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It has long been known that Meghan Markle prefers exclusive and expensive designers.
And she made her preferences clear once again during her tour of Colombia last week – the total value of her clothes and jewellery came to a whopping £90,000.
The Duchess of Sussex, 43, who lives with Prince Harry and their two children, Prince Archie, five, and Princess Lilibet, three, at their $14 million Montecito home, joined her husband for a four-day tour of the South American nation last week.
The Sussexes packed a packed schedule during their trip, dubbed a “DIY royal tour,” which included attending a Colombian folk dancers’ show in Bogota, visiting a school, sampling a banquet and giving speeches.
The mother of two and her husband were given full protection by Colombian Vice President Francia Marquez, who invited the couple after watching their Netflix show and being “moved” by their story.
Throughout the event, Meghan proved once again that she is the princess of style, sporting a series of elegant (and expensive) looks.
Meghan Markle wore clothes and jewellery worth almost £90,000 during her four-day trip to Colombia with Prince Harry last week. Pictured here is a Johanna Ortiz dress worth £1,659
The Sussexes had a very busy schedule on their trip, and Meghan looked stylish every step of the way. Pictured here in a £1,700 Ortiz design
Her jewellery alone, which included several of her staples (Princess Diana’s £17,800 Cartier watch and a £15,011.84 “Against Evil Eye” bracelet by Lorraine Schwartz), added significant value to the price of her items.
Meghan gave a sweet nod to the host country, sporting multiple pieces by Johanna Ortiz, who is of Colombian origin and one of her favorite designers.
She also wore clothes designed by Andrés Otalora and Silvia Tcherassi, also from Colombia, while her Hannia Char boater hat was hand-woven by Colombian artisans, proving that Meghan personalizes her looks for each tour.
Meghan wore just one street-style outfit throughout, a sleeveless shirt from Mango, instead favoring sleek, often tailored pieces from her favorite designers.
An olive branch? At one point, Meghan wore a T-shirt designed by her old friend Victoria Beckham while speaking at the Responsible Digital Future forum in Bogotá
In total, her clothes and jewellery were valued at £89,964, but as several of the items were donated, the real value may be much higher.
Significantly, this figure also does not include her £140,000 engagement ring.
By combining old staples with several new items, Meghan made sure to deliver a royal-worthy fashion display during her four days in Colombia.
Here, FEMAIL calculates the total value of Meghan’s wardrobe for the whirlwind tour, taking into account only the cost of items once, although some items have already been worn before.
The cost of Meghan Markle’s Colombian wardrobe for 2024
Thursday, August 15th
Meghan Markle showed off her fashion prowess once again today as she stepped out in Colombia alongside Prince Harry to kick off their four-day tour of the South American nation.
- Collared gilet from New York label Veronica Beard – £596
- Veronica Beard Angled Navy Trousers – £349.33
- Cream-colored bag from the Italian brand Loro Piana – £3,653
- Lorraine Schwartz ‘Against Evil Eye’ Bracelet: £15,011.84
- Pippa Classic Petite Kyanite Earrings: £495
- Manolo Blahnik BB Pointed Toe Court Shoes in Black Suede: £595
TEAM TOTAL: £20,700.17
Meghan wore a colorful printed jumpsuit for her second look on her tour of Colombia
- Johanna Ortiz Burgundy Navajo Metallic Tweed Maxi Dress: £1,659
- Cartier Justr Un Clou necklace in yellow gold with diamonds – £11,800
- Jimmy Choo Etana Leather Strappy Mule Sandals in Tan – £795
- Lanvin Arpege Sleeper Earrings in Gold – £255
TEAM TOTAL: £14,509
Meghan attends the ‘Responsible Digital Future’ forum at EAN University in Bogotá, Colombia
- Victoria Beckham Chocolate Brown Shirt – £597
- Colby High Waisted Trousers in Spice La Ligne NYC – £231
- ‘Divine 85’ Cognac Brown Suede by Aquazzura – £617
- Birks Muse Citrine and Diamond Drop Earrings: £1,964
TOTAL TEAM: £3,409
THURSDAY TOTAL: £38,618
Friday, August 16th
Meghan looked sophisticated in high-waisted black skinny jeans, which she paired with a white button-down business shirt with one button on the top left undone, tucked in.
- Loro Piana Jamilla blazer in camel color – £2,893
- Chanel slingback ballet flats – £849
- Mango ‘Paula’ sleeveless cotton shirt in white – £35
- Cesta Collective crossbody bag in Panna – £588
- Gold butterfly earrings owned by Princess Diana – price unknown
TOTAL TEAM: £4,365
Harry and Meghan changed outfits between their morning and afternoon engagements.
- Juan De Dios Amaime Martello silk midi skirt in ivory green chintz – £347
- Sarah Hendler emerald and sapphire spear drop earrings – £1,736
TEAM TOTAL: £2,083
Prince Harry and Meghan joined Vice President Francia Marquez for lunch on the second day of their trip
- Oscar De La Renta cerulean blue dress, probably custom made and estimated to be worth at least £4000
- Aquazurra heels
- Logan Hollowell Baby Diamond Tennis Necklace with Inverted Drop Pendant: £9,786
TEAM TOTAL: £13,786
FRIDAY TOTAL – £20,234
Saturday, August 17th
Meghan Markle looked monochrome as she arrived in Cartagena with Prince Harry on the third day of their tour of Colombia
- Deep Ocean Silk Crop Top with Hello Sailor Silk Maxi Skirt by Johanna Ortiz – £1,700
- Hannia Char Wide Brim Hat – £70
- Ray-Ban Classic Aviator Sunglasses in Gold: £155
- Ariel Gordon Stamped Earrings: £212
- Aquazzura Divine 85 Sandal in Brown – £620
TEAM TOTAL: £2,757
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry looked very much in love as they held hands while visiting the traditional Afro-Caribbean village, San Basilio de Palenque, on Saturday.
- Posse Elegant White Linen Skirt, Emma Design – £200
- Argent White Crew Neck Tank Top – £120
- Emme Parsons Cecilia sandals in black calfskin – £347
- Cartier Gold Tank Francaise watch worn by Princess Diana – £15,500
- Cartier Touch bracelet, the one of love in yellow gold – £5,800
- Ariel Gordon Imperial Disc Pendant Necklace Engraved with Archie and Lili’s Names – £1,425
- Maria E Esquivia Earrings – Price Unknown
TEAM TOTAL: £23,392
Meghan and Harry tried salsa dancing during a visit to the El Vallado Recreational Unit in Cali
- Miu Miu Artiste sunglasses in black and gold (seen on her lap): £300
- El Carmen Hand Embroidered Canvas Mini Skirt in Ecru – £613
- Stuart Weitzman Benni sandals in tan leather – £275
TOTAL TEAM: £1,188
SATURDAY TOTAL – £27,337
Sunday, August 18th
Meghan Markle (pictured) looked radiant in a sequin-embellished printed pencil skirt, which she paired with a sleek white shirt and pink suede heels.
- Printed sequin-embellished midi skirt by Miami-based designer Silvia Tcherassi – £1,634
- Mango shirt (repeat from previous trip)
- Manolo Blahnik BB 105 magenta suede court shoes – £595
- Gold fan earrings – gift from Vice President Francia Márquez (price unknown)
TOTAL TEAM: £2,229
Meghan, Harry, Colombian Vice President Francia Marquez and her husband Yerney Pinillo smile at the Petronio Music Festival
- Colonial style tiered cotton poplin maxi dress in Joya green by Andres Otalora – £890
- Aquazzura Talk to Me 105 Black Suede Sandals – £656
TEAM TOTAL: £1,546
SUNDAY TOTAL – £3,775
TOUR TOTAL: £89,964
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