Today, the Duchess of Sussex attended a panel discussion at King's College London which brought together a special panel of female thought-leaders and activists to discuss a range of issues affecting women today.
The panel discussion marked International Women's Day (today) perfectly. Meghan is a keen feminist and I thought the engagement a perfect way to celebrate women but also highlight the challenges they face.
It was announced today that the Duchess has become Vice-President of the Queen's Commonwealth Trust. In her role, Meghan will highlight the Trust's partnerships with young people across the Commonwealth, and in particular their work with girls and women. This is very exciting news and I can't wait to see the effect it will have.
Meghan was joined by Annie Lennox, founder of The Circle, Adwoa Abdoah, founder of Gurls Talk, Julia Gillard, chair of Global Institute for Women's Leadership, Chrisann Jarrett, founder of Let Us Learn and Angeline Murimirwa, executive director of CAMFED.
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Asked by the panel chairwoman about the selling of feminism to men and boys, Meghan replied: ''I've said for a long time you can be a feminine and feminist, you can be masculine.
''And I think in terms of masculinity you understand that your strength includes knowing your vulnerabilities and sense of self and security, and your confidence comes from knowing a women by your side, not behind you, is actually something you should not be threatened about - as opposed you should feel empowered in having that.''
And she said she didn't read news or tweets about herself, saying: ''I don't read anything, it's much safer that way, but equally that's just my own personal preference because I think positive or negative it can all sort of just feel like noise to a certain extent these days, as opposed to getting muddled with that to focus on the real cause.''
Meghan looked chic today in a monochrome dress. It is the Reiss Azzura Printed Shift Dress, available from Reiss, John Lewis and The Iconic for around £160.00. The dress is described: ''The black-and-white Azzura dress channels the mood of the 1960s with its block-colour swirl design and a simple shift silhouette. It's designed with pleated detailing at the cuff while the high neckline adds to its graphic aesthetic. Wear it with heels and add a longline coat for a sophisticated look.'' It features a printed swirl design, high neckline and long sleeves.
On top of that, she brought back her Alexander McQueen Grain de Poudre Wool Blazer. She first debuted it for the Endeavour Fund Awards last year. The £1, 245 piece is described: ''Impeccable tailoring has been a part of Alexander McQueen's DNA ever since Lee showed his very first tuxedo jacket in 1992 - Sarah Burton now interprets the brand's calling card with softer silhouettes, still equally as powerful. This blazer is cut from grain de poudre wool for a slim fit, and has padded shoulders and a nipped-in waist to create an hourglass shape. Wear it with the matching pants, or a T-shirt and jeans for more casual occasions.''
For shoes she went for her Manolo Blahnik 'BB' Pointy Toe Pumps, £507.00 from Nordstrom. The classic pumps come in a range of colours and feature an alluringly low-cut topline and a wrapped stiletto heel.
She carried her Stella McCartney Black Shaggy Dear Faux Leather Crossbody Bag:'' Diamond-cut chains outline a neatly organized flap bag crafted in Italy from shimmering, lightly textured faux leather.''
Meghan accessorised with some hoop earrings, which remain unidentified for now. UPDATE: They are the Jessica McCormack Signature GYPSET Hoop Earrings.
Her rings are the Catbird Threadbare Yellow Gold Ring and Kismet by Milka 'Hamsa' Ring.
And she finished off her ensemble with the Queen's Commonwealth Trust brooch.
