Meghan Markle's Fashion and Style Part 1: November 2017 - May 2018

[evolvingdoors]

I'm hoping as time passes (especially after the marry) that she might start to evolve her style a little..perhaps take a bit more risk or play with different looks. A shame to have access to all those designers and options and not use them!


LaRae

Second!

Accents and shades and prints can only go so far if you’re sticking to three colors and their very limited shade range!

Problem is? The sticking to just those colors is making her stand out (and not in a good way) yet blend in (again not in a good way) in these events because everyone is wearing color and she’s not. When she and Harry were sitting at the cafe it felt like she was almost invisible, because she was wearing too much black.
The sweater should have at least been a forest green color.

 

[FashionMaven]

It’s pretty lighthearted. “Who wore it better”. It’s funny. I remember my grandfather used to wear this garish yellow check blazer and my grandmother would tell him it belonged on a racehorse

LOL.

No I agree that in this instance the quip was funny, but in general, that insta is very nasty to Meghan. It's - pun not intended - quite savage.

I found it last weekend and was really sorry that I did.

I don't mind honest critique of Meghan - but mean spiritedness? I'd hoped to avoid it which is why I immediately "forgot" that particular instagram. YMMV.

 

[AdmirerUS]

A few thoughts.

The pants were great indoors. A bit fluffy and wet out of doors with the coat. But not a horror.

Many of us who found the coat bland or neutral were from the US. I think perceiving the oomph of black watch is a continental (or even UK) thing. I really liked this oversized plaid and found it fun, classic and colorful as plaids go. If anyone cares to actually learn about plaids there is a lot of great info on the webpages of authentic Scots tartan weavers. Rest assured that historic tartans were muddled in color as dyes were not as sophisticated as they are today. The rules are that unless you are of a clan, the tartans you should wear are somewhat restricted. And Black watch. (or a variant) is soooooo classic, open to the public (I think) and not neutral at all.

That bag was perfection and the crossbody thing is something Princess Anne is considering as soon as she sees these photos.

As to Meghan wearing coats that are oversize on her - piffle. She loves a great coat. There is wonderful drama to greatcoats as she wears them. It's a bit swashbuckling - for lack of a better word. My theory is that she prefers a longer sleeve to wearing gloves. Good fo her. Let her take the lead on a fashion choice. I personally cannot stand a sleeve to be tight on my upper arm. I thinking Meghan may have that same preference.

I personally think she likes a semi staid/neutral palate and that she will continue to disappoint many of you. I like what she's doing. It's appropriate and fresh in design, if not color. And In 5 years she will be wearing different things, anyway. She will grow in her styling choices.

And I love her voice. Off topic, but it is clear, just a bit deep and understandable.

 

[FashionMaven]

A few thoughts.

The pants were great indoors. A bit fluffy and wet out of doors with the coat. But not a horror.

Many of us who found the coat bland or neutral were from the US. I think perceiving the oomph of black watch is a continental (or even UK) thing. I really liked this oversized plaid and found it fun, classic and colorful as plaids go. If anyone cares to actually learn about plaids there is a lot of great info on the webpages of authentic Scots tartan weavers. Rest assured that historic tartans were muddled in color as dyes were not as sophisticated as they are today. The rules are that unless you are of a clan, the tartans you should wear are somewhat restricted. And Black watch. (or a variant) is soooooo classic, open to the public (I think) and not neutral at all.

That bag was perfection and the crossbody thing is something Princess Anne is considering as soon as she sees these photos.

As to Meghan wearing coats that are oversize on her - piffle. She loves a great coat. There is wonderful drama to greatcoats as she wears them. It's a bit swashbuckling - for lack of a better word. My theory is that she prefers a longer sleeve to wearing gloves. Good fo her. Let her take the lead on a fashion choice. I personally cannot stand a sleeve to be tight on my upper arm. I thinking Meghan may have that same preference.

I personally think she likes a semi staid/neutral palate and that she will continue to disappoint many of you. I like what she's doing. It's appropriate and fresh in design, if not color. And In 5 years she will be wearing different things, anyway. She will grow in her styling choices.

And I love her voice. Off topic, but it is clear, just a bit deep and understandable.

I agree. It's going to also take time for her to build up her wardrobe for the UK. I'm sure she's repeating some pieces, but she's also adjusting to her new surroundings.

I'm fine with her color choices - that has never disappointed me. It takes a lot of discipline to stay within a capsule neutral wardrobe. I don't have the same discipline and sadly sometimes end up with weird colors in my wardrobe that don't really look good unless I have a TON of complimentary colors to go with it. But blacks and neutrals ALWAYS look good, sleek and stylish no matter what. When you throw color into the mix, unless it's a singular piece like a dress or a coat, you kinda have to have several pieces in similar tones to pull off a well considered look.

That's expensive.

I don't find wearing one bright color with some neutrals to be very stylish or considered. I know several have said - she just needs a splash of color! But adding one splash of color to a neutral outfit in my eyes ruins the outfit and makes it look unconsidered and pedestrian. I'd prefer seeing tone on tone and color in tones and in complementary pairings than one color with black. If I wear color - it's either in one dress or coat, or I have on multiple shades of the color for a tone on tone look.

I think Meghan might be the same, given her previous wardrobe choices.

I think in spring we might see more color too. But I don't think we will ever see Meghan use color to "pop" in her accessories or clothes unless it's truly coordinated with other items she's wearing. That doesn't appear to be her style.

Consider her Sandringham outfit. She wore multiple tones of camel/tan and burgundy.

 

[Pranter]

I don't think when folks say a pop of color they mean she would wear hot pink accessories.

Today she had a pop of color with her coat and her purse. You can add color without huge glaring/jarring contrasts.

I think she did need a little more on the outfit itself (sans coat). A necklace etc..something with pearls to pick up the pear on the pant.


LaRae

 

[O-H Anglophile]

I don't think when folks say a pop of color they mean she would wear hot pink accessories.

Today she had a pop of color with her coat and her purse. You can add color without huge glaring/jarring contrasts.

I think she did need a little more on the outfit itself (sans coat). A necklace etc..something with pearls to pick up the pear on the pant.


LaRae

I agree, a pop of color is just that-one piece in a color-a scarf, a purse, shoes or blouse. I think it can look very nice.

 

[ladongas]

Awwww.. :flowers



Ohhh I need to find that video... I was wondering what it looked like with her coat open!!!

*races out of the thread to find the video*

Here’s a still picture of the pearly pants:

http://technewsbase.com/wp-content/...ce-harry-visit-holyroodhouse-in-edinburgh.jpg

(They do look great)

And from Tom and Lorenzo:

https://tomandlorenzo.com/2018/02/meghan-markle-tartans-burberry-visits-edinburgh-prince-harry/

 

[Madame Verseau]

I think the reason for understatement is for the UK to get to know Meghan. Flashy clothes and accessories would cement perceptions of typical Hollywood starlet, all flash, zero substance. Yes she has those criticisms now but the purpose is to win hearts and minds. And Meghan is making a statement in fashion with a messy bun, stacked rings, mismatched earrings, interesting handbags and pants most of the time. (Okay Stephanie of Luxembourg owns the pants.). Meghan is not wearing the Royal woman uniform of thick stockings, court shoes and suits, no pun intended.

 

[FashionMaven]

I don't think when folks say a pop of color they mean she would wear hot pink accessories.

Today she had a pop of color with her coat and her purse. You can add color without huge glaring/jarring contrasts.

But people are saying she isn't wearing enough color - even today - I think some people really do mean they want to see pops of more primary color.

I think she did need a little more on the outfit itself (sans coat). A necklace etc..something with pearls to pick up the pear on the pant.


LaRae

Pearls would have been too matchy with the pants, imo. I think not having them was much more modern.

I think Meghan is also a minimalist. Extra ornamentation just for the sake of it doesn't appeal to minimalists.

Here’s a still picture of the pearly pants:

http://technewsbase.com/wp-content/...ce-harry-visit-holyroodhouse-in-edinburgh.jpg

(They do look great)

SO sharp!

That is a fabulous silhouette on her.

 

[Curbside]

Yeah, the outfit looks awesome without the coat. I love those pants so much that I spent time this afternoon trying to find a similar sewing pattern.

 

[Pranter]

But people are saying she isn't wearing enough color - even today - I think some people really do mean they want to see pops of more primary color.



Pearls would have been too matchy with the pants, imo. I think not having them was much more modern.

I think Meghan is also a minimalist. Extra ornamentation just for the sake of it doesn't appeal to minimalists.

Hey if she wants to show up at the next event wearing Burgundy or Green I'll be happy as well. But she doesn't need to dress like the Queen to wear color. Loved the coat and purse today I would totally wear the coat and carry the purse.

Here's my view on the severe look like black on black on black. Either the outfit needs to be impeccable (Chanel etc...super high quality/style/structure) or it needs something to add to it to give it some umph.

I realize Meghan could care less about my views on fashion though!


LaRae

 

[rominet09]

So perfectly dressed and the bag is to die for !

 

[Grandma828]

I love Meghan's way of dressing.

 

[Rudolph]

And just to show it was all in good fun, here’s a tweet from The Mirror’s pictures editor

The awkward moment you and a shetland pony wear matching tartan.

Via Johnny Goldsmith Twitter

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DV6qUrLXcAA-TO-?format=jpg&name=large

 

[gerry]

And just to show it was all in good fun, here’s a tweet from The Mirror’s pictures editor

The awkward moment you and a shetland pony wear matching tartan.

Via Johnny Goldsmith Twitter

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DV6qUrLXcAA-TO-?format=jpg&name=large

I have a suspicion that the matching tartan did not cause awkwardness, rather I believe that Meghan's pants/trousis! hem came undone, so that she ended up dragging her 'pearly pants' bottoms through the streets of Edinburgh! In the pictures you can just see the unfinished fabric and the fold of what might be the lost hem!

 

[Royal Suitor]

Yeah, the outfit looks awesome without the coat. I love those pants so much that I spent time this afternoon trying to find a similar sewing pattern.

+1000 That hallway shot is fabulous and so are the outdoor pics where they're walking and the coat is open. In motion the pants length isn't an issue. Guess I'm used to the fact that Meghan's coats while fashionable are worn for warmth and function. I always look forward to seeing her outfit once the coat comes off.

That said, I'm pro neutrals and Meghan can wear pants everyday if she wants but I hope she puts the all black look away for the next engagement.

 

[Countessmeout]

I for one loved her coat. The great tartan was a nice nod to Scotland. And a nice pop of color and print for her. I don't find it too big, its an outer coat in winter. Its the style of the coat, not the overly fitted retro coats of others.

I actually loved the pants. The pearl detail was great

But she suffers from the same problem as me, hemming. I find I have to have every pair of pants I buy hemmed, as designers seem to think people with my waste should be several inches taller. My pants look like that if I don't get them hemmed, always dirty on bottom and a risk for me stepping on. The difference, she has the money and time to get them hemmed.

Great purse. Practical having it over her shoulders.


Laughing at the hair fidget comments. Who does that remind us of I recall being told 'its natural', 'its windy', her 'loose hair is just her style'. Maybe Meghan can borrow some of those excuses

 

[MARG]

I really liked Meghan's total look today but there was obviously a bit of mild rain or sleet because by the time they stopped at the Cafe Meghan's hair look damp and straggly.

However, everything else was spot on. Loved the pants and am inclined to agree with the idea that the hemming left something to be desired, but the coat was wonderful and was, of course, no accident that the tartan was the same as the Mascot's coat and his escort's kilt! Okay, it was the Tartan of the Royal Regiment of Scotland.

Now it get's interesting for those wanting a "pop of colour", black, white, red, blue, green, grey and purple would all have been a faux pas as after the amalgamation of the Scottish Regiments, while all the troops wear essentially the same uniform, the coloured hackles are worn on the Tam o’ Shanter headdress indicate the battalion they belong to. So, no favouritism for Meghan.

Tom and Lorenzo are hilarious but I can't argue with their summation:

In other words, we’re all for comfort and trendiness, future Princess Harry, but the world wants to see your shoes, dear.

 

[hel]

I actually have less of a problem with the oversized nature of the coat than I do with the odd proportions. The pockets look awkward. The length - given the shape - wasn't right.

The pants and coat did not work well together. The pants looked better when the coat was off, and the coat would have been much, much better with a narrower pair of pants.

 

[FashionMaven]

I actually have less of a problem with the oversized nature of the coat than I do with the odd proportions. The pockets look awkward. The length - given the shape - wasn't right.

The pants and coat did not work well together. The pants looked better when the coat was off, and the coat would have been much, much better with a narrower pair of pants.

Interesting - I actually think she needed a sharper wide leg at the foot and would have thought the look odd if she'd gone with narrower pants (unless she had on pants tucked into knee high boots). I think for me, the weight of the pant material is what threw it off. I wanted a stiffer wool that could hold a sharp crease.

I love the pants she wore - just thought the material was a bit too flimsy.

 

[Mademoiselle Lilo]

She looks Unkempt: the coat is too long and looks big for her frame the pants are sloppy and dragging dirt and the hair is a miss.
her previous outfits Imo are maybe plain but were at least well fitted this one is a total miss.

 

[Princess Larisa]

I don’t know about the others, but when I say add a bit of color I mean looks like these:
https://i.pinimg.com/736x/3c/4b/23/3c4b2316276957258b05565c461244d8--prinses-mary-mary-donaldson.jpg
http://coolspotters.com/files/photo...9-ready-to-wear-jacket-gallery.jpg?1357480099
https://i.pinimg.com/736x/1b/46/a4/1b46a4cd7189eb753cbd1e1c657e6a0c--to-read-read-more.jpg
https://i.pinimg.com/originals/cf/ca/f7/cfcaf7ad370c0aaea6d6fe95c6eb5cb9.jpg
https://i.pinimg.com/736x/49/bc/2d/...5062681bb--princess-letizia-queen-letizia.jpg
http://www4.pictures.zimbio.com/gi/Duchess+Brabant+Queen+Mathilde+Queen+Mathilde+c8TCOk05jS8l.jpg
https://media1.popsugar-assets.com/...cess-Mary-Wearing-Yellow-Heels-April-2016.png
https://fashion.hellomagazine.com/i...yle-decemeber-2016/0-44-425/gallery_1_1-a.jpg
http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-EdsRHnGeXBU/VnFtGEt6wAI/AAAAAAAA5Vo/FsENUhoc27o/s735/Queen-Letizia-4.jpg

And trousers do come in other colors besides black. Like these royal masters of the lady pants have demonstrated:
https://cdn.images.express.co.uk/im...n-Letizia-of-Spain-check-trousers-1079860.jpg
https://i.pinimg.com/originals/5f/80/60/5f8060cf2617da6ed52958db594ae046.jpg
https://i.pinimg.com/736x/62/7c/1a/...1e0f64a9e--princess-letizia-queen-letizia.jpg
https://fashion.hellomagazine.com/i...l-style-of-the-week-27/0-27-9/letizia1--a.jpg
https://cdn.images.express.co.uk/im...een-Letizia-wearing-white-trousers-979524.jpg
https://media1.popsugar-assets.com/...35/i/Queen-Letizia-Red-Pants-October-2016.jpg
https://i.pinimg.com/736x/53/3d/44/...c8--kroonprinses-mary-crown-princess-mary.jpg
https://i.pinimg.com/236x/a4/dc/47/...ffbad--kronprinzessin-mary-office-fashion.jpg
https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-p3znDTUx...cB/s595/Princess-Mary-Princess-Victoria-2.jpg
http://1.bp.blogspot.com/--DhkpBulBCE/T2D9q3i8STI/AAAAAAAAGis/GgSHM0ZqdWU/s1600/2012-03-04-10.jpg

 

[royal rob]

Thank you for all those photos. Now if we could just get Meghan to see them !!!

 

[MARG]

But people are saying she isn't wearing enough color - even today - I think some people really do mean they want to see pops of more primary color.

Pearls would have been too matchy with the pants, imo. I think not having them was much more modern.

I think Meghan is also a minimalist. Extra ornamentation just for the sake of it doesn't appeal to minimalists.

I think a pair of pearl earrings would have been nice but as to the colour, what was wrong with the Tartan and the green handbag?

I know Mary and Letizia are dab hands at this but honestly, give the woman a break. Meghan hasn't had the requisite thirteen odd years they have had to achieve their style. Meghan seems to be wearing mostly what is in her wardrobe and is busy getting a "feel" for the UK, the way fashion differs from the US and Canada is not insignificant.

Meghan has made a few judicious purchases, bag, jeans, etc. but mostly she is getting a feel for the way women in her situation dress, the expectations of her and how she feels about it all.

I am sure she is in awe of Catherine and Sophie but whatever style she achieves I think it is going to be minimalist and she could very well be watching Anne!

As to her lack of decent jewellery, I think it is something she really hasn't thought about and love it or hate it, it's her destiny.

 

[wyevale]

a few judicious purchases,

FOUR pairs of black trousers is hardly 'judicious'...

 

[MARG]

I have a darned sight more than that in my closet in that they are perfect professional garb. However, aside from the jeans, are we sure they were purchased in the UK?

 

[Curryong]

Yes, do we know? IMO Meghan is probably wearing a lot of basic garments that were already in her closet, alongside purchased 'tribute to locale' pieces like the tartan coat.

 

[FashionMaven]

I don’t know about the others, but when I say add a bit of color I mean looks like these:
...

LOL - I knew what you meant and what others meant when you talked about color. And the pictures you posted are exactly what I thought you meant.

So I'm just going to repeat what I said already - because I meant what I said and it applies to the pics of color you posted as well. Bolded parts for emphasis to address your pics in particular.

I don't find wearing one bright color with some neutrals to be very stylish or considered. I know several have said - she just needs a splash of color! But adding one splash of color to a neutral outfit in my eyes ruins the outfit and makes it look unconsidered and pedestrian. I'd prefer seeing tone on tone and color in tones and in complementary pairings than one color with black. If I wear color - it's either in one dress or coat, or I have on multiple shades of the color for a tone on tone look.

I think Meghan might be the same, given her previous wardrobe choices.

I think in spring we might see more color too. But I don't think we will ever see Meghan use color to "pop" in her accessories or clothes unless it's truly coordinated with other items she's wearing. That doesn't appear to be her style.

Consider her Sandringham outfit. She wore multiple tones of camel/tan and burgundy.

I think people trying to force Meghan into the style aesthetic like you posted will probably be disappointed. Maybe it's too fine a hair to split so people understand what I mean, but what you posted is far and away from what Meghan's style appears to be. When she uses color - I just don't think it's going to be done that way.

But I feel like I'm repeating myself and folks are looking at me like Andy in The Devil Wears Prada looked at those two turquoise belts and couldn't work out how they were different, so I'll shut up about this now.

I think a pair of pearl earrings would have been nice but as to the colour, what was wrong with the Tartan and the green handbag?

I know Mary and Letizia are dab hands at this but honestly, give the woman a break. Meghan hasn't had the requisite thirteen odd years they have had to achieve their style. Meghan seems to be wearing mostly what is in her wardrobe and is busy getting a "feel" for the UK, the way fashion differs from the US and Canada is not insignificant.

Meghan has made a few judicious purchases, bag, jeans, etc. but mostly she is getting a feel for the way women in her situation dress, the expectations of her and how she feels about it all.

I am sure she is in awe of Catherine and Sophie but whatever style she achieves I think it is going to be minimalist and she could very well be watching Anne!

As to her lack of decent jewellery, I think it is something she really hasn't thought about and love it or hate it, it's her destiny.

Hey - I'm only pointing out what others here are saying about her and color. I'm on her side and love her neutral and tone on tone dressing and the all black, etc.. and black with neutrals.

I was only responding to someone else who was saying no one was saying she needed color or a pop of color. I was only pointing out that many folks (see above) ARE saying that and ragging on Meghan because she's not wearing color the way they want her to (apparently like Mary and Letizia).

I for one hope she never dresses like them - except maybe Letizia when she does one color as a statement.

FOUR pairs of black trousers is hardly 'judicious'...

I have at least 15 pairs of black pants of different styles in my closet. I think a lot of women do? Black pants are a wardrobe staple...

 

[Princess Larisa]

LOL - I knew what you meant and what others meant when you talked about color. And the pictures you posted are exactly what I thought you meant.

So I'm just going to repeat what I said already - because I meant what I said and it applies to the pics of color you posted as well. Bolded parts for emphasis to address your pics in particular.

But adding one splash of color to a neutral outfit in my eyes ruins the outfit and makes it look unconsidered and pedestrian.

I think people trying to force Meghan into the style aesthetic like you posted will probably be disappointed. Maybe it's too fine a hair to split so people understand what I mean, but what you posted is far and away from what Meghan's style appears to be. When she uses color - I just don't think it's going to be done that way.

But I feel like I'm repeating myself and folks are looking at me like Andy in The Devil Wears Prada looked at those two turquoise belts and couldn't work out how they were different, so I'll shut up about this now.

I was only responding to someone else who was saying no one was saying she needed color or a pop of color. I was only pointing out that many folks (see above) ARE saying that and ragging on Meghan because she's not wearing color the way they want her to (apparently like Mary and Letizia).

I for one hope she never dresses like them - except maybe Letizia when she does one color as a statement.

Well, I find dressing in all black basic and pedestrian, not to mention depressing, so I guess we’ll just have to agree to disagree there.

The thing with comments like ‘’I own so and so’’ and ‘I wear so and so all the time’’ is that ‘’you’’ are not a public person whose photo is taken and put on front pages every time you go to work. In 23-30 years, no one will do a retrospective of your or my work outfits. However, this is the reality of royal life. That is why royal women have stylists, just like Meghan has. Every single thing she’s worn since her engagement has been planed and styled by Jessica. She’s actually made comments about ordering some things for Meghan. I’m sure Meghan has input, but she’s hardly getting up in the morning and trying to put together a decent look from things in her closet before dashing to work like most of us do.

I don’t understand the defensiveness. This is a fashion thread about an almost royal on a royal forum, not an attack on your personal fashion aesthetics. Meghan will wear what she wants and people will like it or not. Those who do not like it have the full right to say so. This does not make their opinion wrong or ‘’ragging’’. And it certainly doesn’t mean they don’t like Meghan, which seems to be the assumption for some people. I don’t understand this idea that if you like a royal, you have to worship everything they wear. I mean my favorite royal is Queen Maxima and she certainly isn’t a perfect dresser in my eyes.

And just to point out Mary and Letizia, whose fashion style you apparently don’t like, are constantly selected as best dressed royals by fashion magazines. Hardly something a future royal would want to avoid, imo.

You edited parts of your post, so I just put it all together here.

 

[jacqui24]

Well, I find dressing in all black basic and pedestrian, not to mention depressing, so I guess we’ll just have to agree to disagree there.

The thing with comments like ‘’I own so and so’’ and ‘I wear so and so all the time’’ is that ‘’you’’ are not a public person whose photo is taken and put on front pages every time you go to work. In 23-30 years, no one will do a retrospective of your or my work outfits. However, this is the reality of royal life. That is why royal women have stylists, just like Meghan has. Every single thing she’s worn since her engagement has been planed and styled by Jessica. She’s actually made comments about ordering some things for Meghan. I’m sure Meghan has input, but she’s hardly getting up in the morning and trying to put together a decent look from things in her closet before dashing to work like most of us do.

I don’t understand the defensiveness. This is a fashion thread about an almost royal on a royal forum, not an attack on your personal fashion aesthetics. Meghan will wear what she wants and people will like it or not. Those who do not like it have the full right to say so. This does not make their opinion wrong or ‘’ragging’’. And it certainly doesn’t mean they don’t like Meghan, which seems to be the assumption for some people. I don’t understand this idea that if you like a royal, you have to worship everything they wear. I mean my favorite royal is Queen Maxima and she certainly isn’t a perfect dresser in my eyes.

And just to point out Mary and Letizia, whose fashion style you apparently don’t like, are constantly selected as best dressed royals by fashion magazines. Hardly something a future royal would want to avoid, imo.

You edited parts of your post, so I just put it all together here.

I just want to point out that while we know she definitely rely on Jessica to an extent, we also don't know the extent of that partnership or if she has someone else in UK that she's working with. What we do know is that the orders from the denim company in Walsh and some other local brands did indicate someone else in KP is helping her. No matter how good Jessica is, her work has mainly been in Canada. No doubt she knows her Canadian brands well as we've seen on Mrs. Trudeau, but I do question how all the unknown and local brands could've been all planned out this perfectly by someone who is not local. It's not like Hiut is getting features in Vogue or many fashion blogs. In fact, fashion editors in Britain had to google some of the brands Meghan has worn that are local as pointed out by one of the articles I posted earlier. So I do have my doubts that this is all Jessica.

Jessica is clearly a very important person in Meghan's life as a friend and stylist, however to think that all this black is on her is unfair. Meghan prefers to dress a certain way and that's that. If you pay attention to Jessica or Mrs. Trudeau, neither of them wear nearly as much neutral as Meghan. So Meghan wears what she wears because she wants to. Jessica can send her whatever she wants, it's ultimately Meghan that's putting on her clothes in the morning. And she's certainly got her own opinion on fashion.

As for the royal ladies and their pieces that gets remember for many years to come, those are typically from the more formal events. At this point, this outfit is not going to go into history books anymore likely than the outfit Kate wore to Coventry or Letizia wore to an everyday engagement. Even with Diana, her more memorable pieces are more formal pieces. That's just the way it is. To think all of these everyday engagement pieces will all be looked at in detail in 20-30 years time is quite a stretch. Ultimately, they are just every day pieces, and most won't be remembered in a year's time unless they are worn again for another engagement.

And really the amount of comments after every outfit about how disappointing it is that she's not wearing color is getting to the point of ragging. Of course everyone has the right to voice they don't like it, but does others not have the right to disagree with some of the comments? There are some of us that can appreciate the style understanding that Meghan prefers neutrals and see nothing wrong with it. Sometimes it's hard for those of us that's actually trying to have a discussion to bring up points too because everytime this is thrown in our faces as soon as we disagree with someone that doesn't like Meghan's clothes. Don't we have a right to join the discussion just as much as those that hate she wears so much black? FashionMaven and I agree on a lot of things in terms of fashion, but there are times that we disagree, yet we can discuss about those things and have a productive discussion on fashion without telling anyone that we feel like we aren't allowed our opinions just because others disagree with it. And quite frankly, sometimes I get so tired of some of the comments about color that I don't even bother with that because when someone have explicitly said they prefer monochromatic dressing, and then you want color for that person, that's like setting yourself up for disappointment. There is nothing wrong with wearing black or other neutral colors, we know that's what she likes. I might like the style or I might not, but the continuous comments about colors do get quite old especially given Meghan's prior comments. I don't think she's changing anytime soon.