Former Duchess Megan has faced another setback in her quest for post-Royal success and recognition.

Sources close to the luxury fashion industry claim that Hermes, a prestigious French fashion house known for its exquisite craftsmanship and exclusivity, has rejected an unusual and presumedly presumptuous approach from Megan’s team regarding potential foot modeling opportunities.

The rejection comes amid increasingly desperate attempts by the former Royal to establish herself as a legitimate Fashion Icon following her departure from Royal duties.

Megan has secured deals with various brands and media companies, but this particular ambition appears to have been a bridge too far for the notoriously selective French luxury giant Hermes.

The inquiry from Megan’s team struck executives as peculia and not aligned with the brand’s traditional approach to selecting models.

The inquiry included professional photographs of Megan’s feet along with a portfolio highlighting various angles and poses. Fashion industry experts note that foot models are typically specialized professionals who remain anonymous, their identity subordinate to the products they showcase.

The idea of a celebrity specifically campaigning to model feet struck many as unusual and potentially indicative of Megan’s increasingly erratic approach to Korean management in the aftermath of Royal life celebrity endorsements.

The rejection has left Megan deeply disappointed in questioning the fashion industry’s openness to innovation. Some insiders suggest that the leaked information about the approach and subsequent rejection may be part of a deliberate campaign to embarrass Megan.

The incident has also renewed discussion about the challenges faced by those who leave highly structured institutional roles and attend to forge new identities in the commercial world. Critics continue to question whether Megan possesses the business acumen and strategic vision necessary to build a sustainable brand in an increasingly competitive celebrity marketplace.