Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, turned heads on Saturday at the Children’s Hospital Los Angeles 2024 Gala, but her striking red Carolina Herrera gown wasn’t entirely new. Known for her sophisticated style, Meghan re-wore the bold dress she debuted in 2021 at a veterans’ gala in New York. This time, however, she offered a modern twist on the look, tailoring the once voluminous gown into a sleeker, more fitted silhouette.
In 2021, the duchess had paired the formal gown with satin pumps, a flowing train, and her signature 2.15 carat Birks Snowflake Snowstorm Diamond Earrings. Fast forward to 2024, Meghan opted for a more pared-back approach, styling the revamped gown with understated accessories. Her jewelry was minimal—no earrings, no necklace, just a few simple rings and her go-to Cartier Love bracelet. Completing the look, she wore chic open-toed slingbacks by Giuseppe Zanotti and let her hair fall effortlessly.
Meghan’s choice to rewear the gown speaks to a growing trend in sustainable fashion, embraced by other stars like Cate Blanchett and Gwyneth Paltrow, who have similarly recycled their red carpet looks. While Meghan’s life as a royal may have introduced strict sartorial guidelines, her recent outfits reveal a more relaxed, contemporary style reflective of her life before royal duties.
Despite the fashion buzz, Meghan kept the focus on the charity, praising the work of the Children’s Hospital LA. “The staff is incredible, and the level of care they provide to families in need is something truly remarkable,” she said in an interview with People Magazine. With her elegant yet understated approach, Meghan allowed the spotlight to shine on the cause, demonstrating once again her ability to blend style with purpose.
