The Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle, has officially launched the festive season with a lavish new Netflix trailer that blends homely charm with staggering Hollywood luxury. The 44-year-old former actress invites audiences to 'unwrap the magic' in the preview for her upcoming holiday special, but it is her eye-wateringly expensive wardrobe, totalling over £62,000, that has truly captured public attention.
A Wardrobe Worth More Than Christmas
Throughout the carefully curated teaser, Meghan cycles through a series of impeccably styled outfits that collectively cost £62,279. The sartorial display begins with a £4,105 Max Mara coat and includes a £650 Gabriela Hearst sweater vest and a £890 oversized Givenchy white shirt. Each ensemble is deliberately simple in its festive aesthetic yet unmistakably high-end.
The trailer's pièce de résistance arrives as Meghan lights candles in a stunning £38,835 Galvan silk emerald green gown. This is complemented by an astonishing collection of jewellery on her wrist valued at £37,440, which includes Princess Diana's £22,000 Cartier watch, a £7,050 Cartier Love bracelet, a £3,795 Jennifer Meyer bracelet, and a £4,595 Ariel Gordon diamond bracelet.
Curated Moments and Controversy
Amid the luxury, the trailer attempts to showcase relatable family moments. Meghan is heard saying, 'It's about finding time to connect with the people we love,' as she shares a seemingly candid kiss with Prince Harry. However, these soft-focus scenes are juxtaposed with a level of glamour far removed from the average family's Christmas experience.
The release has not been without controversy. Eagle-eyed fans noted that the emerald Galvan dress featured in the trailer had been previously worn by Meghan for a Variety magazine shoot. This follows a separate incident where she was spotted in a Chanel dress for a New York outing that she had also worn for a 2022 photoshoot for The Cut magazine.
This led to unsubstantiated accusations that the Duchess had been taking items from photoshoots without permission. A spokesman for Meghan has since told the Daily Mail: 'The insinuation that any items were taken without the full knowledge and agreement of the on-set stylists or their respective teams is not only categorically false, but also highly defamatory.'
The Reality of Celebrity Fashion
Sources close to the matter have defended the practice, stating it is normal for celebrities to retain certain items from photoshoots, sometimes to prevent unauthorised resale. One fashion source explained to Page Six: 'It's not uncommon if talent loves something from a shoot that they ask to keep it or purchase it. They would normally be offered a discount.'
The overall impression of the Netflix trailer is one of immense abundance. From a £530 Cô cashmere sweater to a £317 Altuzarra cashmere sweater, every scene is a masterclass in luxury lifestyle branding. Meghan's evolving on-screen persona—part hostess, part guru, part global celebrity—is cemented in this glossy, grand, and unapologetically indulgent festive fantasy.
