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Need a new handbag this summer? Take inspiration from our favourite stylish royals

Consider these duchesses and princesses the ultimate muses.
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Australia is opening up more than it has for two years, just in time for summer.

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Our calendars may be bursting with events however, wardrobes are about to be put to the test, and while we are going to do our best to update our clothes, we can’t forget about the power of accessories.

Summer bags are arguably not supposed to be practical but rather a refined touch to complement to your floral dress or bold pantsuit.

The most stylish royals we love, like Duchess Catherine and Queen Letizia, know how to masterfully enhance their outfits with bags that make an understated but chic impact.

From clutches to handbags, the options are endless, and you can make statements by experimenting with unique shapes like boxes or keep it classic with snakeskin and cream leather.

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Whatever your sartorial whim is this season, our favourite royal style stars offer unparalleled inspiration, and we have found some affordable dupes to match.

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Kate Middleton

Duchess Catherine carried this adorable bag in September 2021, and we love how she matched it to her blazer.

Princess Polly

Kate Middleton

Peta & Jain Anna Mini Bag White, $69.95, Princess Polly.

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Kate Middleton

The Duchess of Cambridge is clearly a fan of white box-shaped bags, and this accessory she brought to Wimbledon has endless wearability.

Olga Berg

Kate Middleton

Amara Pinch Lock Shoulder Bag, $99.95, Olga Berg.

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Kate Middleton

During a royal engagement in Stratford, Duchess Kate opted for a black cushion bag to match her pink ensemble.

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Kate Middleton

Steve Madden BTerra, $119.95, The Iconic.

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Queen Letizia

Queen Letizia of Spain styled her pantsuit with a lizard skin purse for The International Congress On Health and Nutrition.

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Queen Letizia

Snakeskin Baguette Bag, $6.95, Shein.

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Queen Letizia

The Spanish royal accompanied her floral frock with a bold pink purse for her appearance at lunch with the secretary-general, and she looked absolutely youthful.

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Queen Letizia

Neon Pink Top Handle Satchel Bag, $13.95, Shein.

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Princess Victoria

Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden looks ready for the runways of Paris with this fashionable outfit and classic tan leather bag.

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Princess Victoria

Bueno Destiny, $129.95, The Iconic.

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Crown Princess Victoria

For this look, Victoria jazzed up her outfit with a silver envelope bag.

Colette

Princess Victoria

Silver Lila Envelope Clutch Bag, $24.99, Colette.

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Princess Mary

Crown Princess Mary kept her look regal in 2015 during birthday celebrations for her mother-in-law Queen Margrethe II of Denmark by styling her outfit with a classic black purse.

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Princess Mary

Status Anxiety Audrey Wallet, $109.95, The Iconic.

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Princess Beatrice

Princess Beatrice made a strong case for the box bag at the V&A Summer Party in 2018.

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Princess Beatrice

Morgan & Taylor Medina Top Handle Bag, $89.95, The Iconic.

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Princess Eugenie

Princess Eugenie has never been afraid of experimenting with her fashion. So, it’s unsurprising she accessorised this Ascot look with her unusually shaped bag.

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Princess Eugenie

Olga Berg Veronica Handle Bag, $99.95, The Iconic.

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