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Strangers No More! Meghan Markle and Kate Middleton Just Met

By Debbie Strong
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Prince Harry‘s girlfriend just got one step closer to his big royal family. Her much-anticipated sit-down with Harry’s beloved sister-in-law, the Duchess of Cambridge, has taken place–and we’re delighted to hear that the meet-up went quite well!

It seems that Kate Middleton, who celebrated her 35th birthday on Jan. 9, traveled from her Norfolk home down to London on Jan. 10 for the meeting with American actress Meghan Markle, which took place at the Kensington Palace apartment Kate shares with Prince William and their family. Along for the journey was sweet little Princess Charlotte (though sadly, Prince George stayed behind for school).

According to The Sun, their get-together went “really well”—and Markle, 35, was enamored with little Charlotte (well, who wouldn’t be?!). Prince William and Harry were both on-hand for the occasion as well.

“Kate was really looking forward to meeting Meghan and she knew how important it was to Harry,” a source told The Sun. “Obviously Harry’s mother, Princess Diana, died when he was very young so Kate really fulfills that older sister/maternal role. They are very close and he really values her opinion on girlfriends.”

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Markle, 35, had already met Prince William (as well as Harry’s father, Prince Charles), but this was her first time getting to know Kate. She obviously took care to make a great impression, even bringing along a thoughtful birthday present for Kate: a leather-bound “dream diary.”

Sounds like these two are off to a promising start as friends–and possibly future sisters-in-law? Only time will tell!

via People.com

NEXT: Here are 15 times Kate Middleton’s style was channeled by Prince Harry’s girlfriend.

  1. Kate Middleton Harry Girlfriend Style

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    Both Kate and Meghan have done the white button-down blouse and hat look on sunny days.

  2. Kate Middleton Harry Girlfriend Na Dresses

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    The navy dress and black leather satchel Meghan wore to a TODAY show taping in New York was a slightly sexier take on a typical polished princess look, such as the one Kate donned at London's Heathrow airport for a flight to Canada.

  3. Kate Middleton Harry Girlfriend Style Graphic Skirt

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    What pairs best with a graphic-print skirt? A white blouse, of course.

  5. Kate Middleton Harry Girlfriend Style Red Dress

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    Both were striking in red; Meghan at a TODAY Show appearance and Kate at an event in Canada.

  6. Kate And Meghan Style Twin Lace

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    Meghan made lace her friend for a TV event in West Hollywood, choosing a short mini dress with a navy hue. Kate preferred the same look in basic black for a 2015 festival.

  7. Kate Middleton Harry Girlfriend Style Navy Blue Dress

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    The dress Meghan wore to an Instagram dinner in Canada in May 2016 is a sultrier version of the dress Kate famously wore to show off her ring after her engagement to William.

  9. Kate And Meghan Style Twins

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    When World Vision Canada announced Meghan as a global ambassador in 2016, her look was reminiscent of Kate's ladylike ensemble during a 2014 tour of Australia and New Zealand.

  10. Kate Meghan Style Twins Green Jacket

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    Walking with her Mom in Toronto, Meghan dealt with chilly temps by donning a green army jacket, hat, and rain boots. That's a look Kate perfected all the way back in 2013 during a visit to Great Tower Scout camp in the U.K.

  11. Kate Middleton Harry Girlfriend Style Navy Blazer

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    Blazers with white blouses make for a classic, tailored look; Meghan makes the look sexy by wearing shorts.

  13. Kate Middleton Harry Girlfriend Style Black Dress

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    Little black dresses worn with loose curls are a shared go-to look.

  14. Kate Middleton Harry Girlfriend Style Ryal Blue

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    When Meghan wore this royal blue gown with geometric cutouts at a NYC Dinner, it was reminiscent of what Kate wore to the 40th Anniversary of SportsAid celebration.

  15. Kate And Meghan Style Twins Black Strapless

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    When Meghan rocked this elegant strapless black dress and necklace, it was reminiscent of a look Kate wore to a 2011 gala.

  17. Kate Middleton Harry Girlfriend Style Greendress

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    Both look stylish in green dresses with gold buttons.

  18. Kate Middleton Harry Girlfriend Deep V

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    Deep-V necklines are obviously a trend that both ladies can appreciate.

  19. Kate Middleton Harry Girlfriend Black Turtleneck

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    Kate rocked a black turtleneck and behind-the-ear hairstyle at a business meeting in 2014; Meghan looked similar in March 2016 in New York City.

  21. Kate Middleton Harry Girlfriend Updos

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    Teal evening dresses call for simple, chic updos.

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