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Meghan Markle Embraced the Fisherman Aesthetic with Her Sleeveless Turtleneck

Plus, three lookalikes to tide you over until it ships

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As I'm sure you're aware, Meghan Markle is one of the most stylish royals to have graced Buckingham Palace and even in her departure from the royal family, is still serving looks (albeit slightly more relaxed ones) from her home base of California. Case in point? On April 2, Markle took to Instagram to announce that her stock of yummy goods—like her viral flower sprinkles, raspberry spread and a number of teas from her new site, As Ever—was sold out in less than an hour. But I couldn't help but notice her outfit in the image that she shared.

The photograph, taken by Adam Amengual for the New York Times, features the Duchess of Sussex in an all-white monochrome fit sitting in a garden amidst growing veggies. She is all smiles while donning a sleeveless knit turtleneck— which just so happens to embody the "fisherman aesthetic" that's trending this spring. I did a little snooping and found the exact top from Brochu Walker—the Joseph mock-neck top ($298)—and lucky for us all, it's available for pre-order.

The Joseph top is a chunky knit made of soft, 100-percent organic mercerized cotton for a cozy feel. Crafted with a slightly shrunken fit and A-line silhouette, it is structured, yet made for movement, hitting right at the hip for a modern, everyday look. It also features some thoughtful details like forward side seams, a signature center-back seam and a deep ribbed stitch hem. Sleeveless and mock-necked, this top is perfect for fickle spring weather, as it can easily be layered with lighter (or heavier) pieces. It's also a part of Brochu Walker's ‘Kinder to The Environment’ collection which uses organic cotton yarn that eliminates harmful pesticides from production and meets rigorous safety standards.

Markle paired the top with a pair of white pants and accessorized with gold jewelry, like bracelets and rings. As spring rolls in, the Joseph top fits in seamlessly with the nautical look, marked by chunky knits, raincoats, market totes and boat shoes galore. And if you can't wait to get your hands on the pre-order (which is set to ship in June), I've sourced three similar tops to shop in the meantime.

This relaxed, standard-fit top is made from a 75 percent cotton/25 percent nylon blend. Complete with a bit of stretch, the lightweight ribbed sweater tank features a classic crew neck, rich texture and airy, breathable knit. Throw on a pair of jeans, flats and some sunnies and you've got yourself a solid spring fit.

Available in 29 colors and patterns, this sleek sweater vest is incredibly versatile—not to mention wallet-friendly. Made with a super soft acrylic knit and a looser, casual fit, it's ideal for those transitional spring days that still have a slight chill in the air (or those inevitably breezy nights by the beach).

Made from a cozy cotton blend, this laid-back mock-neck tank boasts the most similar fit to Markle's. It features luxe waffle stitching, a contrast ribbed trim and a body-skimming fit that's flattering without being constricting. Snag it in white or opt for one of the other two contrast colorways—Nocturnal or Fountain. Either way, you'll be channeling the duchess—and feeling comfy to boot.


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