Meghan Markle Will Attend a Garden Party for Her First Event as a Newlywed

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What's more fitting for a new royal than tea and flowers? Meghan Markle will attend her first official event as a royal at a garden party for the Prince of Wales' 70th Birthday Patronage Celebration on May 22—just three days after the royal wedding.

The Queen is throwing her son, Prince Charles, a party at Buckingham Palace with friends, family, and—wait for it—400 charities to honor the work "close to his heart." It's an opportunity for him to thank the organizations for their work over the years, according to the Telegraph. Yes, we're talkin' big hats, tea, and lots of flowers.

#Meghanmarkle is going to attend her first garden party! The Prince of Wales, The Duchess of Cornwall, Prince Harry and Ms. Meghan Markle will attend The Prince of Wales' 70th Birthday Patronage Celebration in the Gardens of Buckingham Palace on May 22!May 14, 2018

By this time we'll know Harry and Meghan's official title as a royal couple, the tiara she chose, and of course the gorgeous dress she wore on her big day. Taking bets on which floral dress Meghan will wear to the occasion before she heads on her honeymoon with Harry.

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When: July 14, 2019

What: The Lion King premiere in London.

The Look: Meg wore a Jason Wu dress with sheer long sleeves, Nikos Koulis earrings, and a Gucci Broadway clutch.

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When: April 25, 2018

What: Meghan switched outfits after attending a special service at dawn honoring Anzac Day. Here she's pictured attending another commemoration service at Westminster Abbey.

The Look: Meghan wore a two-piece cropped Emilia Wickstead bespoke suit along with a matching black Philip Treacy fascinator and Jimmy Choo box clutch.

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When: April 25, 2018

What: Meghan attends a special service with Harry in London honoring Anzac Day—a national day of remembrance in Australia and New Zealand that commemorates those lost in war or sacrifice for their country.

The Look: Meghan wore a black felt hat, a Gucci suede bag, a grey Smythe Pagoda trench coat from their Fall 2018 collection, and Sarah Flint black suede pumps (a favorite brand of Meghan's).

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When: April 23, 2018

What: Harry and Meghan attend the memorial service of Stephen Lawrence—an 18-year-old who was fatally stabbed by a gang of racists in Eltham, south-east London—to honor the 25th anniversary of his death.

The Look: Meghan wore a Hugo Boss dress from their spring 2018 collection. It's not currently available online, but there is one that's very similar.

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When: April 19, 2018

What: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle attend the Women's Empowerment reception hosted by Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson.

The Look: Meghan looked elegant for the evening event in a Black Halo belted sheath dress (the brand is based in her hometown of L.A.), strappy Aquazzura velvet pumps, a new Gucci suede and leather shoulder bag, and a pair of Birks diamond swirl earrings.

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When: April 18, 2018

What: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle meet young delegates at the Commonwealth Youth Forum a month before their wedding.

The Look: Spring has sprung in London with this refreshing pin-striped Altuzzara midi dress, a throw-over Camilla and Marc blazer, a colorblocked Oroton crossbody, and Tamara Mellon suede heels.

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When: March 23, 2018

What: Meghan accompanied Harry during a day of engagements in Belfast, Northern Ireland. They visited the Crown Liquor Saloon, a former Victorian gin palace owned by the National Trust.

The Look: Markle chose a green midi skirt by Greta Constantine, a cream Victoria Beckham sweater, a Mackage coat, Charlotte Elizabeth bag, and brown velvet pumps.

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When: December 25, 2017

What: Harry and Meghan spent Christmas with the Queen along with the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge while attending the royal family's traditional Christmas Day church service at St. Mary Magdalene Church in Sandringham.

The Look: A Sentaler coat, Club Monaco dress, Birks earrings, Stuart Weitzman boots, and a Chloé bag in the color scheme of our dreams.

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