During a brief trip to Morocco in February 2019, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry attended a reception at the British Residence in Rabat, hosted by the British Ambassador to Morocco.

While the Duchess of Sussex was six months pregnant at the time, it was her outfit that stole the show.

Meghan donned a cream gown from Dior, which, when taking into account the gown itself, along with the earrings, clutch bag, and shoes, came with a staggering price tag of £99,000.

Interestingly, the cost of Meghan’s wardrobe was covered by King Charles, as revealed in the Duchy of Cornwall accounts, which are made public.

This isn’t the first time Meghan has shown her love for the Dior brand.

In 2022, she famously wore a white coat dress from the French label during the Platinum Jubilee celebrations in the UK.

However, her cream gown for the Morocco tour remains her most expensive outfit to date.

The custom-made golden dress featured voluminous sleeves and intricate decoration, contributing to its estimated cost of £90,000.

Despite its hefty price, Meghan has yet to wear the outfit again, which hasn’t gone unnoticed by royal fans.

Some have criticized her for choosing such an extravagant dress, suggesting that she could have opted for a one-of-a-kind caftan from a Moroccan designer, fostering positive trade and relations between Morocco and Great Britain, at a fraction of the price.

One commenter expressed their disappointment, stating that Meghan’s choice of attire was not only extravagant but also disrespectful to the culture and significance of the country they were visiting.

They further criticized her for prioritizing luxury brands over supporting local designers and promoting British fashion, as Princess Catherine does.

The commenter went on to compare Meghan to Wallace Simpson, another American with a middle-class background who was infatuated with wealth and status, exclusively donning French couture.

Another critic accused Meghan of attempting to write off the expensive dress as a work expense.

Rumors circulated that she had intended to host an event that ultimately didn’t materialize, and she wore the dress to the diplomatic event as a way to justify its cost.

The commenter also claimed that the British Foreign Ministry hastily organized the event to prevent Meghan from attending a Hollywood awards show after her baby shower, an event the Queen wanted to avoid.

They further alleged that Meghan frequently seeks invitations to such shows but fails to secure them.

While Meghan Markle’s fashion choices have always garnered attention, this particular outfit has sparked controversy and criticism.

Some argue that her preference for high-end designer labels and her apparent disregard for cultural sensitivity and supporting local industries undermine her claims of promoting positive change.

As Meghan continues to navigate her role within the royal family, her wardrobe choices will undoubtedly continue to be closely scrutinized.