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Meghan Markle Makes Surprise Paris Fashion Week Debut at Balenciaga

Her unannounced visit signaled support for new creative director Pierpaolo Piccioli at the fashion house.

Overview

  • Meghan attended Balenciaga shows on Oct. 4 and 5, marking her first Paris Fashion Week appearance and her first public outing in Europe since 2022.
  • A spokesperson said she was there to back Pierpaolo Piccioli, noting their past collaborations and her admiration for his work.
  • She arrived Saturday in a custom all‑white cape-and-trouser look, then switched to a black caped dress for a follow-up appearance.
  • She was escorted in as the lights dimmed, greeted and hugged Piccioli, and later posted a video recap on Instagram thanking him and Balenciaga.
  • She traveled solo from California and is slated to be in New York on Oct. 9 to accept Project Healthy Minds’ Humanitarians of the Year award with Prince Harry.