Meghan Markle Channels Old Hollywood Glamour at the Fifteen Percent Pledge Gala

Wearing a stunning ball gown, Meghan the Duchess of Sussex, attended the Fifteen Percent Pledge Gala in Los Angeles on Saturday night.

The 44-year-old oyster-colored satin dress was designed by Harbison Studio and fitted from the bodice to the hem, with a structured corset falling into a column skirt.

The look was complemented by a dramatic black shawl that turned into a long, sweeping train.

While she kept her hair in a slick-back bun, her signature style, oversized drop earrings added the final touch.

The duchess went to the event without Prince Harry, but her custom dress made her stand out.

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She also shared a behind-the-scenes video of herself posing for cameras at the event and strolling down the street in her ball gown.

The charity wants 15% of the goods on US shelves to originate from black-owned companies.

The organization was founded in 2020 during the Black Lives Matter Movement by Aurora James, who tagged the largest US retailers in an Instagram post that said, “Ok, here is one thing you can do for us.”

“We represent 15 per cent of the population and we need to represent 15 per cent of your shelf space.”

She requested that they promise to reach this threshold.

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Meghan participated in the pledge, wearing a bespoke dress by Harbison Studio to the event, which is a Black-owned label.

Her glam was soft, with a natural base on her face, a smoky eye, false lashes, and a light pink lip.

The Duchess, who typically wears more casual attire, stepped out in a glamorous Old Hollywood–inspired look for the night. By choosing an exclusive design from Harbison Studio, Meghan aligned her fashion choice with the mission of the Fifteen Percent Pledge, using the moment to achieve both style and purpose.

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