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Amber Graafland

The Meghan Markle trainer dupes from M&S you need to know about

Ethical French trainer brand Veja are having a bit of a moment. 

Made from recycled plastic bottles and wild rubber the sustainable sneaker brand founded by  François-Ghislain Morillion and  Sébastien Kopp have gained a cult following.

Veja work with cooperatives of small producers and social associations in Brazil and France producing ecological trainers, bags and accessories.

When the sneakers arrived on Net-a-porter in early 2017 they were an instant hit and soon became their second and third bestselling items.

Emma Watson is fan and they also happen to be a favourite of the Duchess of Sussex who was spotted wearing their £95 'Esplar' style her royal visit to Australia in October.

Lyst reported that Instagram searches for the brand promptly rose by 113% year on year thanks to Meghan's endorsement.

The good news is that M&S have a similar pair that cost £49.50. 

When they first landed in store they promptly sold out - but the good news is they're back in stock. 

But you'd better be quick if you want to snap them up!

M&S leather lace-up trainers £49.50

Veja Esplar trainers £95 La Radoute

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