Meghan Markle recently made headlines for less than stellar reasons during her appearance at the G9 Ventures Summer Summit in the Hamptons.
The 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 drew considerable attention, it was Markle's outfit that stole the spotlight for all the wrong reasons.
Markle's choice for the event was 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 Markle'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's 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 Markle'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 looked like a wrinkled tablecloth, with suggestions 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 outfit's fit, with suggestions that it would have suited a taller person with more curves better.
The critiques didn't stop at just the outfit. There were also remarks about Markle'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 seem to be her thing—but she really struggles to pull this off. It would be much better suited for a taller woman with a few more curves."
Additionally, the backless and side-boob-exposed design of the outfit added to the scrutiny. Some critics pointed to what they perceived 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.
