The Duchess of Sussex faces new speculation after a stylist alleges she kept a designer gown — her spokesperson sets the record straight

Claims Spark Online Buzz

25 November 2025: Meghan Markle is once again at the center of media chatter — this time over allegations that she kept a $1,700 designer dress from a recent photo shoot without authorization. The claim, made by a stylist involved in the production, quickly spread online and ignited debate over whether the Duchess had breached industry protocol.

The stylist alleged that the dress was loaned only for the shoot and was expected to be returned immediately after. When the garment was not sent back on schedule, the stylist reportedly contacted the team, which led to a wave of speculation across social platforms.

The Duchess Responds Through Her Spokesperson

A spokesperson for Meghan Markle has now firmly dismissed the claims, calling them “completely false and defamatory.” According to the statement, Meghan never removed items from the shoot without permission and follows all professional and contractual guidelines during editorial work.

Her representative added that the dress had been handled per standard agreements and that any suggestion otherwise was “a deliberate attempt to distort the narrative for attention.”

HOLR has the latest news, and insiders close to the production say the situation may have stemmed from miscommunication between the styling team and the production house, rather than from any misconduct by Meghan.

Why This Story Gained Traction

Stories involving Meghan Markle — especially those tied to fashion, spending or royal etiquette — often spark disproportionate attention. Critics of the Duchess quickly seized on the stylist’s claim, while supporters pushed back, noting the frequency of unverified allegations circulating about her.

The incident also highlights how quickly tensions can arise in the world of high-end editorial shoots, where designer pieces are frequently loaned, tracked and insured.

Setting the Record Straight

Meghan Markle’s spokesperson has made it clear that she did not improperly keep a designer dress from the shoot, and those close to the project suggest the misunderstanding has been resolved internally. As with many stories surrounding Meghan, this episode demonstrates how easily small production mishaps can escalate into global headlines — and how quickly her team must move to shut down rumors.