 100 Days of Peace Gala in London.
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When: September 4, 2018
What: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle spent the evening at the WellChild Awards located at The Royal Lancaster Hotel in London.
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When: August 4, 2018
What: Charlie van Straubenzee’s wedding
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What: Royal Ascot 2018
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When: June 14, 2018
What: Meghan traveled to Cheshire with the Queen in her first event without Prince Harry.
The Look: The Duchess of Sussex wore an elegant custom Givenchy dress with a buckled belt and accessorized with a Givenchy satin bag and Sarah Flint pumps. She also wore diamond earrings that were gifted to her by the Queen.
When: June 9, 2018
What: Meghan and Harry celebrated the Queen's 92nd birthday at the annual Trooping the Colour celebration with the immediate royal family.
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When: May 18, 2018
What: Meghan and her mother Doria Ragland arrive at the hotel they'll be spending the night in before Harry and Meghan's wedding.
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When: April 25, 2018
What: Meghan switched outfits after attending a special service at dawn honoring Anzac Day. Here she's pictured attending another commemoration service at Westminster Abbey.
The Look: Meghan wore a two-piece cropped Emilia Wickstead bespoke suit along with a matching black Philip Treacy fascinator and Jimmy Choo box clutch.
When: April 25, 2018
What: Meghan attends a special service with Harry in London honoring Anzac Day—a national day of remembrance in Australia and New Zealand that commemorates those lost in war or sacrifice for their country.
The Look: Meghan wore a black felt hat, a Gucci suede bag, a grey Smythe Pagoda trench coat from their Fall 2018 collection, and Sarah Flint black suede pumps (a favorite brand of Meghan's).
When: April 23, 2018
What: Harry and Meghan attend the memorial service of Stephen Lawrence—an 18-year-old who was fatally stabbed by a gang of racists in Eltham, south-east London—to honor the 25th anniversary of his death.
The Look: Meghan wore a Hugo Boss dress from their spring 2018 collection. It's not currently available online, but there is one that's very similar.
When: April 21, 2018
What: Meghan Markle and Prince Harry celebrate the Queen's birthday at Royal Albert Hall in London, where a massive concert event was held in her honor.
The Look: Meghan wore a navy blue Stella McCartney cape dress, a pair of navy blue Manalo Blahnik pumps, and a gold Naeem Khan acrylic evening clutch.
When: April 21, 2018
What: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle attend the Invictus Games Reception at Australia House.
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When: April 19, 2018
What: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle attend the Women's Empowerment reception hosted by Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson.
The Look: Meghan looked elegant for the evening event in a Black Halo belted sheath dress (the brand is based in her hometown of L.A.), strappy Aquazzura velvet pumps, a new Gucci suede and leather shoulder bag, and a pair of Birks diamond swirl earrings.
When: April 18, 2018
What: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle meet young delegates at the Commonwealth Youth Forum a month before their wedding.
The Look: Spring has sprung in London with this refreshing pin-striped Altuzzara midi dress, a throw-over Camilla and Marc blazer, a colorblocked Oroton crossbody, and Tamara Mellon suede heels.
When: April 6, 2018
What: Harry and Meghan attended the UK team trials for the 2018 Invictus Games at the University of Bath Sports Training Village.
The Look: Meghan went casual with an Invictus polo and Mother denim jeans (the same brand she wore at the Invictus Games back in September 2017) underneath an Aritzia trench coat.
When: March 23, 2018
What: Meghan accompanied Harry during a day of engagements in Belfast, Northern Ireland. They visited the Crown Liquor Saloon, a former Victorian gin palace owned by the National Trust.
The Look: Markle chose a green midi skirt by Greta Constantine, a cream Victoria Beckham sweater, a Mackage coat, Charlotte Elizabeth bag, and brown velvet pumps.
When: March 12, 2018
What: Meghan and Harry celebrate London's Commonwealth Day with the entire royal family.
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When: February 28, 2018
What: Meghan attends her first royal event with Harry, William, and Kate at the Royal Foundation Forum.
The Look: Markle opted for a sleeveless navy satin Jason Wu wrapdress, Aquazurra pumps, and Isabel Marant earrings.
When: February 13, 2018
What: Meghan and Harry had their first official joint visit to Scotland. They began the morning by visiting a castle.
The Look: Markle chose to wear Veronica Beard trousers underneath a gorgeous Burberry tartan trench coat. She accessorized with a Strathberry East/West bag and Birks rings.
When: February 1, 2018
What: Markle attended her first formal event with Prince Harry at the Endeavour Fund Awards in London.
The Look: Markle opted out of a dress and blew everyone away in an Alexander McQueen pantsuit and Tuxe blouse.
When: January 18, 2018
What: Meghan and Harry visited Cardiff Castle in Wales to learn more about the culture and heritage of the community.
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When: January 18, 2018
What: While in Cardiff, Meghan and Harry also visited the StarHub community centre.
The Look: Underneath her Stella McCartney coat, Markle wore an off-the-shoulder Theory blouse.
When: January 9, 2018
What: Markle attended her second official engagement with Prince Harry in Brixton—the first public event of the year for the couple.
The Look: The soon-to-be royal stepped out with her fiancé in a Smythe coat, Marks & Spencer jumper, Burberry trousers, Birks earrings, and a Jigsaw scarf.
When: December 25, 2017
What: Harry and Meghan spent Christmas with the Queen along with the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge while attending the royal family's traditional Christmas Day church service at St. Mary Magdalene Church in Sandringham.
The Look: A Sentaler coat, Club Monaco dress, Birks earrings, Stuart Weitzman boots, and a Chloé bag in the color scheme of our dreams.
When: December 21, 2017
What: Harry and Meghan released their gorgeous official engagement portraits photographed by Alexi Lubomirski at Frogmore House, Windsor.
The Look: Markle chose to wear a sequined Ralph & Russo gown.
When: December 1, 2017
What: Meghan and Harry made their first official public appearance together in Nottingham on World Aids Day.
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When: November 27, 2017
What: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle announced their engagement to the world in the Sunken Gardens at Kensington Palace.
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When: September 26, 2017
What: Markle joined Prince Harry at the Invictus Games in Toronto where the pair made their first appearance as a couple. They broke major royal protocol by holding hands.
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