Overview
- A spokesperson for the Duchess of Sussex called the allegation that she took items without approval "categorically false" and "highly defamatory," saying any pieces kept were handled transparently under contractual terms.
- Renewed attention followed a Netflix trailer showing Markle in a green Galvan 'Ushuaia' gown first worn for a 2022 Variety feature.
- Page Six and other outlets cited anonymous sources claiming the dress was not returned and referenced a supposed 'royal archive,' a notion that other sources and reports disputed.
- Industry sources told multiple publications that retaining select wardrobe items from shoots can be standard, including for security reasons to prevent unauthorized resale or auctions.
- Newsweek reported Markle’s team may send legal letters after Thanksgiving in response to the stories, noting none had been issued at the time of its reporting.