Meghan Markle has always turned heads with her fashion choices — but did you know there was one look that actually broke the royal rules during a major moment?
From elegant blouses to sharp, power-dressing ensembles, Meghan is a global style icon that women everywhere look to for inspiration.
Still, there’s one particular outfit of hers that most people have completely overlooked.
Yet behind the scenes — and behind the gates of Buckingham Palace — that look may have stirred up more drama than we realized.
Known for not always following the royal dress code, Meghan didn’t just bend the rules during her engagement announcement — she blew right past them.
In their official engagement photo, Prince Harry looked sharp in a tailored suit, while Meghan stunned in a sheer gown.
The dress, adorned with gold leaf detailing over the chest and shoulders, flowed into a beautifully ruffled skirt.
Created by designer Ralph & Russo and reportedly priced at $75,000, the see-through fabric stirred some debate. While the style may have raised eyebrows at a more traditional royal event—some media outlets even noted it broke the unspoken rule about sheer clothing—it was undeniably elegant.
Social media lit up with compliments as soon as the photo was released.
One user commented, “They are so adorable! Their body language speaks volumes! Congrats you two!”
Another wrote, “I’m old enough to remember when Harry was born, and I’ve always had a soft spot for Diana. Meghan, you’ve brought a spark back into Harry’s life. Wishing you both happiness and love.”
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Someone commented, “A breath of fresh air Meghan. Breaking all the rules.. or Miss Independance.. A wow look at how in love and happy Harry is looking. Very relaxed Oozing with confidence.”
In another official photo, Harry and Meghan are seen close together, with Harry’s coat wrapped around both of them, while Meghan wears a white knitted outfit.
Since stepping away from royal duties, Meghan has showcased a range of outfits that many have admired.
On Instagram, she usually keeps it casual with washed denim jeans and a button-up shirt. But during her time as a working royal, she often wore polished looks — think pencil skirts, tailored blazers, and structured dresses.
Meghan once shared that a particular accessory — a Strathberry handbag — made her realize just how closely the public was watching her after the engagement. The bag sold out online within minutes of her being seen with it.
That moment, she said, “changed everything in terms of how I then looked at putting an outfit together.”