Amid her philanthropic endeavors at a children’s medical facility, the Duchess of Sussex faced a wave of scrutiny over a noticeable hole in her blouse, turning a simple fashion choice into the center of attention. Social platforms buzzed with mixed feedback as this unintentional detail inadvertently stole the spotlight.
Meghan Markle during her visit to the Children’s Hospital Los Angeles posted on April 2, 2024 | Source: X/@extratv
In a recent visit to the Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, Meghan Markle was spotted engaging with children and staff members as part of the hospital’s Make March Matter fundraising campaign.
Meghan Markle interacting with a child during her visit to the Children’s Hospital Los Angeles posted on April 2, 2024 | Source: X/@extratv
Dressed in a white blouse paired with a floral print flowy skirt, Markle—known for her philanthropy and humanitarian endeavors—enjoyed a special storytime session with the kids.
Meghan Markle during her visit to the Children’s Hospital Los Angeles posted on April 2, 2024 | Source: X/@extratv
Despite the charitable cause, her appearance prompted harsh criticism from the public when observers noticed an unexpected detail in her attire: a hole in her blouse.
A close up of the hole in Meghan Markle’s blouse during her visit to the Children’s Hospital Los Angeles posted on April 2, 2024 | Source: X/@extratv
“How embarrassing! But she would never make that mistake of posting a photoshopped pic,” commented one user. A royal gossip account sarcastically tweeted, “Meghan’s next children’s book: The Duchess of Sussex Has Holes in Her Clothes. #MeghanMarkle #MeghanMarkleEXPOSED #HarryandMeghanAreAJoke.”
A close up of the hole in Meghan Markle’s blouse during her visit to the Children’s Hospital Los Angeles posted on April 2, 2024 | Source: X/@extratv
Other social media users did not hold back with their judgmental opinions with someone else writing, “Can’t she zip up her clothes or is that a hole[?] #MeghanMarkle can never dress! She’s a very strange person. Those feet, is Meghan a male?”
Meghan Markle interacting with a child during her visit to the Children’s Hospital Los Angeles posted on April 2, 2024 | Source: Instagram/extratv
Adding further insult to injury, someone else said, “Yet another fashion blunder,🙈” and another social media user simply wrote, “Disaster after disaster 🤦♀️🤦♀️,” seemingly hinting that this recent appearance isn’t the first time they’ve been unimpressed with Markle’s choice of ensemble.
Meghan Markle during her visit to the Children’s Hospital Los Angeles posted on April 2, 2024 | Source: Instagram/extratv
However, despite the predominance of criticism, a segment of Markle’s followers and fans came to her defense, highlighting the positive aspects of her visit and her fashion choice.
Meghan Markle posing for a picture with a child during her visit to the Children’s Hospital Los Angeles posted on April 2, 2024 | Source: X/@extratv
“Love, love this skirt…be well, be happy, Meghan ❤️,” praised a supporter, while another fan echoed the sentiment, proclaiming, “The Duchess of Sussex 👸 Beautiful as ever 💯.”
Meghan Markle posing with a child during her visit to the Children’s Hospital Los Angeles posted on April 2, 2024 | Source: Instagram/extratv
Meghan Markle’s visit to the Children’s Hospital Los Angeles comes as part of her ongoing commitment to supporting charitable causes and organizations.
While the hole in her blouse became a focal point for many, it did not underscore the primary purpose of her visit: to bring joy and support to the children and staff of the hospital through the Make March Matter campaign.
However, the fact that many people paid more attention to Markle’s attire instead of her visit does highlight the intense scrutiny public figures tend to face, where even a minor oversight can overshadow their positive contributions.
Much like how Markle’s recent ensemble sparked strong reactions from social media users, we previously reported on another instance in which her casual $98 denim attire garnered mixed responses across online platforms.
Meghan Markle at the Invictus Games in The Hague, Netherlands on April 16, 2022 | Source: Getty Images
In a heartwarming blend of royal presence and local charm, Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex, and her husband, Prince Harry, were recently seen engaging with the community in Texas. Their visit also saw them visit La Barbecue, a renowned barbecue restaurant, where the couple, not shying away from the spotlight, warmly mingled with both staff and patrons.
Meghan Markle, La Barbecue staff members, and Prince Harry as seen in an Instagram post dated March 9, 2024 | Source: Instagram.com/la_barbecue/
The restaurant captured this memorable occasion with a series of photographs shared on social media, showcasing the Sussexes in various candid moments with the employees — from posing with a staff member to engaging in conversations inside the eatery and even capturing moments outside the establishment.
Meghan Markle, a La Barbecue staff member, and Prince Harry as seen in an Instagram post dated March 9, 2024 | Source: Instagram.com/la_barbecue/
The caption accompanying these images expressed gratitude towards the royal couple: “Thank you so much Meghan and Harry for visiting us today!! It was so nice to meet you both 🔥 This page is a place for love and support, if you have something negative to say, take it somewhere else. ❤️”
Meghan Markle, a La Barbecue staff member, and Prince Harry as seen in an Instagram post dated March 9, 2024 | Source: Instagram.com/la_barbecue/
Despite the overwhelmingly positive atmosphere, reactions to Meghan’s attire — jeans paired with a relaxed-fit denim button-up top from Aritzia, complemented by an ivory blazer by Heidi Merrick made of raw silk and hemp — were mixed among fans online.
Critics commented on her choice of outfit, with remarks such as, “Why is she dressed in a power suit from the 80s god she always looks so sloppy” and “She never irons her clothes, is there no iron where Megan lives.“
Meghan Markle spotted visiting a school in Harlem in New York City on September 24, 2021 | Source: Getty Images
This is not the first time Markle has been criticized for her attire. She was also critiqued for her SXSW appearance this month. While some fans ignored La Barbecue asking that no negativity be shared on their page, others shared love and positivity. Many jumped to Markle’s defense, highlighting the positive impact of the visit with comments like, “Ahh love Prince Harry & Meghan,” “Omg,” and “Lovely.“
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