Meghan Markle brings the Hollywood glamour in strapless gown


The Duchess of Sussex made an appearance at the 2026 Fifteen Percent Pledge Fundraising Gala at Paramount Studios in Los Angeles


Meghan Markle side on close up in strapless gown© Getty
Katie Daly
Katie DalyLifestyle Writer
February 8, 2026
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The Duchess of Sussex was a picture of glitz and glamour on Saturday night as she headed out for a rare red carpet appearance. Meghan Markle, 44, was present at the 2026 Fifteen Percent Pledge Fundraising Gala held at Paramount Studios in Los Angeles, an event which celebrates Black-owned businesses.

Prince Harry's wife was a vision in a beautiful strapless gown by Harbison Studio. The fitted bodice and skirt came in a subtle oyster hue, and there was black piping around the strapless sweetheart neckline. The skirt on the full-length number was also fitted so it skimmed the former actress' silhouette perfectly. 

Meghan's red carpet look

Meghan posed in black and oyster strapless gown© Getty
Meghan was the star of the show at the 2026 Fifteen Percent Pledge Fundraising Gala held at Paramount Studios in Los Angeles

Adding to the look, the As Ever founder wore a black shawl with sleeves that draped down her back and pooled around her feet, which were adorned with Stuart Weitzman's 'Nudist 100' heels, adding a true Old Hollywood touch.

Meghan in strapless gown with long black shawl© Getty
Meghan's gown was teamed with a shawl - with a mega train!

Accessorised to perfection, Meghan topped off her look with a pair of statement drop earrings to match her bold index finger ring. She omitted a necklace to allow her earrings to do all the talking.

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Meghan waist up in strapless gown© Getty
Meghan's Harbison Studio gown was dressed up with statement earrings

As for her beauty look, the star of Netflix's With Love, Meghan slicked her raven locks into a stunning balletic bun at the midpoint of her head and rocked a smokey eyeshadow moment. Her milky pink manicure was the perfect finishing touch.

Meghan's 2026 in looks

Prince Harry beside Amy Redford and Meghan markle in all black© Getty
Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, Amy Redford and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex attend the Salt Lake City celebration and premiere of Cookie Queens

The outing, which was a solo occasion for Meghan, though she was spotted posing with close friend and fellow entrepreneur Emma Grede, came after the Duke and Duchess of Sussex made an appearance during the 2026 Sundance Film Festival in January.

First off, Meghan joined Harry at the Salt Lake City celebration and premiere of Cookie Queens (a movie produced by the couple's Archewell Productions) during the festival, which was held at Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex talking to group of teen girls© Getty
Meghan, Duchess of Sussex wore a chocolate brown coat over her all-black ensemble

The duchess played it cool in all-black, pairing flared jeans by Veronica Beard with a crew-neck jumper and pointed-toe boots. Her hair was worn down and straight to match the laid-back energy of her outfit.

Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, Alysa Nahmias and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex attend the "Cookie Queens" Premiere during the 2026 Sundance Film Festival at Eccles Center Theater on January 25, 2026 in Park City, Utah.© Getty Images
Meghan switched it up in a blue trench coat on the second day

Meanwhile, the following day, it was all about a sculpted trench coat moment. According to Royal Fashion Police on Instagram, she picked the 'Fog' coat in navy blue by Heidi Merrick, which featured a wide-neck collar and a tie-belted waist. 

HELLO!'s Fashion and Beauty News Editor, Laura Sutcliffe, said Meghan's trench is on trend for 2026. "A timeless, transitional piece, it's an item that can be worn throughout all the seasons," she said. "On cooler summer days, it can be slung over a simple, light dress, layered over jeans in the spring, and paired with chunky knits in the autumn and winter."

The statement outerwear was paired with her Vernoica Beard jeans from the day before and the 'Everyday Cashmere Bright Crew Jumper' by Brochu Walker.

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