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There’s nothing fancy about Meghan Markle’s Montecito mommy wardrobe: It’s all luxurious cashmere and lightweight linen in shades of cream, navy and charcoal. On the red carpet and more glamorous occasions, expect ethereal Ralph Lauren, draped Balenciaga, slinky Chanel and a dash of old Hollywood glamour.
The Duchess of Sussex attended a private Netflix event to celebrate Season 2 with husband Prince Harry on Friday night (April 10) beef— on their own turf of Montecito, California. What is Meghan wearing? Gale’s gown from California lifestyle brand Heidi Merrick, known for her breezy West Coast-style dresses, she paired with a pair of her favorite tan Jimmy Choo Etana 50 leather lace-up mules and Brilliant Earth diamond stud earrings. The silk gown comes in a popular yet controversial chartreuse hue, with a flowing tiered skirt and form-fitting bodice.
Chartreuse is regarded as one of the popular colors of spring. It is bright, electric and a little acidic, appearing on the runways of Balenciaga, Alaïa, Valentino and Tibi. Chartreuse has a bright, almost neon look that can be intimidating to wear, but on Meghan, you can see what a flattering color it is. It can also be surprisingly versatile in styling – like the Duchess, you can keep it simple and be the focal point of the overall look. It can also liven up neutral colors like black, white, and warm browns, and it pairs well with other bright colors if you’re feeling braver.
Meghan posed with Harry, as well as with Nicole Avant and Ted Sarandos. The night’s guest list also included Katy Perry and costar Justin Trudeau, Carey Mulligan, Orlando Bloom and Oscar Isaac. The Sussexes, who have been seen frequently lately, are reportedly developing a polo-themed scripted drama show through their company Archewell Productions. (After rigorous review With love, Megan Netflix has not renewed it for a third season. )
We’ve seen Meghan Markle go through a bit of a style transformation over the last year as she’s increasingly been back in the public eye. The As Ever founder has been experimenting with more glamorous looks, starting with a surprise Paris Fashion Week appearance last year, when she supported her friend Pierpaolo Piccioli in a dramatic white cape at her Balenciaga debut. At the Fifteen Percent Gala, she walked the red carpet alone in a Harbison Studio gown with a dramatic, flowing skirt. The bright and bold hue is in line with Meghan’s more directional, versatile aesthetic — just in time for spring.
