Meghan Markle’s Montecito mom wardrobe doesn’t tend to deviate: it’s all luxe cashmeres and airy linens in cream, navy, and charcoal tones. On the red carpet and for more glamorous occasions, expect flowy Ralph Lauren, drapey Balenciaga, slinky Chanel, and a sprinkling of some old Hollywood glamour.
On Friday evening (April 10), the Duchess of Sussex stepped out with husband Prince Harry for a private Netflix event celebrating the second season of Beef—on their own turf of Montecito, California. What Meghan wore? The Gale gown from California lifestyle brand Heidi Merrick, known for its breezy west coast style dresses, which she accessorized with a loved pair of tan Jimmy Choo Etana 50 leather strappy mules and Brilliant Earth diamond stud earrings. The silky gown comes in an on-trend—but divisive—chartreuse shade, with a flowing tiered skirt and fitted bodice.
Tapped as one of spring’s it-colors, chartreuse is bright, electric, and a little acidic, appearing across the runways of Balenciaga, Alaïa, Valentino, and Tibi. With its bright, nearly neon appearance, chartreuse might feel intimidating to wear, but on Meghan, you can see how flattering a shade it can be. Styling it can also be surprisingly versatile—like the duchess, you can keep it simple and the focal point of your total look. It also livens up neutrals, like black, white, and warm browns, while also playing well with other brights if you’re feeling more brave.
Photographed alongside Harry, Meghan also posed with Nicole Avant and Ted Sarandos. The night’s guestlist also included Katy Perry and partner Justin Trudeau, Carey Mulligan, Orlando Bloom, and Oscar Isaac. Amid some of their more regular and recent appearances, the Sussexes are reportedly working on developing a scripted drama show themed around polo via their company Archewell Productions. (The highly scrutinized With Love, Meghan was not renewed for a third season by Netflix.)
We’ve witnessed Meghan Markle undergo somewhat of a style shift across the last year, as she steps more and more into the public eye again. The As Ever founder has been experimenting softly with more glamorous looks, starting with a surprise Paris Fashion Week appearance last year, supporting her friend Pierpaolo Piccioli at his Balenciaga debut swathed in a dramatic white cape. For the Fifteen Percent Gala, she walked the red carpet solo wearing a Harbison Studio gown with a dramatic, flowing train. This bright and bold shade feels in step with Meghan’s more directional, changing aesthetic—just in time for spring.
