Meghan Markle made a jewelry change, replacing her $62,000 Lorraine Schwartz band with a Shiffon and Co. pinky ring at the Invictus Games. The Duchess of Sussex, aged 42, chose to wear a 1972 tennis pinky ring from Shiffon and Co. for the event in Germany, with a retail price of $2,800.
Meghan Markle, known for her affinity for delicate jewelry with symbolic significance, looked stunning in the 18-carat white gold ring. The ring from Shiffon and Co. may have a special connection to the Invictus Games as it symbolizes women in sports, according to the brand. Meghan chose to wear this 1972 tennis band, replacing the controversial Lorraine Schwartz ring she previously had.
Questions have persisted regarding the origin of Meghan’s Lorraine Schwartz pinky ring, which she wore during her speech at the Invictus Games. In 2021, Prince Harry and Meghan denied claims that the ring was made with diamonds gifted to them by an undisclosed Middle Eastern donor, later clarifying that they were referring to a different ring.
Initially, Prince Harry and Meghan stated that the pinky ring was obtained directly from the designer by a stylist on the shoot, with no connection to a mystery donor in the Middle East. However, they later reversed their denial and clarified that they were actually referring to a different ring.
No further mention was made of the specific Lorraine Schwartz ring in question that Meghan wore on her right hand. This has raised questions about whether Meghan may have something to conceal regarding the origin of the diamond, which was initially spotted on her finger in October 2020.
If the diamonds in the Lorraine Schwartz ring did indeed come from the Middle East, it’s unclear whether Meghan received the gift while she was still a working royal or after she completed her final official duties in early March 2020. Meghan did not make an official visit to the region during her time as a royal, but it’s possible that she could have made a private trip.
Buckingham Palace only publishes a list of gifts received by royals while on official duty in the UK or overseas, and there is no public record of Meghan being given any diamonds. Gifts sent to the royals outside of official engagements are recorded but not made public. The palace had previously directed inquiries about the diamonds in the ring to the Sussexes’ representatives in the US. However, Meghan has now chosen to replace the mysterious ring with a Shiffon and Co. 1972 pinky ring.
The 18k yellow gold ring, priced at $2,800, will soon be available for the public to purchase. This luxurious ring may hold special significance for the Invictus Games, as it was created in honor of the passing of Title IX, the US-based legislation that played a pivotal role in advancing opportunities for women in sports.
Furthermore, 19.72 percent of the profits generated from the ring are directed towards Shiffon and Co’s ‘Women in Sports Investment’ fund. These funds are then invested in female-founded companies within the sports, health, and fitness sectors. Meghan chose a subdued ensemble for today’s event, wearing a brown silk shirt and trousers as she joined Prince Harry at the Invictus Games.
The 42-year-old mother of two chose a monochrome outfit with two shades of brown. She wore £1200 wide-leg silk trousers from Gabriel Hearst, which she had previously worn to the One Young World roundtable in 2022. Unlike her recent high street fashion choices, Meghan opted for a high-end look on this occasion. She paired the outfit with £165 oversized Miu Miu sunglasses and a £365 Dani Blouse from French designer L’agence.
The Duchess of Sussex, 42, sported a monochrome brown outfit with high-end accessories, including £1200 silk trousers, £165 oversized Miu Miu sunglasses, and a £365 Dani Blouse. She paired the look with £590 Manolo Blahnik heels, Princess Diana’s £17,800 Cartier watch, and a $2,800 1972 tennis pinky ring from Shiffon and Co, replacing her previous Lorraine Schwartz pinky ring. She completed her outfit with a £5,000 Cartier love bracelet while joining Prince Harry at the Invictus Games.
Meghan, 42, chose a monochrome outfit for the first day of the Invictus Games in Germany. She wore an all-black ensemble, including a black shirt dress from Banana Republic, black shoes, and a black belt. Meghan boarded a plane from Los Angeles to Europe, quickly got ready in her Dusseldorf hotel room, and headed to the games in this attire.
Meghan chose a black and white outfit for another day at the Invictus Games in Germany. She wore white shorts, a black tank top, and a white cardigan from J Crew. On another occasion, she went for an all-black look with black jeans, heels, and a tank top, pairing it with a white blazer. During her time as a working royal in the UK, Meghan mentioned that she toned down her wardrobe to avoid clashing with more senior members of the Royal Family.
Meghan Markle made these claims in the third episode of her Netflix series. She stated that during her time in the UK, she rarely wore color. She mentioned that you shouldn’t wear the same color as Queen Elizabeth II in a group event, and you also shouldn’t wear the same color as other more senior members of the royal family.
Meghan Markle mentioned in her Netflix series that she wore muted tones to avoid clashing with other senior royals and to blend in during her time in the UK. She didn’t want to stand out or embarrass the family. It seems she’s continuing this preference for muted tones at the Invictus Games.
Meghan Markle chose a casual outfit for her trip to the Invictus Games. She wore Ulla Johnson sailor-style Polina wide-legged trousers and a navy V-neck jumper. Her choice of footwear was a pair of ivory calfskin Valentino ‘Roman Stud’ mules, valued at $770.
In her first appearance at the Invictus Games, Meghan Markle wore a black shirt dress from Banana Republic, priced at £112. She accessorized with a $2,650 Goyard ‘St. Louis PM’ tote bag and a designer scarf, believed to be a $1,200 Rayures d’Ete Shawl from Hermes.
For her second appearance at the Invictus Games, Meghan Markle paired $98 J Crew linen shorts and a black tank top with a £177 J Crew blazer, Givenchy belt, and £910 Chanel shoes. She accessorized with £595 Kimaï hoop earrings.
During the Swimming Finals at the Invictus Games, Meghan Markle wore £620 cream Hermès Get sneakers, along with £2,000 Luna Skye earrings featuring baguette diamonds and leaf-shaped design.
Nine years ago, Prince Harry, his father, and brother attended the opening ceremony and multiple events at the first-ever Invictus Games in London. However, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s foundation, which is now defunct, played a significant role in securing sponsors and funding for the Invictus Games. Since Harry’s departure from the UK, there has been no involvement from the King and his heir in the event.
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