How Meghan Markle’s Friendship With Pierpaolo Piccioli and Star Power Elevated Paris Fashion Week
- L J Louis
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Meghan Markle attended Paris Fashion Week last weekend, not for personal publicity but to support her friend, Pierpaolo Piccioli, at his highly anticipated Balenciaga debut. While some headlines tried to center on Meghan’s presence, let’s not forget the real story: her attendance genuinely helped Piccioli, creating even more excitement for his innovative first collection at Balenciaga.
Piccioli’s debut drew inspiration from Balenciaga’s rich history, especially the iconic 1957 sack dress, blending tradition with a fresh, modern approach—combining elegant, wearable pieces with bold, contemporary colors. The collection honored both the house’s storied legacy and its creative reinvention. While incorporating familiar shapes and archival details, the pieces were updated to feel both timeless and current. As Piccioli himself stated, by embracing both couture history and streetwear, his aim was to inject the brand with empathy and humanity.
Interestingly, Piccioli revealed to The Cut that Meghan’s attendance wasn’t orchestrated; she simply reached out as a supportive friend. He kept her visit a surprise, sharing, “Meghan and I met some years ago, and we’ve been texting ever since. She reached out and said she’d love to come to the show. There was no strategy or big orchestration. I didn’t tell anyone she was coming because I wanted it to stay a surprise. In fashion, real surprises are rare, and this one was beautiful.” Meghan wore two custom looks, fitting right in with the show’s inventive spirit.
Let’s set the record straight about the false rumors circulating that Meghan was paid a million dollars to attend the Balenciaga fashion show. This is supposedly a paltry sum considering how much her star power elevated the event. Even if that were true (which it wasn’t), it would be completely justified. Meghan is not living off taxpayer funds; she works for her lifestyle, and her presence creates headlines worldwide. It’s perfectly reasonable for such influence to be compensated in the fashion industry. But the facts are clear: Meghan’s attendance was about friendship, not transactions.
It’s admirable that Meghan Sussex, a modern royal, chose to uplift her friend rather than make herself the main story. Of course, her expenses were likely covered by Balenciaga, as is customary. But her willingness to shine the spotlight on someone else highlights who she really is at the core: a supportive, genuine friend and a force who can create excitement simply by showing up.
How Meghan Markle’s Friendship With Pierpaolo Piccioli and Star Power Elevated Paris Fashion Week
LJ Louis is an enthusiastic traveler, aspiring artist, and passionate writer of both fiction and non-fiction who loves exploring new cuisines. She is also a dedicated advocate for women's rights. With an impressive educational background, she holds a double major in psychology and criminology (BA), a Bachelor of Laws (Hons LLB), and an advanced diploma in fitness and health promotion. LJ shares her insights through engaging content on topics such as human sexuality, sex positivity, health, psychology, and even Meghan Markle.
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