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Have We Reached Peak Royalty?

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s bombshell interview with Oprah Winfrey may have changed the way many perceive the royal family. But it likely won’t stop people from shopping like them.
Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, wield an influence in fashion that few others can compete with
Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, wield an influence in fashion that few others can compete with (Karwai Tang)
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  • Diana Pearl

It’s been the better part of two centuries since the British royal family played more than a ceremonial role in politics. But in fashion, royalty still reigns. Or at least it did until Harry and Meghan’s sit down with Oprah Winfrey on Sunday.

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