Meghan Markle’s ‘relatable’ new look ‘signals new chapter’ away from Prince Harry
Meghan Markle, 43, stepped out in a red gown at the Children's Hospital Los Angeles Gala earlier this month - but noticeably, Prince Harry was not by her side this time
Experts have weighed in on Meghan Markle’s decision to recycle a modified version of a dress she wore three years ago, and doing so without Prince Harry by her side.
The Duchess of Sussex, 43, was spotted at the Children’s Hospital Los Angeles Gala earlier this month, sporting a Caroline Herrera gown she last donned three years prior. Interestingly, the dress had been tweaked, with the most noticeable alteration being the removal of the train that once trailed behind the gown. Speaking to Express.co.uk, two PR gurus shared their thoughts on Meghan’s revamped look and what her solo appearance suggests about her and Prince Harry’s life in the US, four years after their relocation.
Ashley Rossiter of MirrorMePR suggested that Meghan’s choice of the red dress indicated she didn’t want to be overlooked, stating: “The dress is a statement not to be ignored, but combined with the dressed-down hair and make-up.” She added, “It also presents Meghan in a more relaxed frame and alludes to a less formal and more approachable persona, as well as showing Meghan’s natural beauty and figure off at her best.”
Speculation has also arisen regarding what Meghan’s solo outing implies about her relationship with Harry, as both halves of the Royal pair have been undertaking more individual duties in 2024 than in previous years, reports the Express, reports the Mirror. Streamline PR’s head honcho Joseph Hagan has dished out his take on Meghan’s recent solo outings, saying, “Her decision to step out without Prince Harry on this occasion adds to the buzz, further underscoring her independence and ability to hold the spotlight on her own.
“The hair refresh adds another layer of subtle reinvention, all while sticking to a look that works for her. For someone as high-profile as Meghan, subtle changes in appearance are rarely accidental.”
He elaborated further: “It’s a way to subtly signal growth or a new chapter, while still remaining relatable and approachable. Her sleek look, alongside her poised presence, communicates grace and adaptability, both of which are key elements of her personal brand.”
