Meghan Markle consistently positions herself as the star in her various media ventures, whether it’s a documentary, podcast, or monologue. However, the latest buzz has nothing to do with her social commentary or efforts to seem relatable.
What’s caught everyone’s attention is her choice of outfit—specifically, a cashmere cardigan casually thrown over her shoulders while she’s cooking. The visual had many questioning the practicality of wearing such a luxurious item like a cape in the kitchen. It gave the impression less of a home cook and more of someone playacting as a domestic goddess. Unsurprisingly, the audience didn’t buy into the act; they were too busy laughing at what was clearly a fashion misfire.
In this much-discussed scene, Meghan wore a pair of £85 Zara trousers alongside a £1,100 Laura Piana cashmere knit. She completed the look with glittering Cartier jewelry, creating a curious contrast while stirring organic quinoa and proclaiming her love for mixing high-end pieces with affordable fashion. The supposed novelty of this style blend was treated as if it were a revolutionary idea, though celebrities have been pairing high and low fashion for decades—Sharon Stone famously did it with Gap and Vera Wang long ago. Even Mindy Kaling chimes in during the second episode to praise Meghan’s fashion sense, claiming it’s her favorite thing about her. But for many viewers, watching Meghan wrap a cardigan around her neck like she's about to embark on a yacht trip, only to dramatically transfer pretzels from one bag to another, felt more like an overproduced performance than an authentic moment.
What adds another layer to the spectacle is the irony. Back in her Suits days, when she was making her way through the world of basic cable, Meghan reportedly hosted a party to celebrate moving on from her budget wardrobe. Fast forward to today, and she’s now championing brands like Zara—though some speculate this is more about necessity than personal preference, given the absence of royal credit cards and an endless supply of designer gifts. This shift isn’t just about changing tastes; it’s about optics and narrative control.
It’s also about attitude. Catherine, Princess of Wales, has been wearing Zara for years without fanfare. She rewears pieces, embraces sustainable fashion, and still manages to look polished and graceful. Meghan’s version of the high-low look, however, often comes across as confused—beige piled on beige with little to no distinct style. And instead of offering a genuine backstory or inspiration when asked about her fashion choices, Meghan dives into name-dropping luxury brands. Zara pants. Laura Piana knit. It’s as if every response is a branding opportunity rather than a moment of personal connection.
The wardrobe itself is often seasonally baffling—cashmere draped over more cashmere, linen trousers, and layered cardigans with no clear weather logic. It reads more like a mishmash of gifted PR items than a thoughtfully curated outfit. At the heart of it all, her fashion moments seem to be less about expression and more about image crafting. Wrapping herself in designer labels while trying to appear down-to-earth doesn’t land as charming or clever—it feels like performative relatability.
Meanwhile, Catherine rewore a brown Zara jacket from over a decade ago and didn’t need a full-length documentary to make it a moment. That’s the real contrast. Meghan’s production may be titled With Love, Meghan, but to many, it reads more like With Laughs.
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