Meghan Markle just wore a pair of shoes the Queen isn’t a fan of
Meghan Markle has been killing it with her Australian tour wardrobe, especially the outfit that was a subtle tribute to Diana.
Yesterday, she looked holiday-ready in her stripy Martin Grant dress to visit Bondi beach with Prince Harry, which she accessorised with a traditional floral garland.
However, her choice of shoes might not have gone down to well with the Queen: Meghan chose wedges.
Apparently the Queen isn't a fan, and that's why Kate Middleton avoids wearing them when she sees her.
A source previously told Vanity Fair, ‘The Queen isn’t a fan of wedged shoes,’ a source told Vanity Fair. ‘She really doesn’t like them and it’s well known among the women in the family.’
However, I'm sure the Queen wouldn't mind the Duchess wearing shoes that are comfortable to walk in on sand. Plus, they go with her outfit really well, so...
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Penny Goldstone is the Contributing Fashion Editor at Marie Claire UK. She writes about catwalk trends and the latest high street and Instagram sartorial must-haves. She also helms the Women Who Win franchise.
She has worked in fashion for over 10 years, contributing to publications such as Cosmopolitan, Red, Good Housekeeping, and Stylist.
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