Meghan Markle was spotted at a trendy restaurant wearing an expensive outfit similar to one the late Princess Diana once wore. The Duchess looked “like wealth,” but others thought it was a “sad” cry for attention.

The Duchess of Sussex effortlessly exuded luxury in the chic ensemble she was seen wearing on Sunday, July 21. Meghan Markle was photographed leaving an Italian restaurant called Tre Lune in Montecito with famous actress Kimberly Williams-Paisley. Photos of Meghan quickly drew attention online for all the wrong reasons.

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Pictures of the duo showed them laughing and chatting away as they left the trendy spot near her and Prince Harry’s $14.5 million mansion. For the girls’ day out, Meghan donned a pricey ensemble as she was dressed head-to-toe in designer labels.

She sported a white “Mika” shirt designed by Anine Bing that cost $271.51 (€250), which she tucked into her $195 “Molly High-Rise Straight” mom jeans from La Ligne. Meghan paired her look with chic beige Chanel ballet flats made from Lambskin. These shoes cost $1,059.19 (£820) online. 

Meghan completed her look with a stunning black Christian Dior handbag called the “Medium Lady D-Lite Bag,” $180 Aviator sunglasses from Ray-Ban, and gorgeous jewels from Cartier, Lorraine Schwartz, and Ariel Gordon, which reportedly comes to a total of $68,712.06 (£53,200).

The gold necklace she fastened around her neck, dubbed the “Juste un Clou Necklace,” is made from yellow gold and set with brilliant-cut diamonds.

Her beautiful necklace reportedly has a total of 3.17 carats. The businesswoman also donned a $20,652.52 (£15,994.08) eye-catching bracelet from jewelry powerhouse Lorraine Schwartz called the “Against Evil Eye Five Eye Diamond Pave Bracelet,” which features 18K white gold and Topaz. 

Her stunning $22,300 “Tank Française” gold watch, designed by none other than Cartier, is cased in 18K yellow gold and decorated with a sapphire cabochon. Sticking with Cartier, Meghan also sported a beautiful gold bracelet called the “Love Bracelet,” which cost $5,300. 

Last, but certainly not least, she paired her “Juste un Clou Necklace” with another one from Ariel Gordon. This stunning jewelry piece is called the “Imperial Disc Pendant Necklace,” which features a 1.2 mm diamond cut twisted rope chain. 

Its price ranges from $1,770 to $2,555 depending on the choice of stone and number of engraving fields. Meghan’s one is engraved with her children’s names, Archie and Lilibet. She also wore her gorgeous $350,018.18 (£271,000) engagement ring. 

Kimberly, on the other hand, kept her outfit casual, rocking a striking blue button-down dress and white sneakers. The duo dined at the fancy A-list restaurant that charges around $30 for a main course and is known for its delicious cuisine and impressive wine selection as well, before leaving the venue. 

Upon seeing photos of Meghan during her outing, many people took to online platforms to assert their opinions. Some seemed to think that there was something amiss with her neck. “What’s up with her neck?? 😬,” questioned an X user.

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Another added, “Remembered to PULL her SHIRT WIDE OPEN show her scrawny neck off, 🙄🤡.” Other spectators believe that Meghan had actually gone so far as to organize for the paparazzi to take photos of her during her excursion as a purposeful cry for attention.

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“As predicted a pap walk occurs as Prince George’s birthday picture comes out. I seriously think she doesn’t realize how pathetic this is. Pictures were obviously taken earlier and timed to be released with George’s birthday photos,” asserted a social media user.

Prince George during the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee in London, England on June 5, 2022 | Source: Getty Images

Echoing a similar sentiment, someone else noted, “Meghan is so insecure over [an] [11-year-old’s] birthday photo that she [does] yet another car park pap shot. She is beyond a joke 🤡.” Another person simply expressed, “It’s actually sad now.”

Prince George at the traditional Easter Sunday Mattins Service at St George’s Chapel in Windsor, England on April 9, 2023 | Source: Getty Images

A group of people pointed out that Meghan’s outfit looked similar to one worn by her late mother-in-law, Princess Diana. “Pap walk dressed once again in a Princess Diana outfit copy,” remarked someone on X.

On the other hand, a fan gushed, “Mummy ❤️,” alongside two side-by-side photos of Meghan Markle and Princess Diana in similar-looking outfits.

Princess Diana during her visit to Bosnia and Herzegovina on the Balkan Peninsula on August 9, 1997 | Source: Getty Images

“🥴She looks like a wrinkled, thrift shopper mess!” criticized a social media user. However, one admirer came to Meghan’s defense, praising, “She looks like wealth. What a gorgeous girl Meghan Markle is. 😍 #MeghanMarkle #HarryandMeghanAreLoved #PrinceHarryandMeghan #WeLoveyouMeghan.”

Meghan Markle during day 2 of the Invictus Games in The Hague, Netherlands on April 17, 2022 | Source: Getty Images

While Meghan’s outing may have occurred a day before Prince George’s birthday, it is unknown whether or not this was strategically planned, as some people had suggested.

The Duchess’ nephew turned 11 on July 22 and his parents shared an endearing photo of him looking dapper in a black suit, which prompted a wave of comments about how much he resembles his father, Prince William.

Alongside the black-and-white image of the young Prince, which was taken by his mother, Princess Catherine, Prince William penned a short and sweet message to their son. “Wishing Prince George a very happy 11th birthday today!” the caption reads.Comments on the photo poured in. “He’s the [spitting] image of his father, honestly. Happy Birthday, George! 🎂❤️ And how is he 11 already? 😱” wrote a fan.

Prince George and Prince William during the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee in London, England on June 4, 2022 | Source: Getty Images

Echoing the sentiment, another chimed in with, “Prince George looks so much like his Dad 😍😍😍.” An admirer praised, “What a handsome young man. Well done William and Catherine.”

Others found themselves taken aback by the Prince and Princess of Wales’ choice to use a black-and-white picture. “Stop using black and white photos! I [think] someone is dead every time,” remarked a social media user. Similarly, another expressed, “[Happy] birthday 🎊🎂. [Almost] got a heart attack why the photo is monotone 😭😭😭.”

Prince George after the Coronation of King Charles III & Queen Camilla in London, England on May 6, 2023 | Source: Getty Images

Prince George’s birthday has always been celebrated by the public, just like the day he was born (July 22, 2013). News of his birth alone prompted a global celebration.

The day after his birth, July 23, Prince William and Princess Catherine stood on the steps of the Lindo Wing of St Mary’s Hospital to give the public the first glimpse of their firstborn before his dad secured him safely into his car seat.

Princess Catherine and Prince William with Prince George after the day of his birth in London, England on July 23, 2013 | Source: Getty Images

Another interesting detail concerning his birth is that Prince George’s parents only announced his name the day after he was brought home from the hospital. On July 24, Princess Catherine and Prince William notified the public of their son’s full name—George Alexander Louis.

Princess Catherine and Prince William with Prince George visiting the Sensational Butterflies exhibition at the Natural History Museum in London, England on July 2, 2014 | Source: Getty Images

Formally known as Prince George of Cambridge, the young royal is set to take over the King of England’s throne after his dad. In the line of succession list, Prince George is second to claim the British throne.

Serving as King is not the only huge endeavor he has upcoming for him. He, along with his younger siblings, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, will face a momentous call of duty for their country when they are older.