often pays subtle tribute to with her style choices and on Monday, royal watchers spotted the
In a video posted to her account, Meghan , treating followers to footage of her garden.
She also featured in the video, wearing a purple varsity sweater, emblazoned with ‘Northwestern’, the Chicago university that she attended between 1999 and 2003, graduating with a double major in theatre and international studies.
New York University Crest Sweatshirt
Meghan Markle has kept Princess Diana’s spirit alive and donned the same look she wore over two decades ago. This sweater is very similar to the casual look Meghan went for.
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Meghan Markle the Duchess of Sussex wearing a purple Northwestern Univeristy jumper (Image: Instagram @meghan)
Meghan Markle and Princess Diana sporting Northwestern sweaters (Image: Instagram @meghan / BRENDAN BEIRNE/REX/SHUTTERSTOCK)
It caught the attention of royal onlookers as Prince Harry’s mother sported the same jumper nearly three decades ago.
Princess Diana spent five days visiting the University and Chicago area in 1996, helping to raise over $1 million for the College’s Robert H. Lurie Cancer Centre.
Upon her return a few months later, Diana was spotted wearing the college sweatshirt.
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The New York University Crest Sweatshirt, now £40.49 (Image: Debenhams)
If you want to re-create Meghan and Diana’s timeless look on budget then check out our top alternative sweatshirts.
The New York University Crest Sweatshirt from Debenhams is currently in the sale. It is now £40.49 after being reduced from £45.99 –
This features the same logo style as the design Meghan wore but instead displays the crest of New York University. If purple is not your colour, then you can also grab it with a white or grey background.
The University Of Cambridge Est 1209 Hoodie by Debenhams is £45.99 (Image: Debenhams )
However, if you prefer hoodies, then why not check out the University Of Cambridge Hoodie, which is also from Debenhams. It is now £45.99 and you can save more than 10% if you .
This has an oversized fit and comes in a vibrant blue, dark navy and black colour.
The Nike Sportswear Women’s Oversized Fleece Crew-Neck Sweatshirt, £59.99 (Image: Nike)
For a similar aesthetic without the college badge, check out the Nike Women’s Oversized Fleece Crew-Neck Sweatshirt, which is £59.99 –
The white logo is printed on both the front and back across the centre, which is similar to the style Meghan wore.
The VOGUE Sweatshirt Tonal Lilac is now on sale from £65 from £129 (Image: Vogue )
Our final option is the Tonal Lilac Sweatshirt from Vogue, emblazoned with the brand’s famous logo across the chest, in a lighter mauve shade. While it’s not affiliated with a university, it has the same relaxed aesthetic and retro styling. It is now £65 after being reduced from £129 –
Be quick, as this is selling fast, and there is a limited amount of stock available.