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Meghan Markle Just Wore a Pleated Jenni Kayne Skirt That’s on Sale Right Now for LDW

Its bright, striking color will bring a welcome dose of sunshine into your fall wardrobe.

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August 27, 2025, 9:40am

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Yesterday, the world once more got a glimpse of Meghan Markle beyond the paparazzi camera flashes and tabloid headlines. In a Bloomberg interview, the Duchess of Sussex sat down with journalist and “The Circuit” host Emily Chang to talk about everything from her childhood in Los Angeles and the second season of her Netflix show “With Love, Meghan” to dealing with pushback and what she hopes to instill in her kids. But it was what Meghan wore for the candid interview that really caught our eye. Ditching her signature neutral color palette, she instead opted for a bright-yellow monochromatic look, bringing on all the sunshine.

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Meghan’s coordinates consisted of a cashmere crewneck and pleated midi skirt in a lemon-yellow hue from It-girl-approved brand Jenni Kayne. The good news? You don’t have to own a manse in Montecito to dress like someone who does, as the Jenni Kayne skirt is not only shoppable right now but also 20 percent off for the Labor Day weekend.

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Jenni Kayne’s Pleated Skirt in Lemon, now nearly $80 more affordable, might look like it’s taken straight off a spring 2025 runway but is actually a surprisingly fitting pick for nailing transitional-weather dressing. Pleated, matte-textured, and equipped with an ultra-flattering drape, the maxi piece is an all-occasions wonder that can serve you well for nine-to-five styling (pair it with a sharp blazer for a one-and-done, put-together office look), errands in the city (a white T-shirt during the warmer days of September will provide crisp contrast), and post-work drinks with friends (slouchy knitwear will be just the thing here). If you want maximum coordination, the Jenni Kayne Cashmere Marina Crewneck — also Meghan-approved — is a no-brainer choice. Though this relaxed-fit, 100-percent cashmere sweater is sold out in the Duchess’ yellow, you can still get it in the quiet luxury–coded Warm Ivory or Dark Navy shades for less.

Interestingly enough, one of the conversation points Meghan pursued during the aforementioned interview was the so-called “Meghan Markle effect.” Similar to Taylor Swift helping small businesses’ jewelry (or glitter freckles!) fly off shelves almost as soon as she’s spotted wearing it, Meghan’s closet regularly receives attention from unofficial investigators who are quick to identify the pieces and point them out to those interested in emulating her chic style. “There was always speculation on what I might be wearing,” Meghan tells Chang. “My fashion choices were decisive. They were really designed to uplift a lot of smaller brands that people might not know about: especially female-founded brands and designers.”

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To spotlight the exact clothing and accessories she has on rotation, Meghan takes advantage of her ShopMy page. Though Jenni Kayne’s skirt and sweater set isn’t on there yet, it’s something we totally envision the Duchess promoting sometime soon — given she’s a fan of the brand as a whole, having worn its Cashmere Boyfriend Sweater, currently unavailable, quite recently.

Designer Jenni Kayne founded her eponymous company in 2002, out of LA. Rooted in California’s laid-back, effortless, nature-inspired aesthetic, it specializes in the kinds of closet staples that are timeless enough to transcend trends and last you a lifetime. Jenni Kayne’s creations, from subdued tableware as part of Jenni Kayne Home to classy and classic linen dresses, evoke luxury without being logo-centric or showy.

If you’re still hesitant to buy something so color-happy right before the start of a season that’s known for its emphasis on jewel tones and browns, know that autumn promises something a little different this year, as bold colors reigned supreme on fall 2025 runways. Besides the typically spring-adjacent pastels making many an appearance, Ferragamo brought out the chili-pepper red, Tory Burch dazzled with a not-quite-Brat lime green, Dries Van Noten took inspiration from a purple eggplant, and Gabriela Hearst was all about a saturated, fountain pen–like blue. Yellow was also in the mix, but it read more “mustard” than “sunflower.” Miu Miu‘s glossy skirts, Burberry‘s blazer and trouser combos, and Saint Laurent‘s structured outerwear all proved one thing: Grabbing the Jenni Kayne Pleated Skirt in Lemon is one of the best sartorial decisions you can make ahead of summer’s last holiday weekend.

Ready to channel the woman who’s raising two kids, whipping up jams that instantly sell out, hosting her own buzzy TV series, and having fun all the while? Shop Meghan’s look below, then watch as your pre-fall wardrobe transforms into something utterly delightful.

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Stacia Datskovska is a Senior Commerce Writer at WWD. Previously, she worked at ELLE DECOR as an assistant digital editor, covering all things luxury, culture, and lifestyle through a design lens. Her bylines over the past five years have appeared in USA Today, Baltimore Sun, Teen Vogue, Boston Globe, Food & Wine, and more. Prior to joining ELLE DECOR, Datskovska learned the ins and outs of e-commerce at Mashable, where she tested products, covered tentpole sales events, and curated gift guide roundups. She graduated from NYU with a bachelor’s degree in journalism and international relations. Datskovska regularly reports on celebrity style and trending, seasonal fashions worth readers’ time.

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Meghan Markle Just Wore a Pleated Jenni Kayne Skirt That’s on Sale Right Now for LDW

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