Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, caught attention in London on October 14 after wearing an affordable British high-street outfit just days after stepping out in an ensemble estimated to be worth £27,000. The Duchess enjoyed lunch at The Park, near Kensington Palace, reportedly meeting her longtime hairstylist George Northwood and public relations representative Sarah Corney. Her outfit featured a Marks & Spencer tuxedo jacket priced at £85 and straight-leg jeans costing £26, bringing the total for those two pieces to just £111. She completed the look with nude designer heels from Jennifer Chamandi, although their price was not included in the calculation. Meghan’s glossy hair also attracted attention, while online reactions to her styling were divided. Some viewers welcomed her more accessible fashion choice, while others questioned whether stilettos suited her relaxed denim. The appearance followed a much more expensive look she wore while meeting Nobel Peace Prize laureate Malala Yousafzai at Claridge’s.

Meghan’s latest outfit also recalled her earlier use of Marks & Spencer clothing during her time as a working royal, including a £35 navy jumper and a £49.50 dress in 2018. Her London lunch came just before planned charitable visits with Prince Harry in Nottingham, including engagements connected to community projects, a food bank and a youth charity. The couple’s return to the UK has attracted renewed interest since they stepped back from senior royal duties in 2020. Reports suggest Meghan is also balancing family life, her As Ever business and possible acting opportunities, while Harry continues his charitable work and preparations for the 2027 Invictus Games in Birmingham. For now, Meghan’s combination of affordable British fashion and designer accessories has sparked another online debate. Whether the outfit was a deliberate statement or simply a practical choice for lunch remains unclear, but her latest appearance shows that even a relatively inexpensive look can generate considerable attention.