During her recent visit to Nigeria, the Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle, impressed everyone with her impeccable fashion choices. The 42-year-old fashion icon effortlessly combined cherished vintage pieces with high-end designer wear, leaving a lasting impression wherever she went.
Meghan’s wardrobe showcased a beautiful blend of sentimental throwback garments and glamorous outfits, amounting to a total of nearly £120,000 worth of jewelry and new clothes. Her refined style and ability to effortlessly combine luxury and elegance make her a true fashion inspiration.
Throughout her visit, Meghan wore a range of high-end brands such as Carolina Herrera, Altuzarra, and Johanna Ortiz, demonstrating her exquisite taste in fashion. She also made a point to support local designers, wearing stunning pieces from Lagos-based Oríré and California’s Heidi Merrick, creating a representation of her connections to both Nigeria and her home state.
Meghan’s extensive jewelry collection was equally captivating. It included Princess Diana’s £17,800 Cartier watch, a stunning £15,011.84 ‘Against Evil Eye’ bracelet from Lorraine Schwartz, and hammered disc earrings worth £2,605 from Jennifer Meyer.
Let’s take a closer look at some of her outstanding outfits during the tour:
Friday’s Chic Ensemble
On the first day of the tour, Meghan started with a stylish peach dress from Heidi Merrick, paired with vintage gold earrings from Lanvin. She accessorized with a gorgeous collar necklace from AURate, a pinky ring from Lorraine Schwartz, a diamond hex tennis bracelet from Ariel Gordon, and a Cartier yellow gold Tank Francaise watch. The total cost of this outfit came to £77,119.76. Later in the day, she changed into a suit from Altuzarra, adding up to a grand total of £78,394.36 for Friday’s wardrobe.
Saturday’s Effortless Elegance
On Saturday, Meghan stunned in a beautiful Johanna Ortiz midi dress, paired with Emme Parsons sandals, Jennifer Meyer earrings, and Heidi Merrick sunglasses, totaling £5,406.23. Later in the day, she changed into a St Agni Studio dress, Aquazzura sandals, and vintage Dior earrings, bringing the total to £7,905. Overall, Saturday’s wardrobe cost £26,771.23.
Sunday’s Timeless Traditions
On Sunday, Meghan embraced the Nigerian culture by wearing a traditional Aso Oke outfit gifted by the Nigerian Diaspora Commission. She paired it with a Carolina Herrera shirt, an Ariel Gordon necklace, and her Burberry sandals, totaling £2,304.5. She later changed into a yellow Carolina Herrera dress with Jennifer Meyer earrings, bringing the total to £2,605. For her final look of the day, Meghan adorned a stunning Johanna Ortiz dress, Heidi Merrick sunglasses, gifted Nigerian coral drop earrings, and a Birks ring, totaling £7,132.17. Sunday’s wardrobe cost amounted to £12,041.67.
Overall, Meghan’s wardrobe for the Nigeria tour summed up to an impressive £117,207.26. While Meghan has stepped back as a senior royal and aims for financial independence, it remains uncertain who covers the cost of her clothing or if she receives any discounts from designers.
Meghan’s visit to Nigeria, also referred to as “the motherland,” showcased her deep connection to the country and her commitment to supporting both local and high-end fashion. Through her carefully curated outfits, she beautifully expressed her personal style while embracing and representing the cultures she holds dear.
