Five Shoulder-Baring Meghan Markle Dresses That Stir Controversy during Her Nigerian Tour
During her recent tour of Nigeria, garnered significant public and media attention. This was not just for her engagements but also for her daring fashion choices.
Meghan is known for her modern and often bold style. Her choice of shoulder-baring dresses throughout the visit sparked a series of controversies and debates on social media.
From traditional settings to formal events, her was critiqued for both its style and appropriateness. This article delves into the five specific dresses that became the focal points of this fashion controversy.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle visit the Lightway Academy in Abuja, Nigeria as part of celebrations for the Invictus Games anniversary on May 10, 2024. | Source: Getty Images
was quickly noted for its casual and revealing style.pointed out, “Lady, you are not at a cocktail party. This is a children’s school,” and “Who dresses in a backless dress to a school visit 🤔 yessss a yacht girl 😂😂😂.”
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle visit the Lightway Academy in Abuja, Nigeria as part of the celebrations for the Invictus Games anniversary on May 10, 2024. | Source: Getty Images
Additionally, the dress’s inappropriateness in a conservative setting drew further . Meghan received like “Sleeveless and backless slinky dress to a school visit where modesty is expected. A country with half the population Muslim and she rocks up half naked flesh exposed. Seriously.” and “Wrinkled, ill-fitting dress. Unkempt, as usual.”
Meghan Markle visits the Lightway Academy in Abuja, Nigeria as part of celebrations of Invictus Games anniversary on May 10, 2024. | Source: Getty Images
Meghan wore her during a more casual outing. The is noted for its structured design and palm tree leaf patterns.
She paired this with Emme Parsons and a variety of accessories including a Cartier love bracelet, a Diamond Hex tennis bracelet, Jennifer Meyer Heidi Merrick and a Lorraine Schwartz
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry attend a sitting volleyball match for the charity, Nigeria Unconquered, in Abuja, Nigeria on May 11, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
Her appearance prompted on her such as “Megan looks extremely skinny😮” and “Crazy skinny,” with a mix of“Love [her] dress but she lost too much weight.” Others the outfit “So inappropriate.”
Meghan Markle attends a sitting volleyball match for the charity, Nigeria Unconquered, in Abuja, Nigeria on May 11, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
The appeared at a formal event. Meghan chose a this time a tube dress which was met with harsh criticism. With this look, she wore vintage Christian Dior to match her Cartier bracelet and watch. She also donned her Diamond Hex tennis bracelet and diamond pave bracelet again.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry at a Sit Out at the Nigerian Defence Headquarters in Abuja on May 11, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
This time, Meghan received for failing to respect local cultural norms. like “Disrespectful wardrobe for the culture,” and “She is too old to keep showing off her shoulders & back,” were common.
The “Who wears a tub dress to an occasion like this. No respect for their culture” and “Lol Tub dress….no respect at all,” were also on a social media post showing her outfit.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry at a Sit Out at the Nigerian Defence Headquarters in Abuja on May 11, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
Meghan wore her a clingy with a ruffled bottom, to a speaking engagement. She paired this with Aquazurra sandals, Kima, and a to match her Cartier and Ariel Gordon accessories. The outfit was for its fit and casualness.
This led to such as “Dressed inappropriately” and “Put some clothes on miss.” Visible undergarments were also pointed out. This added to the , “She still hasn’t learned to wear a shaper under her clingy clothes. You can see her underwear lines!!” Another user , “She looks like she is going to a yacht to entertain guests, lol.”
Meghan Markle on stage at a Women in Leadership event co-hosted with Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala on May 11, 2024 in Abuja, Nigeria | Source: Getty Images
The fifth dress was seen at a State Dinner. In contrast to her previous outfits, Meghan’s silk overlay column gown received positive feedback during the state dinner. She paired the look with all of her previously mentioned wrist accessories and added an to the mix.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry at the State Governor House in Lagos on May 12, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
The elegant yellow gown was with like “Thank god someone had got her an appropriate dress much better. Has been a complete cringe fest!” and “Meghan looks lovely in yellow.”
One netizen also , “Meghan is so beautiful her outfits are so perfect 🤩 anyone on here posting anything negative is just jealous.”
Nigeria Chief of Defense Staff Christopher Musa, his wife Lilian Musa, Lagos State Governor wife, Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Prince Harry, and Meghan Markle at the State Governor House in Lagos on May 12, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
There were alsoabout her possible pregnancy, with one writing, “Is she going to announce she’s pregnant in this dress?” Another fan simply “Is she pregnant again?”
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry at the State Governor House in Lagos on May 12, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
Meghan’s fashion choices during her Nigerian tour became a significant focal point of discussion. Each of the five shoulder-baring dresses she wore not only showcased her personal style but also ignited conversations about cultural sensitivity, appropriateness, and the expectations placed on figures in the public eye while abroad.
Meghan Markle and Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu at the State Governor House in Lagos on May 12, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
While all eyes were on Meghan during her Nigerian trip, it was just days before that fans were focused on her and her husband together in the United Kingdom.
On May 12, Daisy Dove Bloom, whom Katy shares with her partner, famous actor Orlando Bloom, was spotted in the audience of the singing competition show. The beautiful little girl was sitting in her doting dad’s lap as they both watched Katy, who magically transformed into Cinderella during the show, with pride.
Daisy Dove Bloom and Orlando Bloom watching Katy Perry in the “American Idol” crowd, posted on May 14, 2024 | Source: YouTube/Entertainment Tonight
