The photo quickly became a target on X, formerly known as Twitter, where users accused Markle of imitation rather than inspiration.
“Audrey Hepburn was a lady, Meghan Markle does not know how to be a lady,” one commenter wrote.
Another added: “Meghan Markle a Goodwill Audrey Hepburn.”
Others were even more direct, with one user saying Markle was “cosplaying Audrey Hepburn again,” while another claimed she was doing it “badly.”
Another Setback for Meghan’s Netflix Deal
The controversy follows another professional disappointment for the Duchess, as her Netflix cooking series has reportedly been quietly shelved.
With Love, Meghan debuted on the streaming platform last March and later returned with a festive Christmas special in December.
Across its eight-episode run, Markle hosted a series of celebrity friends in a rented Montecito home, where they cooked, crafted, and gardened while showcasing a carefully curated, aspirational lifestyle tied closely to her As Ever brand.
Netflix Reportedly Moves On
Despite the high-profile rollout, insiders now claim Netflix has lost interest in the project.