Meghan Markle recently made headlines for an unfortunate reason during her appearance at the G9 Ventures Summer Summit in the Hamptons.
This annual event, hosted by business power broker Amy Griffin, took place at Griffin's lavish $13 million estate, which she shares with her husband, billionaire hedge fund manager John Griffin. While the summit garnered considerable attention, it was Markle's outfit that stole the spotlight for all the wrong reasons.
Markle chose a cream-colored, wrinkled vest and pants ensemble from Revolve, retailing at around $870. She complemented the outfit with an understated updo and oversized sunglasses. However, according to a recent video by the Royal Saga YouTube channel, her fashion choice did not go unnoticed by fashion critics. The video claims that Amy Griffin, the host of the summit, was particularly vocal about her disapproval of Markle's attire, branding it as classless. Griffin, known for her forthright opinions and sharp wit, allegedly sparked a heated debate over Meghan's fashion sense. This criticism has stirred a storm of reactions from both the public and fashion enthusiasts, reflecting the intense scrutiny that Markle often faces. It is worth noting that these comments are based on allegations, and neither Meghan Markle nor Amy Griffin has publicly addressed the issue.
Despite the lack of official statements, the controversy has become a focal point for discussions about Meghan's style and its appropriateness for high-profile events. The criticism surrounding Markle's outfit has sparked a lively debate. Some observers felt that her choice resembled a wrinkled tablecloth, suggesting that her stylist might be trolling her. The combination of wrinkled linen and neutral beige was described by some as giving off a "sad beige mom vibe," with critics arguing that the outfit was unflattering and poorly executed. There were also comments about the fit of the outfit, with suggestions that it would have suited a taller person with more curves better.
The critiques did not stop at just the outfit. There were also remarks about Meghan's overall appearance, including her hair and the condition of her pants. One commentator noted that her look appeared messy and unkempt compared to the other attendees, with concerns that her high heels might have caused the bottom of her pants to become dirty or torn. One royal fan wrote, "As a self-proclaimed fashionista, the style of the outfit has great potential. Even in linen, which is known to wrinkle, it could work on the right person. I can see why she chose this—it's backless, beige, and linen, which seems to be the thing, but she really struggles to pull this off. Much better suited for a taller woman with a few more curves."
Another critic commented, "Again with the backless side boob and exposed shoulders." Adding to the scrutiny, some critics have pointed to what they perceive as an excessive PR effort to frame Markle as stunning in the outfit. The irony of this effort, according to some, is that it only serves to highlight the disconnect between the public relations narrative and the actual reception of her fashion choices. The notion that Markle's outfit was anything but flattering has led to accusations of narcissism and a sense that her fashion statements are not aligned with reality.
