{"id":67318,"date":"2023-09-18T19:41:10","date_gmt":"2023-09-18T19:41:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/beststarnews.com\/?p=67318"},"modified":"2023-09-18T19:41:10","modified_gmt":"2023-09-18T19:41:10","slug":"the-meghan-effect-strikes-again","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/beststarnews.com\/lifestyle\/the-meghan-effect-strikes-again\/","title":{"rendered":"The Meghan effect strikes again"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>Meghan Effect: How Banana Republic, J Crew and Zara outfits sold out after Meghan Markle wore them to Invictus Games<\/h1>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>READ MORE:\u00a0Meghan Markle wore nearly \u00a3300,000 worth of clothes and jewellery in six days at Invictus Games<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Meghan Markle sported nearly \u00a3300,000 worth of clothes and jewellery in less than a week at the Invictus Games.<\/p>\n<p>Among her items, costing thousands, from the likes of Chanel, Givenchy, and Aquazzura, the Duchess of Sussex also opted for affordable items from J. Crew, Banana Republic, and Zara.<\/p>\n<p>When Meghan was a member of the royal family, items she wore to public events would quickly sell out, in what was dubbed &#8216;the Meghan effect&#8217;.<\/p>\n<p>And three years after quitting the Firm, it appears Meghan still has buying power, with many of the items she wore this week selling out.<\/p>\n<p>Among those selling out including the \u00a3170 Staud shorts and her\u00a0Nu Pieds 05 leather sandals from Yves Saint Laurent.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i.dailymail.co.uk\/1s\/2023\/09\/17\/12\/75442913-12528115-Meghan_yet_again_mixed_high_street_and_high_end_in_a_J_Crew_swea-a-13_1694951921666.jpg\" height=\"951\" width=\"634\"><\/p>\n<p>Among her items, costing thousands, from the likes of Chanel , Givenchy, and Aquazzura, the Duchess of Sussex also opted for affordable items from J. Crew (pictured)\u00a0 Banana Republic, and Zara\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i.dailymail.co.uk\/1s\/2023\/09\/17\/12\/75390959-12528115-For_her_first_appearance_at_the_Invictus_Games_Meghan_donned_a_1-a-12_1694951918817.jpg\" height=\"1072\" width=\"634\"><\/p>\n<p>For her first appearance at the Invictus Games, Meghan donned a \u00a3112 Banana Republic dress &#8211; with nearly \u00a3200,000 worth of accessories\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i.dailymail.co.uk\/1s\/2023\/09\/17\/14\/75326173-12528115-Meghan_started_the_week_by_flying_from_LA_to_Dusseldorf_via_Lond-a-51_1694956881985.jpg\" height=\"1061\" width=\"634\"><\/p>\n<p>Meghan started the week by flying from LA to Dusseldorf, via London, in a \u00a326,000 outfit<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i.dailymail.co.uk\/1s\/2023\/09\/17\/14\/75419471-12528115-The_Duchess_of_Sussex_42_is_known_for_her_love_of_designer_brand-a-52_1694956882007.jpg\" height=\"1462\" width=\"634\"><\/p>\n<p>The Duchess of Sussex , 42, is known for her love of designer brands, expensive accessories and glittering jewels worth thousands of pounds. While opting for some mega expensive brands including Givenchy, Chanel and Hermes, Meghan also showcased a more low-key approach to dressing than many have been used to seeing\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i.dailymail.co.uk\/1s\/2023\/09\/17\/14\/75431559-12528115-The_Duchess_donned_a_smart_white_Ralph_Lauren_sweater_vest_with_-a-53_1694956882064.jpg\" height=\"1037\" width=\"634\"><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0The Duchess donned a smart white Ralph Lauren sweater vest with a pair of matching jeans for the occasion<\/p>\n<p>He Frama Le Color Crop trousers are also sold out in most sizes, while her \u00a3112\u00a0black pleated Banana Republic shirtdress sold out within hours of her appearance.<\/p>\n<p>Meanwhile, after she wore the J Crew Cashmere crewneck, the whole website crashed with fans quickly trying to get hold of the look. When it came back, they cheekily added to the description of the outfit that it was &#8216;perfect for sporting events&#8217;.<\/p>\n<p>Some of her more expensive items also sold out, including her\u00a0Polo Pony-embroidered V.neck knitted vest.<\/p>\n<p>While opting for some mega expensive brands including Givenchy, Chanel and Hermes, Meghan also showcased a more low-key approach to dressing than many have been used to seeing.<\/p>\n<p>The royal mother-of-two looked to high street retailers like Zara, Banana Republic and J Crew for affordable fashionable pieces as well as mid-range designers like Ralph Lauren and Toteme.<\/p>\n<p>However, racking up the majority of Meghan&#8217;s bill was her jewellery, which included Princess Diana &#8216;s \u00a317,800 Cartier watch and added her \u00a350,000 Lorraine Schwartz pinky ring made with &#8216;diamonds gifted from the Middle East&#8217; as well as a \u00a32260 1972 tennis pinky ring from Shiffon and Co.<\/p>\n<p>While a working member of the royal family , the cost of Meghan&#8217;s clothes for work engagements was covered by then-Prince Charles through the budget he gave the couple from the Duchy of Cornwall.<\/p>\n<p>But after the couple said they wanted to be financially independent, it is not clear who is picking up the bill for Meghan&#8217;s clothes, or whether the Duchess always pays full price for her clothing, or receives discounts from designers.<\/p>\n<p>Throughout the competition, Meghan opted for beige and monochrome look before finally opting for colour at the closing ceremony in a \u00a3830 teal dress from Cult Gaia.<\/p>\n<p>Meghan and Prince Harry, 39, put on a loved-up display as they entered the closing ceremony of the sixth Invictus Games, hand in hand.<\/p>\n<p>The father-of-two, 39, looked dapper in a smart black suit, which he paired with a matching black shirt.<\/p>\n<p>Harry kept the top buttons of his shirt undone, creating a more casual look for the closing ceremony.<\/p>\n<p>While Meghan put on a cheery display while entering the games, Harry looked bold and determined, holding his fist in the air.<\/p>\n<p>The Duke of Sussex continued to have his arm around his wife while enjoying the ceremony.<\/p>\n<p>Elsewhere, Prince Harry became emotional during his moving speech at the closing ceremony of the Invictus Games in Dusseldorf,\u00a0Germany, yesterday evening.<\/p>\n<h3>Cost of Meghan Markle&#8217;s 2023 Invictus Games wardrobe\u00a0<\/h3>\n<h2><span>Tuesday September 12<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i.dailymail.co.uk\/1s\/2023\/09\/16\/09\/75326173-12508173-image-a-12_1694852579200.jpg\" height=\"979\" width=\"586\"><\/p>\n<p>Meghan started the week by flying from LA to Dusseldorf, via London, in a \u00a326,000 outfit<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u00a3961.14 Rayures d\u00bfEte Shawl from Hermes<\/li>\n<li>\u00a32,122.65 Goyard &#8216;St. Louis PM&#8217; tote bag<\/li>\n<li>\u00a3616.73 Valentino &#8216;Roman Stud&#8217; mules in ivory calfskin<\/li>\n<li>\u00a3619.13 Ulla Johnson sailor-style Polina wide-legged trousers<\/li>\n<li>\u00a320,824.70 Cartier\u00a0<span>yellow gold Tank Francaise watch<\/span><\/li>\n<li>\u00a3400.47 oversized &#8216;shiny black&#8217; Triomphe Celine sunglasses<\/li>\n<li>\u00a3213.85 Janessa Leone \u00bfMichon\u00bf hat<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span>OUTFIT TOTAL: \u00a325,758.67<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i.dailymail.co.uk\/1s\/2023\/09\/16\/09\/75390959-12508173-image-a-14_1694852582296.jpg\" height=\"991\" width=\"586\"><\/p>\n<p>For her first appearance at the Invictus Games, Meghan donned a \u00a3112 Banana Republic dress &#8211; with nearly \u00a3200,000 worth of accessories\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u00a3112.11 The Pleated Midi Shirt Dress from Banana Republic<\/li>\n<li>\u00a3565 Aquazzura &#8216;Purist&#8217; pumps<\/li>\n<li>\u00a3156.12\u00a0Bottega Veneta &#8216;Intrecciato Weave&#8217; skinny belt<\/li>\n<li>\u00a3595 Kimai Semi Hoop Earring with lab grown diamonds<\/li>\n<li>Princess Diana&#8217;s watch (previously worn)<\/li>\n<li>\u00a3140,000 Welsh Gold Wedding Band, Diamond Eternity Band<\/li>\n<li>\u00a350,000 Lorraine Schwartz Emerald Cut Diamond Pinky Ring\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span>OUTFIT TOTAL: \u00a3191,428.23<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>TUESDAY TOTAL:\u00a0 \u00a3267, 186.90<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span>\u00a0Wednes<\/span><span><span>d<\/span><\/span><span>ay, September 13\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i.dailymail.co.uk\/1s\/2023\/09\/14\/19\/75442913-12508173-image-a-77_1694714544359.jpg\" height=\"879\" width=\"586\"><\/p>\n<p>Meghan yet again mixed high street and high end in a J. Crew sweater blazer with a Givenchy belt and Chanel shoes<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u00a0\u00a3127\u00a0\u00a0J. Crew Giselle V-neck sweater blazer with contrast trim<\/li>\n<li>\u00a3130 Staud Luisa short in Oat Milk\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>\u00a3846\u00a0Chanel Goatskin &amp; Grosgrain Beige &amp; Black shoes<\/li>\n<li>\u00a32000 Luna Skye earrings<\/li>\n<li>\u00a3365 Givenchy belt\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>\u00a35000 Cartier Love Bracelet\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Princess Diana&#8217;s watch (previously worn)<\/li>\n<li>Invictus beaded bracelet (gifted)\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span>OUTFIT TOTAL: \u00a38468<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i.dailymail.co.uk\/1s\/2023\/09\/14\/19\/75442899-12508173-image-a-78_1694714551819.jpg\" height=\"879\" width=\"586\"><\/p>\n<p>Later, Meghan changed into another cashmere jumper and\u00a0 Aquazzura pumps<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i.dailymail.co.uk\/1s\/2023\/09\/17\/08\/75393397-12508173-Meghan_gives_Buddy_the_Invictus_Games_mascot_a_high_five_during_-a-5_1694936471746.jpg\" height=\"726\" width=\"586\"><\/p>\n<p>Before then changing into some Hermes sneakers\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u00a380 J. Crew \u00bf the cashmere crewneck shell<\/li>\n<li>\u00a3167 Frame\u00a0Le Color Crop in Film Noir\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>\u00a3510\u00a0Aquazzura Purist pump in black suede\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>\u00a3600 Hermes sneaker<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span>OUTFIT TOTAL:\u00a0 \u00a31357<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>WEDNESDAY TOTAL: \u00a39825<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Thursday September 14\u00a0<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i.dailymail.co.uk\/1s\/2023\/09\/17\/14\/75442891-12528115-One_of_Meghan_s_most_expensive_items_of_clothing_was_1200_Gabrie-a-74_1694956952512.jpg\" height=\"878\" width=\"586\"><\/p>\n<p>One of Meghan&#8217;s most expensive items of clothing was \u00a31200 Gabriele Hearst Vargas trousers<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u00a3511 Lagencefashion \u00bfDani\u00bf Blouse in Fawn\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>\u00a31200 Gabriela Hearst \u00bfVargas\u00bf Pleated Wool-Blend Wide-Leg Trousers in Camel\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>\u00a3600 Manoloblahnik BB 105 Brown Suede Pumps<\/li>\n<li>\u00a3186 Miu Miu Artiste sunglasses<\/li>\n<li>\u00a32200.86 Shiffon and Co pinky ring<\/li>\n<li>\u00a317\u00a0\u00a0Scout Curated earrings<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span>OUTFIT TOTAL: \u00a34714.86<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i.dailymail.co.uk\/1s\/2023\/09\/17\/08\/75431559-12508173-The_Duchess_donned_a_smart_white_Ralph_Lauren_sweater_vest_with_-a-4_1694936159379.jpg\" height=\"957\" width=\"586\"><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0The Duchess donned a smart white Ralph Lauren sweater vest with a pair of matching jeans for the occasion<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u00a3130 Ralph Lauren Cable-Knit Cotton Sweater Vest in White<\/li>\n<li>\u00a3167 Frame le Skinny de Jeanne Skinny Crop Ankle Slit Jeans in Blanc<\/li>\n<li>\u00a3640 Aquazzura \u00bfLove Affair\u00bf Blsck Suede Flats<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0\u00a3200 La ligne NYC \u00bfMini Featherweight Rollneck\u00bf Sweater in Navy Stripe<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span>OUTFIT TOTAL: \u00a31137<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>DINNER IN DUSSELDORF<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u00a3218 Doen \u00bfHava\u00bf Top in Monaco Stripe<\/li>\n<li><span>\u00a3168 Frame le Skinny de Jeanne Skinny Crop Ankle Slit Jeans in Blanc<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>\u00a3600 M<\/span>anolo Blahnik \u00bfBallerimu\u00bf Light Beige Suede Flat Mules<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>OUTFIT TOTAL: \u00a3986\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>THURSDAY TOTAL:\u00a0 \u00a36837.86<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 15<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i.dailymail.co.uk\/1s\/2023\/09\/17\/14\/75500469-12528115-Meghan_styled_a_50_Zara_playsuit_with_595_YSL_mules_and_255_Sung-a-75_1694956952534.jpg\" height=\"780\" width=\"586\"><\/p>\n<p>Meghan styled a \u00a350 Zara playsuit with \u00a3595 YSL mules and \u00a3255 Sunglasses\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u00a0\u00a31,350 2 Button Classic Blazer in Cream \u00a0<\/li>\n<li>\u00a350.00 Zara Belted Playsuit in Ecru\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>\u00a3600 Cesta\u00a0Crossover Bag in Olive Grove<\/li>\n<li>\u00a3595 YSL Tribute\u00bf Dark Green Smooth Leather Mules\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0\u00a3255 Krewe Eyewear Black &#8216;Gravier&#8217; Sunglasses<\/li>\n<li>\u00a3320\u00a0Bottega Veneta Chain Hoop Earrings<\/li>\n<li>\u00a3985 Brilliant Earth Leo Zodiac Diamond Pen\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span>OUTFIT TOTAL: \u00a34155<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i.dailymail.co.uk\/1s\/2023\/09\/17\/14\/75500471-12528115-Later_she_changed_into_a_sleek_black_dress_as_she_met_a_delegati-a-76_1694956952537.jpg\" height=\"960\" width=\"586\"><\/p>\n<p>Later, she changed into a sleek black dress as she met a delegation for the 2025 Invictus Games in Canada. Meghan wore a \u00a3390 High-Neck Ribbed Wool-Blend Midi Dress in Grey from Toteme which she paired with \u00a3500 Dioressence 100\u00bf Black Leather Pumps<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u00a0\u00a3310 Toteme High-Neck Ribbed Wool-Blend Midi Dress in Grey<\/li>\n<li>\u00a3500\u00a0Dioressence 100\u00bf Black Leather Pumps<\/li>\n<li>\u00a3495 Pippa Small Jewellery Small Kyanite Stud Earrings\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span>OUTFIT TOTAL:\u00a0 \u00a31305<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i.dailymail.co.uk\/1s\/2023\/09\/17\/14\/75500493-12528115-Later_Meghan_changed_into_her_third_outfit_opting_for_a_1033_Car-a-77_1694956952549.jpg\" height=\"815\" width=\"586\"><\/p>\n<p>Later, Meghan changed into her third outfit opting for a \u00a31033 Carolina Herrera denim panel dress while rewearing her Dior shoes<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u00a31033 Carolina Herrera denim panel dress\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0Dioressence 100\u00bf Black Leather Pumps (repeat)<\/li>\n<li>Pippa Small earrings (repeat)\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>\u00a32062 Ariel Gordon\u00a0Personalised Imperial Disc Pendant Necklace\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span>OUTFIT TOTAL:\u00a0 \u00a33095<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>\u00a0FRIDAY TOTAL: \u00a38155<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>SATURDAY, 16 September<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i.dailymail.co.uk\/1s\/2023\/09\/17\/14\/75500967-12528115-The_Duchess_of_Sussex_42_who_has_worn_black_white_beige_and_tan_-a-78_1694956952588.jpg\" height=\"1042\" width=\"586\"><\/p>\n<p>The Duchess of Sussex , 42, who has worn black, white, beige and tan all week, decided to again sport a colourless look in a long beige trench coat with three-quarter length trousers and towering heels<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u00a0\u00a3580 Cuyana Silk Classic Trench in Sand<\/li>\n<li>\u00a3260 Cuyana Silk Paperbag Pant\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>\u00a31,165 Aquazzura Purist 105\u00bf Nude Nappa Leather Pump\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>\u00a3295 Lanvin Gold Arpege Sleeper Earrings\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span>OUTFIT TOTAL: \u00a32300<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i.dailymail.co.uk\/1s\/2023\/09\/17\/14\/75511543-12528115-Meghan_finally_opted_for_colour_at_the_closing_ceremony_in_a_830-a-79_1694956952593.jpg\" height=\"1004\" width=\"586\"><\/p>\n<p>Meghan finally opted for colour at the closing ceremony in a \u00a3830 Cult Gaia dress<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u00a0\u00a3830 dress from Cult Gaia<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0\u00a3525.00\u00a0Aquazzura Purist 105mm leather pumps<\/li>\n<li>Kimai earrings (worn before)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span>\u00a0OUTFIT TOTAL: \u00a31355<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>SATURDAY TOTAL: \u00a33655<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span><span>TOTAL: \u00a3283,849.76\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i.dailymail.co.uk\/1s\/2023\/09\/17\/14\/75522647-12528115-Upon_arriving_at_the_arena_Meghan_put_on_a_cheery_display_while_-a-54_1694956882094.jpg\" height=\"715\" width=\"634\"><\/p>\n<p>Upon arriving at the arena, Meghan put on a cheery display while Harry looked bold and determined, holding his fist in the air<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i.dailymail.co.uk\/1s\/2023\/09\/17\/14\/75522889-12528115-Meghan_chose_to_elevate_her_look_with_a_pair_of_Aquazzura_beige_-a-55_1694956882125.jpg\" height=\"1089\" width=\"634\"><\/p>\n<p>Meghan chose to elevate her look with a pair of Aquazzura beige leather pumps, costing \u00a3525.00, which she has sported regularly in recent times<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i.dailymail.co.uk\/1s\/2023\/09\/17\/14\/75522875-12528115-The_former_actress_wore_her_thick_brunette_locks_tucked_away_in_-a-56_1694956882158.jpg\" height=\"438\" width=\"634\"><\/p>\n<p>The former actress wore her thick brunette locks tucked away in her trademark bun to reveal her \u00a3595 Kima\u00ef hoop earrings, which she also opted to wear at her first event of the games<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i.dailymail.co.uk\/1s\/2023\/09\/17\/14\/75522909-12528115-Showing_off_her_natural_beauty_the_royal_sported_a_simple_make_u-a-57_1694956882189.jpg\" height=\"847\" width=\"634\"><\/p>\n<p>Showing off her natural beauty, the royal sported a simple make-up look with a touch of eyeliner and mascara to amplify her features.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i.dailymail.co.uk\/1s\/2023\/09\/17\/14\/75522879-12528115-The_father_of_two_39_looked_dapper_in_a_smart_black_suit_which_h-a-58_1694956882217.jpg\" height=\"452\" width=\"634\"><\/p>\n<p>The father-of-two, 39, looked dapper in a smart black suit, which he paired with a matching black shirt<\/p>\n<p>The royal&#8217;s five-minute speech saluted those who have taken part in the week-long games, which were founded in 2014 for veterans to represent their county and compete in.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Meghan Markle stood alongside her husband in a glowing green dress. During the ceremony she couldn\u2019t hide her pride as she beamed at Team USA when they took their place for the closing ceremony of the Invictus Games.<\/p>\n<p>She looked on adoringly as the team walked on stage to Bruce Springsteen\u2019s Born in the USA. Meghan clapped along to the song as it reverberated around the Merkur Spiel-Arena and blew kisses to the team.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Prince Harry\u00a0also joined the applause from his front row seat &#8211; and took to the stage to thank people for coming.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i.dailymail.co.uk\/1s\/2023\/09\/17\/14\/75522913-12528115-Adding_even_more_glamour_to_the_look_the_royal_wore_her_62_000_L-a-59_1694956882235.jpg\" height=\"961\" width=\"634\"><\/p>\n<p>Adding even more glamour to the look, the royal wore her $62,000 Lorraine Schwartz pinky ring made with &#8216;diamonds gifted from the Middle East&#8217; along with her Cartier Love bracelet, costing \u00a35,000<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i.dailymail.co.uk\/1s\/2023\/09\/17\/14\/75522891-12528115-The_royal_watcher_her_husband_s_five_minute_speech_which_saluted-a-60_1694956882271.jpg\" height=\"944\" width=\"634\"><\/p>\n<p>The royal watcher her husband&#8217;s five-minute speech, which saluted those who have taken part in the week-long games<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i.dailymail.co.uk\/1s\/2023\/09\/17\/14\/75522893-12528115-Meghan_and_Prince_Harry_39_put_on_a_loved_up_display_as_they_loo-a-61_1694956882289.jpg\" height=\"495\" width=\"634\"><\/p>\n<p>Meghan and Prince Harry, 39, put on a loved-up display as they looked very close during the ceremony of the sixth Invictus Games<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i.dailymail.co.uk\/1s\/2023\/09\/17\/14\/75522911-12528115-The_Duchess_kept_her_thick_brown_tresses_tucked_away_in_her_trad-a-62_1694956882327.jpg\" height=\"1583\" width=\"634\"><\/p>\n<p>The Duchess kept her thick brown tresses tucked away in her trademark bun- which has made a comeback in recent days\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i.dailymail.co.uk\/1s\/2023\/09\/17\/14\/75522899-12528115-Meghan_was_glowing_during_the_event_and_was_photographed_cheerin-a-63_1694956882411.jpg\" height=\"425\" width=\"634\"><\/p>\n<p>Meghan was glowing during the event, and was photographed cheering the crowds in Germany\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i.dailymail.co.uk\/1s\/2023\/09\/17\/14\/75514319-12528115-The_Duke_of_Sussex_delivers_a_speech_during_the_closing_ceremony-a-64_1694956882612.jpg\" height=\"425\" width=\"634\"><\/p>\n<p>The Duke of Sussex delivers a speech during the closing ceremony of the 6th Invictus Games in Germany\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i.dailymail.co.uk\/1s\/2023\/09\/17\/14\/75515139-12528115-Prince_Harry_Duke_of_Sussex_Meghan_Duchess_of_Sussex_Rita_Ora_an-a-65_1694956882644.jpg\" height=\"953\" width=\"634\"><\/p>\n<p>Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, Rita Ora and Sam Ryder pose tonight before the closing ceremony of the Invictus Games<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i.dailymail.co.uk\/1s\/2023\/09\/17\/14\/75511283-12528115-Meghan_and_Harry_enjoying_the_closing_ceremony_at_the_Invictus_G-a-66_1694956882913.jpg\" height=\"427\" width=\"634\"><\/p>\n<p>Meghan and Harry enjoying the closing ceremony at the Invictus Games in Dusseldorf as they were photographed with wide grins across their faces\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i.dailymail.co.uk\/1s\/2023\/09\/17\/14\/75514801-12528115-The_couple_chat_as_they_watch_the_closing_ceremony_which_celebra-a-67_1694956882934.jpg\" height=\"427\" width=\"634\"><\/p>\n<p>The couple chat as they watch the closing ceremony which celebrated the 6th Invictus Games in Dusseldorf\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i.dailymail.co.uk\/1s\/2023\/09\/17\/14\/75511287-12528115-Meghan_was_glowing_in_an_830_Cult_Gaia_dress_laser_cut_with_flor-a-68_1694956897927.jpg\" height=\"1028\" width=\"634\"><\/p>\n<p>Meghan was glowing in an \u00a3830 Cult Gaia dress laser-cut with floral patterns, along with \u00a3525 leather pumps from Aquazzura\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i.dailymail.co.uk\/1s\/2023\/09\/17\/14\/75511303-12528115-Meghan_could_be_seen_waving_during_the_ceremony_which_saw_the_US-a-69_1694956897942.jpg\" height=\"901\" width=\"634\"><\/p>\n<p>Meghan could be seen waving during the ceremony, which saw the US team enter the stage to Bruce Springsteen&#8217;s iconic hit Born In The USA<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i.dailymail.co.uk\/1s\/2023\/09\/17\/14\/75511227-12528115-Dominic_Reid_chief_executive_of_the_Invictus_Games_Meghan_Markle-a-70_1694956898131.jpg\" height=\"459\" width=\"634\"><\/p>\n<p>Dominic Reid, chief executive of the Invictus Games, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Elke Bundenbender and Frank-Walter Steinmeier, president of Germany, at the Invictus Games closing ceremony in Dusseldorf<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i.dailymail.co.uk\/1s\/2023\/09\/17\/14\/75512547-12528115-Duke_and_Duchess_of_Sussex_attend_the_closing_ceremony_of_the_In-a-71_1694956898198.jpg\" height=\"955\" width=\"634\"><\/p>\n<p>Duke and\u00a0Duchess of Sussex attend the closing ceremony of the Invictus Game in Dusseldorf hand-in-hand<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i.dailymail.co.uk\/1s\/2023\/09\/17\/14\/75511769-12528115-The_US_team_at_the_Invictus_Games_closing_ceremony_on_Saturday_T-a-72_1694956898251.jpg\" height=\"438\" width=\"634\"><\/p>\n<p>The US team at the Invictus Games closing ceremony on Saturday. The team entered the stage to Born In The USA by Bruce Springsteen &#8211; to the approval of the Duchess of Sussex<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i.dailymail.co.uk\/1s\/2023\/09\/17\/14\/75512075-12528115-Prince_Harry_took_to_the_stage_to_thank_the_athletes_who_took_pa-a-73_1694956898266.jpg\" height=\"955\" width=\"634\"><\/p>\n<p>Prince Harry took to the stage to thank the athletes who took part in the games. He had opened the game by telling the audience: &#8216;Ich Bin ein D\u00fcsseldorfer&#8217; &#8211; I am a D\u00fcsseldorfer<\/p>\n<p>Thumping dance music greeted each of the teams as they took to the stage with the Ukrainian team given a standing ovation.<\/p>\n<p>Harry and Meghan stood clapping each of the teams. He was sat next to Elke Budenbender the wife of the German President,\u00a0Frank-Walter Steinmeier.<\/p>\n<p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dailymail.co.uk\/femail\/article-12528115\/Meghan-Effect-Banana-Republic-J-Crew-Zara-outfits-sold-Meghan-Markle-wore-Invictus-Games.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Meghan Effect: How Banana Republic, J Crew and Zara outfits sold out after Meghan Markle wore them to Invictus Games READ MORE:\u00a0Meghan Markle wore nearly \u00a3300,000 worth of clothes and jewellery in six days at Invictus Games Meghan Markle sported nearly \u00a3300,000 worth of clothes and jewellery in less than a week at the Invictus Games. 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