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The Duchess of Sussex showed up unexpectedly at the Parisian fashion event on Saturday to support a fashion designer friend.

Meghan attended the Balenciaga show after making a solo trip over the ocean.

She has worn a number of designs by the brand's fresh creative head Pierpaolo Piccioli and the attendance signaled "her backing of his latest creative phase," a representative for the duchess stated.

This marked her initial visit at the style showcase for over ten years.

"Throughout the past, the duchess has sported a number of designs by Pierpaolo," the spokesman commented.

"They have collaborated extensively collaborating on design for key moments on the global platform."

"She has long admired his artistry and modern elegance, and tonight was no different."

"This evening reflects the culmination of a long time of artistry and friendship, shown through her support for his new creative chapter at the fashion house."

Meghan, who announced her arrival in Paris with an social media post, wore a light-colored ensemble of wide-leg trousers and a blazer from the line for the show on the weekend.

The duchess is last known to have visited the UK in September 2022 to attend a charity event and was in the nation when the late Queen passed away. She and Prince Harry then stayed on for the memorial service.

Her husband saw his father the King last month amid rumors about a reconciliation.

He has made several trips to the UK in recent years for a variety of engagements including for fundraising occasions and to be present at court cases.

Recently, Prince Harry joined remotely for a High Court hearing in a lawsuit against the Daily Mail's publisher.