LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM - JUNE 03: (EMBARGOED FOR PUBLICATION IN UK NEWSPAPERS UNTIL 24 HOURS AFTER CREATE DATE AND TIME) Meghan, Duchess of Sussex and Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex attend a National Service of Thanksgiving to celebrate the Platinum Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II at St Paul's Cathedral on June 3, 2022 in London, England. The Platinum Jubilee of Elizabeth II is being celebrated from June 2 to June 5, 2022, in the UK and Commonwealth to mark the 70th anniversary of the accession of Queen Elizabe
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Among the many things we imagine one might learn from being a royal is how to wear a suit impeccably. For his birthday, we look at what the Duke of Sussex’s style reveals about his personal tastes

Prince Harry has had a busy year since the death of his grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II: he released and went on a book tour for his memoir, Spare, in January; was present for the coronation of his father, King Charles III, in May; and he’s been attending multiple days of the Invictus Games this week.

What these events have in common is that he’d shown up impeccably dressed in suits that reflect his understanding of what works for him and the occasion. Of course, you’d expect that from a man who was trained from birth to mind the significance of every event he attends, where he’s be photographed from every angle. However, there is more to Prince Harry’s style than meets the eye.

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LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 14:  Prince William, Prince of Wales and Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex walk behind Queen Elizabeth II's coffin is taken in procession on a Gun Carriage of The King's Troop Royal Horse Artillery from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Hall on September 14, 2022 in London, England. Queen Elizabeth II will lay in state until the early morning of her funeral. Queen Elizabeth II died at Balmoral Castle in Scotland on September 8, 2022, and is succeeded by her eldest son, King Charles III
Above Prince William and Prince Harry (Photo: Getty Images)
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WINDSOR, UNITED KINGDOM - MAY 18: (EMBARGOED FOR PUBLICATION IN UK NEWSPAPERS UNTIL 24 HOURS AFTER CREATE DATE AND TIME) Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex attend the wedding of Lady Gabriella Windsor and Thomas Kingston at St George's Chapel on May 18, 2019 in Windsor, England. (Photo by Pool/Max Mumby/Getty Images)
Above Queen Elizabeth and Prince Harry in 2019 (Photo: Pool/Max Mumby/Getty Images)

It is also possibly indicative of the prince’s sentimental streak. For example, when he attended his grandmother’s funeral, he opted for a grey pinstriped trouser, rather than an all-black ensemble—a similar look to one he wore to a wedding that he’d attended with the late queen in 2019.

To celebrate Prince Harry’s birthday, we look at how he styles his suits, and why it works so well.

1. He knows his colours

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LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 14:  Prince Harry, Duke Of Sussex arriving to attend the Mental Health Conference at King’s College on March 14, 2019 in London, England. (Photo by Ian Lawrence/GC Images)
Above Prince Harry in 2019 (Photo: Ian Lawrence/GC Images)
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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 27:  Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex speaks during the Invictus Games Closing Ceremony at Qudos Bank Arena on October 27, 2018 in Sydney, Australia. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are on their official 16-day Autumn tour visiting cities in Australia, Fiji, Tonga and New Zealand.  (Photo by Karwai Tang/WireImage)
Above Prince Harry in 2018 (Photo: Karwai Tang/WireImage)

Prince Harry’s recognisable red hair means that he’s working with a select colour palettes, but he honours that and sticks to shades that suits him. Blues, greys and neutrals all work well to complement his features, and he doesn’t stray too far from them.

2. He occasionally forgoes a tie

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CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA - SEPTEMBER 24: (UK OUT FOR 28 DAYS) Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex attend a reception for young people, community and civil society leaders at the Residence of the British High Commissioner, during the royal tour of South Africa on September 24, 2019 in Cape Town, South Africa.  (Photo by Pool/Samir Hussein/WireImage)
Above Prince Harry and Meghan in 2018 (Photo: James D. Morgan/Getty Images)
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DUSSELDORF, GERMANY - SEPTEMBER 06: Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex during the Invictus Games Dusseldorf 2023 - One Year To Go launch event on September 06, 2022 in Dusseldorf, Germany. The Invictus Games will be held in Germany for the first time in September 2023. (Photo by Samir Hussein/WireImage)
Above Prince Harry and Meghan in 2018 (Photo: Karwai Tang/WireImage)

Prince Harry doesn’t always wear a tie with his suits, and this creates a uniquely casual effect not often seen in traditional royal dressing. This styling alludes to his mother, Princess Diana, who took plenty of fashion risks during her time.

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3. He does traditional with a twist

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LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 11: Meghan, Duchess of Sussex and Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex attend the Commonwealth Day service at Westminster Abbey on March 11, 2019 in London, England. (Photo by Karwai Tang/WireImage)
Above Prince Harry and Meghan in 2019 (Photo: Karwai Tang/WireImage)
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LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 09: Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex attend the Commonwealth Day Service 2020 on March 09, 2020 in London, England. (Photo by Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images)
Above Prince Harry and Meghan in 2020 (Photo: Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images)

Following his mother’s influence, Prince Harry often incorporates a unique element to his suits: it might be a pop of colour in the lining of his suit, as seen with a flash of peacock blue, or he’ll play with around with colour, as he did with this suit and tie combo in lighter shades of blue.

4. He complements his wife

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LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 07: Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex leave Canada House on January 07, 2020 in London, England. (Photo by Samir Hussein/WireImage)
Above Prince Harry and Meghan in 2020 (Photo: Samir Hussein/WireImage)
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LONDON, ENGLAND - JULY 14: Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex attend "The Lion King" European Premiere at Leicester Square on July 14, 2019 in London, England. (Photo by Samir Hussein/WireImage)
Above Prince Harry and Meghan in 2019 (Photo: Samir Hussein/WireImage)

When Prince Harry attends events with his wife, Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, he’ll make the effort to coordinate his look with her and either match colours or wear complementary shades. Whether it’s a less formal look or a glamorous get-up, it makes for a visually pleasing effect.

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