Meghan Markle ‘broke dress code’ during her visit to Nigeria, with some suggesting the Duchess ‘bared too much skin’. The Duchess of Sussex, alongside Prince Harry, made a stylish impression in the African nation over the weekend, meeting injured servicemen, key figures and attending a charity polo match.
Meghan’s wardrobe choices were bold and varied. The ex-Suits actress was spotted in a backless blush pink dress on her first day in Nigeria and also donned the chic Carolina Herrera silk gown she wore when announcing her pregnancy with Princess Lilibet. Despite many admiring her fashion choices, some experts have suggested Meghan would have been flouting royal protocols had it been an official visit, reports the Mirror.
Fashion guru Susie Nelson said: “As Meghan is no longer a working royal, and this was a private visit, she didn’t have to think about royal rules and protocol regarding her clothes. The blush pink Heidi Merrick dress would not have been seen on an official royal tour having an open back.
“A royal official would have taken note of Nigerian travel site suggestions that modesty in clothing is preferred. I believe Nigeria is predominantly a Muslim country.”
Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, caught spectator attention as she observed Prince Harry participating in a volleyball match while clad in a £2,275 striped sundress. Commenting on Meghan’s choice of attire, stylist Susie noted: “The slit on the Johanna Ortiz dress would be too long for an official tour.”
In another instance, amidst their visit to the Officer Commanding of the Nigerian Defence Forces, Meghan opted for a sharply tailored white suit. Yet, Susie pointed out that some might find the trousers too snug.
Susie, who owns Modes and More, did commend Meghan’s decision to embrace vibrant colours. After a series of neutral outfits, the Duchess made an appearance in a bright red dress during a panel discussion with Women In Leadership.
The Duchess said: “It has been a whirlwind 24 hours since we arrived and I very quickly got the memo that I need to wear more colour so I can fit in with all of you in your incredible fashion.”
The cardinal-red-hued dress, an ethically conscious creation by Nigerian designer Orire, is priced under £230. Susie said: “The wearing of bright colours was a good idea, Nigerian clothes are colourful and Megan wanted to be noticed. The red dress was by a Nigerian brand Orire, a thoughtful choice.”
While Meghan faced backlash for her preference for revealing attire, Sarah Nearis, a fashion stylist, holds that it was a tactful choice.
Speaking to The Mirror, she said: “From the moment they touched down, Meghan displayed her sense of style ranging from chic maxi dresses to perfectly fitted suits. While there is really no dress code in Nigeria, people have been asking if Meghan bared too much skin while attending multiple events or if she broke any of the formal dress codes that the royal family must follow.
“I thought Meghan’s style for this trip was timeless, effortless and chic – and she usually doesn’t disappoint. One thing to note is that she was very much dressing for the temperatures in Nigeria which was were in the high 30s (Celsius) and very humid. Maybe she could have added a scarf for a little more coverage, but I thought she was respectful and elegant.”
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