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How Prince Harry's mixed up his look for the South Africa royal tour

The Duke of Sussex has really nailed his royal tour wardrobe during his trip to South Africa [Photo: Getty Images]
The Duke of Sussex has really nailed his royal tour wardrobe during his trip to South Africa [Photo: Getty Images]

Since Meghan Markle joined starting dating Prince Harry, the world’s followed her every sartorial move. From £9,000 Valentino dresses to her own charitable fashion line, she’s proved to be quite the fashion force.

Meanwhile, when it comes to style, poor Harry hasn’t had a look in. But that looks to be changing.

Over the last few years, the Duke of Sussex’s sense of fashion has steadily improved, transforming him into a well-groomed prince clad in slick J. Crew suits, desert boots and crew neck jumpers.

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Prince Harry opted for a white linen shirt, grey chinos and grey trainers to visit the township of Nyanga in Cape Town [Photo: Getty Images]
Prince Harry opted for a white linen shirt, grey chinos and grey trainers to visit the township of Nyanga in Cape Town [Photo: Getty Images]

And his style transformation is more clear than ever during the 10-day tour of South Africa and Africa.

We’ve seen him opt for lighter, more understated shades - pale blues, greige and khaki - this past week, quite possibly a nod to his safari surrounding and a clever way to keep cool in the heat.

Day one of the tour saw Prince Harry looking fresh and ready as he stepped foot on South African soil wearing a white linen button-down with a pair of ‘greige’ chinos and grey trainers. It was quite the casual look for the new dad, but a look he pulled off well.

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Like his wife Meghan, the Duke doesn’t shy away from affordable high-street labels either. Later that day, Harry arrived at the District 6 Museum and Homecoming Centre wearing a chic two-piece from J. Crew.

The Duke visited District 6 in Cape Town wearing a grey two-piece suit from J.Crew, a white button-down shirt and chocolate brown shoes. [Photo: Getty Images]
The Duke visited District 6 in Cape Town wearing a grey two-piece suit from J.Crew, a white button-down shirt and chocolate brown shoes. [Photo: Getty Images]

His wife may boast sartorial selling power, but it turns out Prince Harry is quite the influencer, too: the Unstructured Ludlow Jacket, £118, and Ludlow Suit Pant, £110, sold out almost instantly.

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However, royal fans wanting to emulate the duke’s look will be pleased to know that the American-based retailer has brought back a new winter-friendly Ludlow suit just in time for the colder months, and it’s just as stylish.

Our rugged Prince wore a forest green shirt with grey chinos and matching Adidas Gazelle trainers to visit Kalk Bay Harbour [Photo: Getty Images]
Our rugged Prince wore a forest green shirt with grey chinos and matching Adidas Gazelle trainers to visit Kalk Bay Harbour [Photo: Getty Images]
Prince Harry looked stylish as he paired his smart casj look with a pair of Adidas Gazelles [Photo: Getty Images]
Prince Harry looked stylish as he paired his smart casj look with a pair of Adidas Gazelles [Photo: Getty Images]

That’s not the only affordable piece Harry has worn in Africa so far.

During the couple’s visit to Monwabisi Beach with Waves for Change, the prince sported a forest green linen shirt, grey chinos and a matching pair of grey Adidas trainers.

The Adidas Gazelle tennis shoes are a clear favourite of Harry’s, who was seen wearing the exact grey pair back during the Invictus Games in 2017 and during the royal couple’s tour of Australia last autumn.

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They’re a popular shoe style, often selling out and being restocked. Luckily, they are currently available and are very affordable at £69.99.

The versatile pair are available for both women and men, as well as children, so we hazard a guess baby Archie might well sport a pair in the not-too-distant future.

The Duke of Sussex opted for a pair of tan desert boots from Clarks which he wore during his royal tour of South Africa [Photo: Getty Images]
The Duke of Sussex opted for a pair of tan desert boots from Clarks which he wore during his royal tour of South Africa [Photo: Getty Images]
Prince Harry looked dapper as he styled his forest green shirt with a pair of navy chinos and tan desert boots in Botswana. [Photo: Getty Images]
Prince Harry looked dapper as he styled his forest green shirt with a pair of navy chinos and tan desert boots in Botswana. [Photo: Getty Images]

For a smarter shoe, Prince Harry turns to Clarks: the high street retailer all Brits know - and some love.

The duke wore a pair of £100 sturdy tan suede desert boots during a tree planting event with local school children at the Chobe Tree Reserve in Botswana.

He completed the look with a dark green button-down and navy chinos.

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Harry’s not afraid to accessorise, either. One piece of jewellery which he’s never seen without is his traditional African bracelet with patterned markings around it, and there’s a good reason behind it.

In an interview with Town and Country in 2017, the prince revealed his love for the country, stating it was a “place to get away from it all” after his mum’s death in 1997.

Prince Harry was pictured wearing the bracelet he hasn't been seen without for 20 years. [Photo: Getty Images]
Prince Harry was pictured wearing the bracelet he hasn't been seen without for 20 years. [Photo: Getty Images]

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