15 times members of the royal family caused a stir with their outfits

Vinciane NgomsiAug 20, 2020, 02:34 IST

Royal family members sometimes disregards protocol when it comes to wardrobe.Jayne Fincher/Getty Images; ODD ANDERSEN/AFP/Getty Images; Tristan Fewings/ BFC/ Getty Images

From Meghan Markle to Princess Diana, members of the royal family have made some memorable and controversial fashion decisions over the years.
There are tacit rules concerning royal family members' public wardrobe choices, so daring outfits tend to stand out.
Some of these memorable fashion moments were more accidental — like Kate Middleton's dress flying up in the breeze — but others seemed like they could be making a clear statement.
Princess Diana's "Revenge Dress" has become iconic, as has Markle's blush-colored off-the-shoulder look.

Members of the royal family are expected to adhere to certain protocols related to their wardrobe, but not everyone follows the code to a T.

Often when a royal appears at an official engagement, their outfits are one of the most discussed topics, and some members of the royal family have turned heads with their daring ensembles.

Here are 15 times royals caused a stir with their fashions.

Princess Michael of Kent wore a brooch during her first meeting with Meghan Markle that many considered to be racist.

Princess Michael of Kent wore a highly controversial brooch in 2017. Mark Cuthbert/UK Press via Getty Images

Princess Diana wore a little black ensemble that was later dubbed her "Revenge Dress."

Princess Diana's "Revenge Dress." Jayne Fincher/Getty Images

The Duchess of Sussex wore an off-the-shoulder dress for her first Trooping the Colour.

Meghan Markle wearing Carolina Herrera in 2018. ames Devaney/FilmMagic

Middleton's near wardrobe malfunction reportedly helped inspire the royal tailor to make a significant adjustment.

Kate Middleton nearly had a Marilyn Monroe moment. Samir Hussein/WireImage

Some feel Middleton may have been making a subtle political statement at the 2018 BAFTAs.

Kate Middleton at the BAFTAs in 2018. Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images

Princess Eugenie and Princess Beatrice wore unique hats to the 2011 royal wedding that went viral.

Princess Eugenie and Princess Beatrice at Prince William and Kate Middleton's wedding. Dan Kitwood/Getty Images

Prince Harry once dressed as a Nazi for a costume party.

Prince Harry later apologized. AP/Adam Butler

Some thought that Markle broke a subtle royal rule at the 2018 British Fashion Awards.

Many were talking about Meghan Markle's nail polish. Jeff Spicer/BFC/Getty Images

PETA had some thoughts about Middleton's fur-lined gloves in 2016.

PETA reportedly contacted the duchess about her Restelli-Guanti gloves. John Stillwell - WPA Pool/Getty Images

In 2018, Markle wore a dress with the tag still attached.

Some people were able to spot the rouge clothing tag. Samir Hussein/WireImage

Markle caused a stir with her 2019 Wimbledon outfit, which included jeans and a hat.

Meghan Markle at Wimbledon in 2019. Karwai Tang/Getty Images

Princess Margaret bucked tradition with her wedding tiara.

Antony Armstrong-Jones and Princess Margaret on their wedding day. Keystone-France/Getty Images

Princess Diana turned heads with her halter-neck dress.

Princess Diana wearing Catherine Walker at the Serpentine Gallery in 1995. Princess Diana Archive / Stringer

Middleton wore an off-the-shoulder dress to the BAFTAs in 2017.

On the left is the original Alexander McQueen dress Kate Middleton wore to the 2017 BAFTAs. Samir Hussein/Karwai Tang/Getty Images

Markle hopped on the "no pants" fashion trend in 2018 with this tuxedo dress.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle at a 2018 performance of "Hamilton." WPA Pool/Getty Images

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