Celebrity Style
Meghan Markle Makes Her First Fashion Week Appearance at Balenciaga
Meghan Markle makes a surprise entry at Paris Fashion Week on Saturday October 4th, which makes it her first public outing in Europe since 2022. Markle had been absent for years. She was a regular at New York Fashion Week during her Suits days, attending shows by Tory Burch, Peter Som, Wes Gordon and more. But this was her first time at the French fashion show. The Duchess of Sussex was among the front row guest at the Balenciaga’s Spring/Summer 2026 show.
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She arrived in a white monochrome set from Balenciaga. The outfit includes a long-sleeved button down top with loosed straight trousers. Hung across her shoulders was a cape-like drape that flowed all the way down to the ground behind her. With her hair styled in a sleek low bun, she paired the attire with pointed-toe black heels.
Photo: Meghan Markle- Instagram
Now the Duchess decided to switch things up for the balenciaga dinner. Following the same pattern as the previous outfit, she changed into an all black variation designed by Piccioli. The only difference was that she exchanged the suite set for a sleeveless midi dress. Another cape-like piece was wrapped around her opened shoulder. She accessorized with gold bracelet, diamond stud earrings and same pumps from the earlier look.
She was styled by Jamie Mizrahi, a celebrity stylist who is known for working with the likes of Adele and Jennifer Lawrence. From both outfits, we can see how simple and elegant her appearance was. Like the duchess she was, it was giving royalty. Other guests seated alongside her were Anne Hathaway, Rosie Huntington, Kristin Scott Thomas, all present to see Pierpaolo’s spring 2026 collection.
Photo: Meghan Markle- Instagram
A source told People she came to support the house’s new creative director, Pierpaolo Piccioli. “Over the years, the Duchess has worn a number of designs by Pierpaolo. They have worked closely together, collaborating on design for key moments on the world stage,” “She has long admired his craftsmanship and modern elegance, and tonight was no different,” the spokesperson said.
They also added, this evening “reflects the culmination of many years of artistry and friendship, reflected in her support for his new creative chapter at Balenciaga.”
