Meghan Markle recently made a surprise appearance at Balenciaga’s Paris Fashion Week show. The Duke of Sussex attended the high-profile event to support her friend, fashion designer Pierpaolo Piccioli. She wore a white outfit paired with matching pants and a long cape that draped over her shoulders. According to a recent source, Markle was the highest-paid guest at the show via Yahoo.
As per Rob Shuter‘s #ShuterScoop, Meghan Markle charged a seven-figure price tag to make an appearance at Balenciaga’s Paris Fashion Week show. One fashion insider told the outlet, “It wasn’t an invite — it was a transaction.” The individual further added, “Balenciaga wanted global attention, and Meghan delivered. A source shared that the 44-year-old’s team treated it like a movie premiere.”
The source also mentioned, “Private jet, five-star suite, glam squad — all part of the agreement.” Moreover, reports suggest that Piccioli is building a polished brand image, and Markle became the ideal muse. A stylist explained that the former actor is “modern royalty, and brands will pay for that aura.” Markle’s representatives had stated that she attended the fashion show “to support a friend.”
However, according to industry whispers, she ended up becoming one of fashion’s highest-paid guests.” A source hilariously said the royal member is “not walking the runway, but she’s still the most expensive ticket in Paris.”
This was Markle’s debut at Paris Fashion Week. She wore a long-sleeved white button-down shirt paired with wide-leg trousers and an elegant ivory cape, which added to the outfit’s overall beauty. To complete her look, Markle chose pointed-toe heels, a gold necklace, diamond earrings, and styled her hair in a sleek low bun.
Markle’s spokesman opened up on her stunning appearance at the show, stating, “Over the years, the duchess has worn a number of designs by Pierpaolo. They have worked closely together, collaborating on design for key moments on the world stage.”
The spokesperson continued, “She has long admired his craftsmanship and modern elegance, and tonight was no different.” “This evening reflects the culmination of many years of artistry and friendship, reflected in her support for his new creative chapter at Balenciaga,” the individual concluded.