Meghan Markle ‘crossed line’ on Australia tour as palace ‘concerned’ over outfits | Royal | News
Meghan Markle reportedly “crossed the line” during her recent visit to Australia, with royals raising concerns about the commercialization of her wardrobe during the high-profile trip.
The Duchess spent several days touring cities including Sydney, Melbourne and Canberra as part of what was described as a “semi-royal” tour with Prince Harry. While the couple’s looks attracted huge crowds, it was Meghan’s fashion choices that made headlines and sparked controversy behind the palace walls.
The Duchess has been showing off a series of flashy but increasingly bold outfits during public events, but scrutiny has intensified after her financial connection to OneOff, a shopping platform featuring clothes worn by celebrities, was revealed.
Her personal page on the platform features a variety of outfits worn during the tour and allows fans to purchase similar pieces through direct links. These include jewelry like the black “Priscilla Dress” and Real Fine Studio earrings that Karen Gee wore during a visit to a children’s hospital in Melbourne.
According to reports, the platform earns a commission on sales, a portion of which is believed to be shared with contributors; This raises concerns in royal circles about blending business and philanthropic outlooks.
A source told the Telegraph the Palace was “significantly concerned” by the move, suggesting it undermined the spirit of public service traditionally associated with royal engagements.
Another insider was more blunt, claiming the approach “crossed the line”, especially given that some of the outfits featured were worn during charity visits.
The controversy was further fueled by reactions to Meghan’s high-profile “girls weekend” event in Sydney, where she was a VIP speaker. Ticket prices for the multi-day retreat start from £1,439, with premium packages costing more than £1,700 offering perks such as close seating at the gala dinner and group photos with the Duchess.
Promoted as a luxury experience focused on “reconnecting” and “powerful conversations,” the event was criticized by some observers who questioned the logic of such pricing during a tour with philanthropic elements.
Despite the backlash, the Duke and Duchess continue to attract intense public attention during their visit, with supporters praising Meghan’s style and independence.
But with tensions reportedly rising behind the scenes, the tour once again highlighted the couple’s ongoing balancing act between their business ventures and their public roles.
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