13 and Counting: All the Times Meghan Markle's Outfits Broke Royal Protocol

In January 2018, Meghan ditched royal protocol by wearing a jet-black outfit, which she accessorized with a green DeMellier handbag.

Meghan showed off a head-to-toe black outfit when she visited an underground music station in London. For the occasion, she wore a black Marks & Spencer sweater, black Burberry high-waisted flares, and Sarah Flint shoes.

Of course, everyone will remember that Meghan's Givenchy wedding gown also featured an off-the-shoulder neckline. However, seeing as the queen had to approve her dress before she walked down the aisle, we have a feeling this specific fashion rule might be a thing of the past.

When it comes to handbags, Meghan doesn't take the same approach as Kate Middleton. According to Myka Meier, founder of Beaumont Etiquette, the Duchess of Cambridge carries clutches so she can "hold her bag in front of her in both hands when shaking hands might be awkward." However, the Duchess of Sussex seems to prefer the practicality of a tote or crossbody bag.

When she attended the Christmas Day church service in Sandringham, Norfolk, alongside the rest of the royal family, Meghan opted for the eye-catching Chloé Pixie shoulder bag.

In February 2018, when Meghan and Harry made their first joint official visit to Scotland, she wore a Strathberry crossbody bag over her beautiful Burberry coat.

When she stepped out for the Commonwealth Youth Forum, Meghan took our breath away in a stunning Altuzarra midi dress, which she paired with a Camilla and Marc blazer, Tamara Mellon heels, and an Oroton crossbody bag.

When the Duke and Duchess of Sussex announced their engagement, Meghan's stunning outfit made headlines because of one specific item — or lack thereof. Fans were quick to point out that she had stepped out without stockings, despite the fact that the accessory is thought to be required by the queen.

Of course, Kate Middleton is known to sport flesh-toned tights while making public appearances, and it seems as though Meghan has now embraced them too. She was first spotted wearing stockings in March 2018, when she attended the Commonwealth Day Service, and she most recently wore a pair when she stepped out for her first royal engagement as the Duchess of Sussex.

While on a visit to Belfast, Northern Ireland, the duchess wore a gorgeous Mackage coat, a Victoria Beckham jumper, a Greta Constantine skirt, and Jimmy Choo pumps. She accessorized her outfit with a Charlotte Elizabeth Bloomsbury bag and didn't wear any tights.

When the Duke and Duchess of Sussex arrived at a special reception in honor of the 2018 Invictus Games, Meghan was wearing a Self-Portrait dress . . . without tights.