• Meghan Markle attended the launch of her work apparel charity collection for Smart Works on Thursday (12 September).
  • The Duchess of Sussex, who wore workwear pieces from her new range, accessorised her look with a pair of Princess Diana's earrings.
  • Meghan has worn Princess Diana's butterfly earrings on several occasions.

Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, arrived at John Lewis's flagship department store in London on Thursday (12 September) to launch a new capsule collection of workwear, in support of the charity Smart Works. Meghan's appearance at the launch marked the end of her maternity leave, having welcomed baby Archie Mountbatten-Windsor on May 6, 2019.

The former actress has worked with several brands to help create the five-piece collection, dubbed The Smart Set, which features key workwear looks for women attending interviews and entering, or reentering, the workforce. For every piece sold, another will be donated to Smart Works to help a woman in need.

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The duchess looked effortlessly chic showcasing pieces from the collection, including a white shirt by her close friend and fashion designer Misha Nonoo, and sleek black trousers by Jigsaw. She completed her sharp outfit with a pair of her late mother-in-law's earrings.

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Princess Diana was photographed wearing the same earrings during a visit to British Columbia, Canada, with Prince Charles on May 4, 1986.

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Princess Diana's gorgeous jewels have fast become a favourite of the Duchess of Sussex. Meghan was photographed wearing the butterfly earrings during her first royal tour with Prince Harry, when the pair visited the Taronga Zoo and Admiralty House, both in Sydney, on October 16, 2018.

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