Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are once again gearing up for another globe-trotting adventure, this time setting their sights on Colombia.
The couple is scheduled to land in Bogotá on August 15th, followed by a visit to the coastal city of Cartagena the next day. Their itinerary includes attending a star-studded music festival and visiting a town marked by a poignant history. However, the real buzz might center around Meghan’s fashion choices during this South American journey. During their previous trip to Nigeria, Meghan captivated onlookers with an array of maxi dresses and gowns, showcasing pieces by local designers.
One name that has emerged in the speculation is Johanna Ortiz, a Colombian designer who has previously dressed Meghan with mixed reviews. Ortiz’s creations have adorned Meghan's wardrobe on several occasions, including the gold sleeveless gown she wore to the M Foundation Awards and various outfits during the Nigeria trip. Naturally, this leads to curiosity about whether Ortiz will once again have a presence in Meghan's wardrobe choices.
Adding an intriguing layer to the story is a rumor that Ortiz extended a generous offer to Meghan for this Colombian tour, hoping that the Duchess would showcase her latest designs. Such an endorsement could have provided Ortiz’s brand with a glamorous spotlight and potentially boosted sales. However, reports suggest that Meghan did not reciprocate the favor. According to a video by UK Royal Trends, sources close to Ortiz have disclosed that the designer is reportedly crestfallen over Meghan's alleged refusal to pay for the outfits. Ortiz, who anticipated that Meghan's endorsement would propel her brand into the limelight, now feels snubbed and disrespected. This situation paints Meghan in a negative light, as if she has turned a generous offer into another opportunity to flaunt freebies, all while embarking on yet another taxpayer-funded journey. The audacity of the situation is indeed striking.
To further complicate matters, there are whispers that Ortiz's disappointment is not merely about a missed financial opportunity but also about Meghan's controversial fashion reputation. Critics have long lamented that Meghan’s sartorial choices often fall short of expectations. An insider even remarked, "Meghan doesn’t have the type of figure that complements high fashion. Most designers would rather not have her wear their clothes at all, as she consistently looks unkempt." On the other hand, it is important to consider that these claims about Ortiz's dissatisfaction and Meghan's alleged refusal to pay could be nothing more than sensationalized rumors. The UK Royal Trends YouTube channel has stirred the pot with these allegations, but there is little concrete evidence to support them. Without an official statement from either Meghan or Ortiz, this story might be just another attempt to create controversy and grab headlines, rather than an accurate reflection of reality.
As it stands, the swirling rumors surrounding Meghan Markle’s Colombia trip only add to the mounting scrutiny she faces at every turn. Meghan, who appears to prioritize fashion choices over the causes she is supposedly championing, finds herself at the center of yet another media storm. Whether the claims about Ortiz’s dissatisfaction are valid or not, they certainly inject dramatic flair into what was already shaping up to be a grand display of royal travel, ostensibly funded by taxpayers. As Meghan prepares to make yet another public appearance, we can only watch and wait to see if these rumors hold any truth or if they are merely another chapter in the ongoing saga of Meghan Markle’s controversial and extravagant public life.
