Valentino’s Sales Plummet: Duchess Meghan’s Fashion Choices Under Fire

In a surprising turn of events, Valentino's CEO has decided to remove all images of Meghan Markle from the brand's website.

This drastic move follows an alarming 27 percent drop in sales that coincided with the release of Prince Harry's Netflix series, “The Heart of Invictus.”

The sudden decline has raised eyebrows, especially considering the Duchess of Sussex's relatively quiet public presence in recent months.

Since her involvement in a highly publicized car chase in New York alongside Prince Harry back in May, Meghan has kept a low profile.

Aside from a belated birthday brunch with friends and a solo shopping trip in Montecito, she has largely stayed out of the spotlight.

However, new footage from the Netflix series has brought her back into the public eye, showcasing a beaming Meghan as she supports her husband during his speech.

In the final episode of the five-part series, Meghan made a brief appearance, donning a striking white two-piece suit from Valentino.

The ensemble featured an oversized blazer and straight-leg trousers, which she paired with romantic waves in her hair and natural makeup that highlighted her features.

While her outfit initially captured attention, it soon sparked a wave of criticism.

Meghan's all-white look had previously made headlines when she attended the 2022 Invictus Games in the Netherlands.

Yet, this time, the response was far from favorable.

Fashion enthusiasts and readers alike expressed disappointment, claiming the outfit did little to flatter her figure.

It didn't take long for Valentino to respond, as they swiftly removed the image of the Duchess from their website after receiving negative feedback from Meghan's PR team.

The impact of this backlash was significant, with Valentino reporting a staggering 27 percent drop in sales overnight.

This decline mirrored trends seen among other luxury brands, including LVMH.

Valentino's strategic director is now contemplating the complete cancellation of any catalog-related content featuring Meghan, should public sentiment regarding the royal couple's Netflix project fail to improve.

The price tag of Meghan's outfit certainly raised eyebrows as well.

The blazer alone cost over $3,000, while the trousers were priced at half that amount.

In a time where many are closely scrutinizing spending, some critics found it inappropriate for the Duchess to wear such expensive attire at an event meant to honor injured military personnel.

Opinions on Meghan's fashion choices have been divided.

While some fans were delighted to see her looking radiant, others were quick to label her outfit as highly unsuitable for the occasion.

One critic even remarked on social media, “That's a $19,000 look if you're playing along at home,” drawing attention to the stark contrast between her wealth and the financial realities faced by many veterans.