Alright, let’s talk about Meghan Markle, everyone’s favorite soon-to-be royal. Now that she’s engaged to Prince Harry, she’s officially part of the British royal family. That means she’s got a stylist working overtime to ensure every outfit is picture-perfect. But even the best stylists and their clients can have a little hiccup now and then. Recently, Meghan found herself in the spotlight for a tiny fashion mishap during a royal appearance in Birmingham, England.
Let’s set the scene: Meghan steps out in a chic white and navy J. Crew coat, priced at $298. The outfit is sharp, stylish, and fits her perfectly—or so it seems. But eagle-eyed fashion enthusiasts at the Daily Mail spotted something a bit off. Meghan had forgotten to snip the criss-cross stitching on the back of her wool jacket. These little 'X' marks, known as "tailor’s tacks," are meant to keep the fabric together while the garment is on display in stores. They're supposed to be removed before the coat is worn, but somehow, this detail slipped through the cracks.

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Why the Stitches Matter
Now, you might be wondering, why does this little detail even matter? Well, according to fashion guru Hannah Almassi from Who What Wear, leaving those stitches in can mess with the fit of the garment. "If you don’t remove them, the tailored silhouette doesn’t sit right," she explains. "Instead of skimming the body in the most flattering way, the hem will heave and stretch to fit awkwardly." But hey, let's cut Meghan some slack. She's practically perfect in every other way, and this tiny fashion stumble is forgivable, right?
Meghan's Royal Transformation
Beyond mastering the art of royal fashion, Meghan has been busy learning the ins and outs of royal protocol. Sources tell People that Meghan’s schedule is packed with meetings, preparations, and learning sessions. "She’s on a very busy schedule behind the scenes," a palace source reveals. "She's preparing for her wedding and meeting a lot of people—Harry’s charities, staff at the household, and the Royal Foundation." It's clear that Meghan is diving headfirst into her new role, and she's doing it with grace and determination.
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