Meghan Markle savaged for awkward wardrobe malfunction at major event

Alicia Liberty, Ellie Hook Tue, August 11, 2026 at 9:43 AM UTC

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Meghan Markle was ridiculed over major fashion ‘blunder' (Image: Getty)

Meghan Markle is facing backlash from royal fans following her controversial fashion statement, with critics likening her bold designer ensemble to a "toga costume."

The Duchess of Sussex, 45, accompanied Prince Harry to the David Foster Foundation's 40th Anniversary Celebration in Victoria, British Columbia, on Friday evening,.

The Duchess selected a striking one-shouldered black gown for the gala, but the unconventional draped style immediately sparked heated debate online, triggering widespread commentary. The pair attended the high-profile gathering on August 7, where many trolls mocked them for being "snubbed" by a Hollywood icon.

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Social media erupted shortly after, as users scrutinized the misstep, particularly targeting the extensive fabric sweep cascading from Meghan's shoulder.

On X, one criticposted, "Her dress looks like a toga costume." Another shared their disappointment, stating, "I didn't realise how tacky that dress looked till I saw this, oh my gosh video."

Meghan wore a one shouldered maxi dress (Image: Getty)

A third questioned the gown's dramatic draping, joking, "Why is she holding that scrap of fabric like it's a water hose?"

Meanwhile, another royal fan believed the outfit bore similarities to the green outfit Kate Middleton wore to Wimbledon last month.

They wrote, "My first thought was that it was a very badly executed riff on the beautiful green dress worn by the Princess of Wales on the final day of Wimbledon."

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However, not everyone shared the criticism, with plenty of fans rushing to Meghan's defense and praising the dramatic evening look. One wrote, "I think her dress would look better on someone that was taller. But agree I've seen her wear worse."

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry were all smiles with David and Katharine Foster (Image: Getty)

Another was much more enthusiastic, declaring, "I love the dress, it's gorgeous. " A second fan agreed, adding, "So stunning, I love the dress."

Meghan chose Greta Constantine's Fabrizio One-Shoulder Cape Gown, which retails for $1,795. The floor-length black design featured an asymmetric neckline that left one shoulder completely bare, while the opposite shoulder extended into a dramatic cape-like fabric panel.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry sat next to host David Foster at the gala (Image: Getty)

The form-fitting silhouette hugged Meghan's figure before cascading into a long, sweeping skirt, with the eye-catching draping trailing almost to the floor. Rather than overwhelming the outfit with accessories, Meghan kept the remaining elements understated.

She pulled her brunette hair back into a polished updo, allowing the asymmetric neckline to command attention, and opted for radiant makeup featuring defined eyes and a neutral lip.

For jewelry, the Duchess reached for one of the most meaningful pieces in her collection, wearing Princess Diana's pavé diamond butterfly stud earrings.

She also incorporated another recognizable staple from her jewelry box, Cartier's iconic yellow-gold Love bracelet, which delivered a subtle hint of gold against the all-black look. Prince Harry, 41, matched his wife in traditional black tie attire, donning a black tuxedo paired with a crisp white shirt, black bow tie and polished black shoes.

The pair posed together on the purple carpet before joining the anniversary celebration, which honored four decades of the Canadian charity's work.

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