Experts have weighed in on Meghan Markle’s choice to recycle a modified version of a dress she wore three years ago, and doing so without Prince Harry at her side.
The Duchess of Sussex, 43, was pictured at the Children’s Hospital Los Angeles Gala earlier this month, wearing a Caroline Herrera gown she last wore three years ago. Interestingly, the dress had been altered, with the most visible change being the removal of the train that had previously trailed behind the gown.
Two public relations experts spoke with Express.co.uk about Meghan’s new style and what her solitary appearance says about her and Prince Harry’s lives in the United States four years after they moved there.
According to Ashley Rossiter of MirrorMePR, Meghan’s choice of the red dress signaled she did not want to be neglected, stating: “The dress is a statement not to be ignored, but combined with the dressed-down hair and make-up.”
She continued: “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 centered on what Meghan’s solo excursion means for her relationship with Harry since both halves of the Royal couple have been doing more independent tasks in 2024 than in previous years, according to the Express and the Mirror.
Joseph Hagan, the CEO of Streamline PR, has commented on Meghan’s previous solo excursions, stating, “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 provides another layer of subtle innovation while remaining true to her own style. For someone as famous as Meghan, small changes in look are seldom unintentional.”
He said further: “It’s a method to quietly communicate progress or a new chapter while staying personable and approachable. Her sleek appearance, along with her calm demeanor, conveys elegance and flexibility, all of which are important parts of her personal brand.”
