Meghan Markle is defending herself from shocking accusations. The Duchess of Sussex raised eyebrows when promotional materials for her upcoming Netflix special showed her wearing what appeared to be a pricey designer dress that she previously donned during a 2022 photoshoot. The apparent rewear prompted rumors that Meghan stole the gown - rumors that her representative quickly shut down.

MORE: Follow Wonderwall on MSN for more top news CraSH/imageSPACE / MEGA Meghan's camp slams the claim In a statement to Daily Express, Meghan's spokesperson shut down the rumor that she stole a $1,695 emerald Galvan Ushaia dress from a photoshoot. "The insinuation that any items were taken without the full knowledge and agreement of the on-set stylists or their respective teams is not only categorically false, but also highly defamatory," the representative said. "Any items kept, were done so in total transparency and in accordance with contractual arrangements," the rep further clarified. Where the rumor originated During a March appearance on Andrew Gold's "heretics" podcast, journalist Vanessa Grigoriadis said there was speculation the Suits star took items from a 2016 photoshoot. "I have since heard in a more recent photoshoot of Meghan's there was also a lot of stuff that was not returned after Meghan wore it in a very high-profile photoshoot," she alleged, seemingly referencing the 2022 Variety photoshoot in which Meghan donned the green Galvan Ushaia gown. View this post on Instagram "What is shocking about hearing these kinds of alleged stories is that somebody who is living in a $15 million-plus mansion in Montecito, who's just had $100 million deals, would care enough to take home some jewelry and clothes from a photoshoot that she can clearly afford," Grigoriadis continued. The mother of two was seen wearing what appeared to be the same green Galvan Ushaia gown in promotional materials for her upcoming Netflix special, With Love, Meghan: Holiday Celebration. NETFLIX Royals retain items from photoshoots Although Meghan and her husband, Prince Harry, are no longer working members of The Firm, the two still adhere to royal protocol in certain situations. According to a source, members of the royal family typically hold on to clothing from photoshoots to ensure it is not resold or included in future unauthorized auctions. The practice is reportedly "commonplace and prudent" amongst royals. The post Meghan accused of stealing appeared first on Wonderwall.com.