We’ve been fortunate enough to witness two royal weddings of the British royal family in the last ten years. In 2011, Kate Middleton and Prince William exchanged vows. Then Prince Harry met Meghan Markle, the love of his life, and the two married in 2018. The two weddings commemorating their union were similar but distinct. After all, William and Kate are on their way to becoming King and Queen Consort, whereas Harry and Meghan have stepped down from their official royal duties. Here are some of the differences between the two royal weddings that you might have missed.
Their Engagement Rings
Prince William gave Kate Middleton an engagement ring that belonged to William’s late mother, Princess Diana. The 12-carat ring, which has an oval blue sapphire with cut faces and is now valued at $400,000, has an oval blue sapphire with cut faces and is now valued at $400,000. Beautiful solitaire diamonds surround it. Princess Diana’s collection is also featured in Meghan’s engagement ring, with two of her diamonds framing a center stone that Prince Harry bought in Botswana, where the now-married couple first fell in love. Meghan’s engagement ring is estimated to be worth $350,000.
Their Engagement Rings
Kate Is British
While there were some skeptics when Kate Middleton’s relationship with Prince William was revealed, the couple appeared to be a perfect match. Kate grew up in a wealthy Berkshire family and went to St. Andrew’s School, Downe House School, Marlborough College, and the University of St Andrews, where she met her future husband. Kate’s family has many aristocratic connections; her father was born into wealth and had ties to the British aristocracy, so Kate and William are likely to meet.
Kate Is British
Megan Is From LA
Meghan took an interest in acting and pursued her career, while Kate was born into wealth and set on a path of proper education and finding a suitor. She went to an all-girls Catholic private school in Los Angeles and went on to Northwestern University to double major in theater and international studies. Meghan’s father worked as a director of photography and lighting for television, and her mother worked as a social worker and yoga instructor.
Megan Is From LA
How They Waved To The Crowd
Duchesses Kate and Meghan are expected to give the perfect regal wave when they officially join the British royal family. During the carriage ride after the wedding ceremony, royal brides are expected to wave to the crowds as a sign of appreciation for the people who have gathered to celebrate. Kate keeps her fingers close together for her wave, whereas Meghan’s are more relaxed and spaced out. While waving to the crowds, both ladies keep their movements to a minimum.
How They Waved To The Crowd
Prince Charles’ Different Attires
While Prince Charles’ second wife Camilla Parker wore similar outfits to both royal weddings, Prince William and Prince Harry’s father wore noticeably different outfits on two of his sons’ most important days. Charles dressed up in his royal regalia for the wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton. Prince Charles wore a simple grey suit to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s wedding, which went well with Camilla’s light pink dress and hat.
Prince Charles’ Different Attires
Walking The Aisle
It’s difficult to imagine how much pressure Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle were under as they walked down the aisle on their big days in front of the world. On her big day, the Duchess of Cambridge was accompanied by her father, Michael Middleton. Unfortunately, the Duchess of Sussex’s father was suffering from health issues during the month leading up to her wedding, preventing him from attending the big event in London. Meghan walked down the aisle on her own before being met halfway by Prince Charles.
Walking The Aisle
Their Wedding Reception Dress
Following their royal weddings, each Duchess changed into a new gown and headed to a wedding reception hosted by Prince Charles for each of his sons and their new wives. For her reception, Kate wore a classic white Alexander McQueen gown. Meghan’s gown was designed by Stella McCartney and cost $157,000, according to reports. She was seen holding hands with Prince Harry as he assisted her into a blue vintage Jaguar while wearing the stunning gown.
Their Wedding Reception Dress
Kissing The Bride
Millions of people tuned in to see the newlywed royal couple’s first kiss. After the wedding ceremony at Westminister Abbey, Prince William and the Duchess of Cambridge kissed for the first time on the balcony of Buckingham Palace. Following the wedding ceremony, Prince Harry and the Duchess of Sussex shared their first wedded kiss outside of St. George’s Chapel. As the crowds cheered them on, both couples were beaming with joy.
Kissing The Bride
What The Middletons Wore
Kate Middleton’s parents, Michael and Carole Middleton, are well-known members of British society. The family is well-educated and has a long history of prominent lawyers. They’re no strangers to the British royals, as the two families have had long-standing friendships. Michael wore a suit and top hat to his daughter’s royal wedding, while the Mother of the Bride wore a light blue gown. When they attended Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s wedding in 2018, they wore similar outfits.
What The Middletons Wore
The Tiaras
A royal wedding is anything but ordinary, which is one reason why so many people tune in to watch. The incredible headwear worn by the brides for the occasion is one feature that sets royal weddings apart from the rest. Kate wore a Cartier tiara to her wedding, which was given to Queen Elizabeth II on her 18th birthday. Meghan wore a tiara that belonged to Queen Elizabeth II. In 1932, the Diamond Bandeau Tiara was created. Meghan replaced the sapphire center stone with a diamond for her wedding day.
The Tiaras
The Beckhams Were There Too
Both royal weddings were attended by David Beckham, a star soccer player, and his wife, Victoria Beckham, a fashion designer, and former pop star. For Prince William and Kate’s wedding, David wore a grey morning suit and top hat, while Victoria wore a sleek navy dress and hat. The couple wore similar colors for Prince Harry and Meghan’s wedding, with David sporting a close haircut and beard instead of a top hat. The celebrity couple reportedly donated their wedding attire to raise money for charity.
The Beckhams Were There Too
The Royal Cakes
Fiona Cairns created the wedding cake for Prince William and Kate, which had an incredible eight tiers. The couple chose fruitcake as their cake flavor and had a chocolate cake made for guests who didn’t like fruitcake, for a total cost of $160,000. For their wedding cake, Prince Harry and Meghan chose a lemon sponge cake with elderflower syrup and Amalfi lemon curd. Claire Ptak reportedly spent between $60,000 and $75,000 on the cake.
The Royal Cakes
The Wedding Bouquets
Although the wedding bouquets held by Kate and Meghan at their respective weddings appear to be very similar, there are significant differences between them. Shane Connolly designed Middleton’s delicately small bouquet, which features all-white flowers, each representing something the couple wishes for their marriage, such as happiness and steady love. Meghan’s bouquet, designed by Philippa Craddock, included flowers handpicked by Prince Harry and symbolizing hopes for their marriage, such as dedication and love.
The Wedding Bouquets
Kate Had A Maid Of Honor While Meghan Had Page Boys
Kate Middleton’s younger sister Pippa was asked to serve as her Maid of Honor and carry her train down the aisle at Westminster Abbey, as expected. The two sisters are extremely close and used to live together before Kate’s wedding day. On the other hand, Meghan did not choose a Maid of Honor despite having several of her closest friends in attendance at her royal wedding. Meghan’s train was carried by two page boys at St. George’s Chapel.
Kate Had A Maid Of Honor While Meghan Had Page Boys
What The Grooms Wore
Both Prince William and Prince Harry served in the military and wore their uniforms to their weddings, as is customary for royal grooms to do so. Colonel William was dressed in a red Irish Guards uniform. Since Captain Mark Phillips in 1973, he was the first royal groom to wear red. On his wedding day, Prince Harry wore a military uniform from the Blues and Royals. Despite his appointment as Captain-General of the Royal Marines, he chose to wear a Major’s uniform.
What The Grooms Wore
What The Duchess Of Cambridge Wore
The entire world was waiting to see what Kate Middleton would wear when she married the future King. The Duchess of Cambridge wore an Alexander McQueen gown designed by Sarah Burton. The dress, which cost a reported $450,000, was a hit with viewers, who praised its blend of tradition and modern elegance. Kate’s gown had a nine-foot train and handcrafted lace from the Royal School of Needlework. The dress’s back was intricately detailed, with 58 organza-covered buttons and Rouleau loops.
What The Duchess Of Cambridge Wore
Kate’s Attire In Meghan’s Wedding
No one except the bride is supposed to wear white to a wedding, according to tradition. Many people assumed, at first glance, that the Duchess of Cambridge had broken the rules on this one. However, in different lighting, Kate’s elegant Alexander McQueen coat appeared to be a primrose yellow. Kate looked stunning in the light-yellow coat, which she paired with a Philip Treacy hat, three weeks after giving birth to Prince Louis.
Kate’s Attire In Meghan’s Wedding
What The Duchess Of Sussex Wore
The Duchess of Sussex wore a silk gown designed by Clare Waight Keller of Givenchy on her wedding day. The dress had an open boat neckline and was otherwise unadorned with lace or other embellishments. The Duchess did use a piece of fabric from her first date with Prince Harry, which she wore in a blue dress. Meghan’s veil was an incredible 16.5 feet long, despite her modest train.
What The Duchess Of Sussex Wore
The Brides’ Mothers
Carole Middleton didn’t want her daughter, the Duchess of Cambridge, to be overshadowed on her special day. Catherine Walker designed her pale blue gown, which was the perfect shade for the spring wedding. On Kate’s big day, the Mother of the Bride looked ecstatic. Doria Ragland, Meghan’s mother, flew in from Los Angeles to show her support for Prince Harry and Meghan. Meghan married her prince charming in a light green Oscar de la Renta gown, and she looked as happy as ever.
The Brides’ Mothers
The Evening Wedding Reception
Following each royal wedding is the evening reception. The evening receptions are not open to everyone who attends the lavish weddings. After the wedding, most guests changed into new outfits for the magical night, which was not shared with the public. The evening reception for Prince William and Kate Middleton was held at Buckingham Palace. In contrast, the reception for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle was held at St. George’s Hall in Windsor Castle. Toasts and well wishes to the newlywed couples were given at both events, as is customary.
The Evening Wedding Reception
How Much The Wedding Costed
Both royal weddings cost significantly more than the average wedding for a commoner. As the weddings of the British royal family have become a part of history, every detail of the event is meticulously attended to. The incredible guest list alone will cause attendance to soar. The wedding of Prince William and Kate in 2011 drew 2,500 guests and cost $34 million. According to reports, the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in 2018 had fewer guests (600) but cost $55 million.
How Much The Wedding Costed
Chelsy Davy’s Attire On Both Royal Weddings
Before Meghan Markle, Prince Harry had a seven-year on-again, off-again relationship with Chelsy Davy, a Zimbabwean businesswoman. Chelsy was invited to both Prince William and Prince Harry’s weddings during their relationship, which lasted from 2004 to 2011. Harry and Chelsy had just broken up at the time of Prince William’s wedding. According to Parade magazine, the magnitude of the event drove a wedge between Harry and Chelsy, who realized royal life wasn’t for her. She was not invited to the evening reception hosted by Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.
Chelsy Davy’s Attire On Both Royal Weddings
The Queen’s Attire
Queen Elizabeth II is well-known for her colorful attire. “I can never wear beige because nobody will know who I am,” she said. The Queen wore a primrose yellow long sleeve dress with a matching hat to Prince William and Kate’s wedding. When the Queen attended Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s wedding in 2018, she chose a brighter green coat over a purple gown. She wore it with a matching green hat embellished with purple feathers.
The Queen’s Attire
The Different Royal Wedding Veils
While Kate’s wedding gown train was longer than Meghan’s, it was Meghan’s veil that wowed guests and viewers at home. Kate’s veil was a top-secret project of the Royal School of Needlework, and it looked stunning with the Queen’s tiara. Meghan’s 16.5-foot-long veil, which featured the wildflowers of 53 countries, was designed by Clare Waight Keller after Meghan requested that all the Commonwealth’s nations be represented in her veil design.
The Different Royal Wedding Veils
Pippa Middleton’s Outfits Turned Heads
Pippa Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge’s younger sister, served as Maid of Honor at her sister’s wedding in 2011. Pippa’s gown had a unique design that blended in with her sister’s and bridesmaids’ gowns while also standing out. After the event, viewers were enthralled by Kate’s younger sister, and her reputation grew. Pippa, who married in 2017, wore a light green floral dress with a $695 price tag to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s wedding.
Pippa Middleton’s Outfits Turned Heads
The Earrings That They Wore
The Duchess of Cambridge chose a pair of Robinson Pelham diamond earrings for her wedding day. The teardrop-shaped earrings, which reportedly cost $20,000, complemented her diamond tiara. When Meghan married Prince Harry, she wore Cartier earrings. Her tiara, which she borrowed from the Queen, who inherited it from Queen Mary in 1953, went well with the diamond and white gold earrings. Meghan also wore a diamond bracelet by Cartier’s Reflection de Cartier.
The Earrings That They Wore
Princess Anne And Her Different Shades Of Purple
Princess Anne is not to be forgotten. Princess Anne, the daughter of Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip, was a glamorous guest at both of her nephews’ weddings. She wore a purple and green collared coat with a bright purple hat to Prince William and Kate’s wedding, matching her mother’s colors. Princess Anne wore a darker purple wrap coat to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s wedding. She completed the ensemble with a purple hairpiece and clutch.
Princess Anne And Her Different Shades Of Purple
The Crowd In Both Weddings
The wedding of Prince William and Kate had far more guests and a much larger crowd than the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. It’s only natural, given that Prince William will almost certainly be crowned King one day. The couple also had the larger wedding venue, with nearly 2,000 people in attendance at Westminister Abbey to witness the festivities. An unknown number of people flocked to Windsor Castle on the day of Prince Harry and Meghan’s wedding to be in the presence of the newlyweds. The smaller venue of St. George’s Chapel, on the other hand, was unable to accommodate as much.
The Crowd In Both Weddings
Peter Phillips And His Family’s Attire
Peter Phillips, Queen Elizabeth II’s eldest grandchild, attended both royal weddings with his wife, Autumn. Savannah and Isla are the couple’s two daughters. Autumn Kelly attended Prince William and Kate’s wedding in a stunning purple collared dress with a flared skirt. Autumn wore an elegant long-sleeved royal blue dress with a teal hat and her hair down when she and Peter attended Prince Harry and Meghan’s wedding.
Peter Phillips And His Family’s Attire
Lady Kitty Spencer’s Gorgeous Attire
Princess Diana’s absence and memory were palpable at both Prince William’s and Prince Harry’s weddings. Each of her sons paid their own tribute to their late mother, keeping her memory alive on their special days. Lady Kitty Spencer, Princess Diana’s niece and cousin to Prince William and Prince Harry, attended the weddings of both of her cousins. To William’s wedding, she wore a light, form-fitting beige gown. Kitty wore a green square neck dress with a colorful floral print on the skirt to Harry’s.
Lady Kitty Spencer’s Gorgeous Attire
What Prince Philip Wore
Prince Phillip, the grandfather of Prince William and Prince Harry, was a proud man on both of their wedding days. On the day of his wedding, Prince William wore red, while Prince Philip wore his red Grenadier Guards uniform. On the other hand, Prince Philip chose to leave his uniform at home and wear a formal suit with a blue tie to Prince Harry and Meghan’s wedding. Due to his recent hip surgery, he may have preferred the more casual suit over the uniform. Now, let’s talk about the differences between the two duchesses.
What Prince Philip Wore
Meghan Isn’t Close With Her Siblings
Meghan’s relationship with her mother, Doria, is good, but her relationship with her siblings isn’t. Samantha Markle and Thomas Markle, Jr. are Meghan’s half-siblings from her father’s side. Her sister has slammed Meghan in interviews, and her brother has run into legal issues. Meghan has no real relationship with her siblings as an adult, despite spending time with them as children. Her mother, Doria, was the only family member who attended Meghan’s wedding.
Meghan Isn’t Close With Her Siblings
Kate’s Traditional English Fashion
When Kate Middleton and Prince William’s relationship became serious, Kate’s fashion style shifted to be more conservative and traditional. The Duchess of Cambridge became a fashion icon after getting engaged and then married, and “the Kate effect” was born. Queen Elizabeth II’s fashionable hats, coats, and conservative style of dressing are similar to hers. Bold colors and opulent jewelry are also favorites of the two women. Kate’s favorite labels are notorious for selling out in a matter of minutes. Kate’s polka dot maternity dress sold out in all sizes within 30 minutes after being photographed wearing it in 2015.
Kate’s Traditional English Fashion
Meghan’s Modern Fashion Sense
Meghan was born and raised in Hollywood, so her style is very different from Kate’s, who grew up in an upper-middle-class family across the pond. Rather than traditional dresses, the Duchess of Sussex favors tailored shorts and pants suits. She’s also been seen wearing heels with sports jackets and loose-fitting collared shirts. Meghan’s wardrobe is dominated by moody blues, which she accessorizes with stacked rings and small, simple earrings, as opposed to Kate’s royal jewels and tiaras.
Meghan’s Modern Fashion Sense
Kate’s Privileged Life
Kate Middleton lived a luxurious life even before she married Prince William. Her father was born into wealth and built a multimillion-dollar online party gift company. Kate lived in her parents’ apartment, which is estimated to be worth between $1.3 and $1.8 million while attending the prestigious St. Andrews private school. Kate has never had to worry about money or being taken care of while working hard for her education.
Kate’s Privileged Life
Kate Is Close With Her Siblings
Kate Middleton’s two siblings are well-known, as the duchess has a close relationship with her brother and sister. Pippa, Kate’s younger sister, served as maid of honor at her and Prince William’s wedding, and Kate served as maid of honor at Pippa’s wedding. Kate also has a close relationship with her younger brother, James Middleton, who is frequently seen with the royal family and read a bible verse at Kate and William’s wedding.
Kate Is Close With Her Siblings
Meghan Had A Lot Of Opportunities But Not The Same As Kate
Meghan’s father earned a good living in Hollywood and was able to send his daughter to a prestigious private school. Meghan’s upbringing, on the other hand, was nothing like Kate’s lavish lifestyle. Her mother primarily raised Meghan after her parents divorced when she was six years old. Meghan worked odd jobs like teaching calligraphy and bookbinding to make ends meet after college and in between acting jobs. Like Kate, she didn’t have the luxury of living in a million-dollar apartment.
Meghan Had A Lot Of Opportunities But Not The Same As Kate
Kate Kept Her Distance With Fans
When she greets people who attend the events, Kate can be seen keeping a distance between herself and the public in photographs. She’s frequently seen holding her purse in front of her, a body language signal that she’s not interested in shaking hands or receiving hugs. She will reach out and shake hands or accept flowers on occasion, but not always. This is partly because allowing others to touch or photograph the duchess would be against royal protocol.
Kate Kept Her Distance With Fans
Meghan Is Fond Of The Fans
Unlike the Duchess of Cambridge, Meghan is quick to greet children and others who come to see the British royal family with a hug. Her friendly demeanor makes fans feel at ease approaching her and asking for a hug or a photo. Meghan deleted her popular blog and all of her social media accounts before announcing her relationship with Prince Harry. However, you can’t blame her for still wanting to connect with fans.
Meghan Is Fond Of The Fans
Kate Is Private With Her Opinions
Staying neutral on political and social issues is one of the protocols for being a member of the British royal family. Royals are not permitted to express their views on issues, nor are they permitted to support a candidate or a cause that has opposing viewpoints. Kate has done an outstanding job of remaining neutral on all topics and keeping her opinions to herself since stepping into the spotlight dating Prince William.
Kate Is Private With Her Opinions
Meghan Voices Out Her Opinions
Meghan has always been outspoken about her opinions and taken a stand on social issues since she was a young girl. Meghan was even featured on Nick News with Linda Ellerbee when she was just 11 years old for her campaign to have a sexist Proctor and Gamble television commercial removed. She also used her popular blog The Tig to bring attention to social issues such as gender inequality before shutting it down. Although she can’t change the past, the Duchess of Cornwall has remained silent since her engagement to Prince Harry.
Meghan Voices Out Her Opinions
Kate’s Past Isn’t Much Of A Problem
Despite their best efforts, the media has been unable to uncover any information about Kate Middleton before her marriage to Prince William. There are a few photos of Kate from her college days in which she is not dressed as elegantly as she is now, but that’s to be expected. Queen Elizabeth II had no reservations about welcoming Kate into the family, and she had no reservations about the duchess’ past.
Kate’s Past Isn’t Much Of A Problem
Meghan Didn’t Seem To Be A Perfect Fit
Meghan Markle didn’t seem like the right person to marry Prince Harry and join the royal family. She was an American and a celebrity thanks to her acting career, and she had been married and divorced before. When deciding whether or not to give Prince Harry her blessing, the Queen undoubtedly considered these factors. Meghan was 34 years old when she met Harry, and she had more life experience than Kate did when she met her prince at the tender age of 19.
Meghan Didn’t Seem To Be A Perfect Fit
Kate Is Athletic
Kate Middleton enjoys being active and participating in sports in her spare time. When the royal couple appears at sporting events or with children, she always joins in. As her family travels to Switzerland, she has been seen playing tennis, volleyball, rowing, and skiing. Kate ran cross country, was a member of the rowing and swim teams, and played tennis and field hockey while at boarding school. She’s a natural athlete!
Kate Is Athletic
Meghan Loves Doing Yoga
Meghan, like her mother, prefers to exercise by lying down on a yoga mat. Meghan’s mother, Doria, is a Los Angeles-based yoga instructor, and Meghan has reportedly practiced yoga since she was seven years old. Meghan was frequently seen carrying her yoga mat while living in Toronto. Meghan was spotted going to a hot yoga class at Modo Yoga in NYC shortly after marrying Prince Harry. According to a source, “She has been going to Modo yoga for many years and tries to do so whenever she is in New York. It was the perfect remedy for jet lag.”
Meghan Loves Doing Yoga
Kate And William Had Split But Got Back Together
When Kate and Prince William met in college at St. Andrew’s in 2001, sparks flew. They began dating in 2002 and announced their relationship in 2004 while attending family gatherings together. The couple then divorced in 2007. Kate and William explained that they needed some space and time to themselves, which makes sense given that they were both fresh out of college and still trying to find their feet. They got back together in 2008. The Queen had always been supportive of their relationship, and Prince William proposed to Kate in Kenya in 2010. On April 29, 2011, the couple tied the knot.
Kate And William Had Split But Got Back Together
Meghan And Harry’s Relationship Moved A Bit Faster
Meghan and Prince Harry’s relationship moved faster than Kate and Prince William’s, which lasted nine years before they married. The couple first met in 2016 on a blind date set up by a mutual friend. They went on their first trip together to Botswana just a few weeks after the meeting, feeling instant chemistry. On November 27, 2017, Clarence House and Kensington Palace announced the couple’s engagement, and they married the following year on May 19, 2018.
Meghan And Harry’s Relationship Moved A Bit Faster
Kate Would Be The Queen Consort
Within any royal family, the line of succession to the throne is extremely important, especially in the highly regarded British royal family. Following his father, Prince Charles, Prince William is currently second in line to the throne. When Prince William succeeds to the throne, Kate will become Queen consort, which is a huge honor. This is why it is critical that Kate adheres to the royal protocol to the letter. As a result, their first son, Prince George of Cambridge, is now the third in line to the British throne.
Kate Would Be The Queen Consort
Meghan And Harry Are Given A Bit Of Slack
Prince Harry is the sixth in the line of succession to the British throne, so there’s a slim chance he’ll ever have to face the challenge. As a result, he and Meghan are given a little more leeway when it comes to royal duties scrutiny and expectations. Meghan will always be Duchess of Sussex, and Harry will always be Prince. Archie, their son, does not have the title of “Royal Highness” and is not a British prince. As a result, Meghan and Harry decided that their son would be known as Master Archie Mountbatten-Windsor.
Meghan And Harry Are Given A Bit Of Slack
Kate Barely Has Any Privacy
The royal family of the United Kingdom attracts a lot of attention, and the media is always looking for new photos and stories about Kate and Prince William. Even with all of their security, they have a hard time escaping the paparazzi as a result of this. When photos of the duchess on vacation were published in a magazine in 2012, Kate was particularly upset. When the photographer took the pictures, she was sunbathing and not fully clothed. The royal family filed a lawsuit against the paparazzi as a result of the incident.
Kate Barely Has Any Privacy
Meghan Has Also Been Harassed
The Duchess of Sussex has had her issues with privacy and protecting herself from the press, even though she hasn’t had any risque photos of herself published. When word got out that Prince Harry and Meghan were dating, Meghan was bombarded with hateful comments on social media. Prince Harry defended her, urging people to stop harassing her and making offensive comments on the internet. Kensington Palace staff were also quick to delete negative online comments following the couple’s pregnancy announcement.
Meghan Has Also Been Harassed
Kate’s Children And Their Importance
The Duchess of Cambridge’s public image and royal duties have a lot riding on them. She is not only the mother of Prince George, the third in line to the British throne but she is also expected to become Queen consort. It’s a big deal to be the mother of the future king! Kate gave birth to Prince George in 2013, and Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis followed in 2015 and 2018.
Kate’s Children And Their Importance
What It Means For Meghan’s Kids
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are different from Kate and William because their children are unlikely to inherit the throne. Archie, their first child, is a member of the royal family but does not receive the titles of His Royal Highness or Prince. This gives Meghan and Harry a little more flexibility in terms of how they want to raise their son and any future children.
What It Means For Meghan’s Kids
The Reasoning Behind Kate And William Not Engaging In PDA
Kate, as previously stated, is extremely conscientious when it comes to royal protocol. Part of it is avoiding overly affectionate displays with her husband! As stuffy and old-fashioned as it may appear, Kate does not kiss or even hold hands with her husband, Prince William, as it is considered bad form for the royal family. You’ll notice that Prince William will place his hand on her back properly and delicately, and the couple will exchange loving glances, but they won’t show affection like most in love couples would.
The Reasoning Behind Kate And William Not Engaging In PDA
Meghan Frequently Breaks The Rules
When Meghan and Prince Harry first met, it was clear that they were head over heels in love. The couple was frequently seen holding hands, gazing lovingly at each other, and making other displays of affection and companionship. Yes, they were breaking the rules, but their slightly “inappropriate” behavior was overlooked because Prince Harry was not expected to take the throne. Until they announced in 2020, they would be stepping down from royal duties due to a “Megxit” feud with Harry’s family. For Harry and Meghan, everything has changed now. Keep reading to find out what Meghan can finally do again after the so-called “Megxit”!
Meghan Frequently Breaks The Rules
She Can Finally Play Monopoly Again
Prince Andrew once said, “We’re not allowed to play Monopoly at home.” He continued, “It gets too vicious.” Because the Queen forbids it, none of the royal family members can play the money game at home. Meghan Markle and Prince Harry can now roll as many dice as they want and buy as many properties as they want. This is probably the furthest thing from anyone’s mind, but it’s true. It is also unlikely to be a pressing concern for Markle, but its obscurity prompted us to include it.
She Can Finally Play Monopoly Again
PDA Is No Longer A Problem
When it comes to public displays of affection, the royals have strict guidelines. During certain outings, Markle would, for example, rub Harry on the back to replace what they would typically do. PDA is acceptable in some situations, but in serious situations, even body language should be scrutinized. When Markle wants to kiss her husband, she no longer has to consider her location or what she’s doing.
PDA Is No Longer A Problem
Crossing Legs Is Acceptable Again
Markle was no longer able to cross her legs after marrying into the family. She had to follow a different set of rules. According to the protocol, she could only cross her ankles and had to keep her legs and knees together. It was probably frustrating for her not to be able to do something that had almost become instinctive at this point in her life. It could be a huge relief for her to be able to cross her lower extremities in public again.
Crossing Legs Is Acceptable Again
She Has Custody Over Her Kid
Consider having a newborn you’re eager to care for, but he or she isn’t in your custody. Thanks to King George, this was the case for Archie after his birth. “The sovereign has legal custody of the minor grandchildren,” King George declared in the 1700s. That sounds like a rule that should be repealed now that we are no longer in those times, but Markle doesn’t have to worry about it. Archie is completely hers!
She Has Custody Over Her Kid
She Can Use Social Media Again
The palace keeps a close eye on all of the family members. None of them are allowed to have a social media presence, a rule that forced Markle to delete hers voluntarily. We’re sure a joint account or an individual page for Markle will emerge now that she and Harry are their own people again. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s Instagram page aren’t the same as a personal page, but we appreciate that they keep it updated.
She Can Use Social Media Again
She Might Act Again
Markle announced she would not be returning for the eighth season of Suits when it was renewed. Markle had to leave acting behind because the palace requires all new members to quit their jobs and become full-time royals. She’s now free to appear in front of the camera once more! She’s rumored to be interested in joining a reality TV show, but we’re not holding our breath on that one. Markle gets to be herself one day at a time.
She Might Act Again
Meghan Finally Has Her Privacy Back
Yes, Markle has been a celebrity for a while, so she’s used to the cameras and security. The paparazzi and security increased to a new level after the couple tied the knot! She couldn’t leave the house without someone keeping an eye on her. Markle will not be accompanied by bodyguards wherever she goes, thanks to Megxit. The cameras will be present, but Markle is astute. She knows how to tread lightly when necessary, and she doesn’t want Archie to become entangled in the chaos.
Meghan Finally Has Her Privacy Back
She Could Take Pics With Fans Again
“Crown doesn’t let me.” That’s what Meghan Markle told fans when they asked her to pose for a photo. As a Hollywood star, Markle was used to taking selfies with others before becoming a royal. Now that she isn’t bound by the “Crown’s” ruling, anyone who gets the chance to photograph Markle can do so. We’re not sure if that’s something to get excited about or something to make us want to stay inside more!
She Could Take Pics With Fans Again
She Can Walk Side By Side With Harry Now
Markle must always walk behind Harry, according to a “Royal Boot Camp” rule. We’re happy for Markle that she doesn’t have to follow that rule anymore, mainly since it probably dates back to a time when women had few if any rights. “In tradition, a gentleman tends to walk a few steps in front to protect the lady,” according to one explanation. That’s one less thing to be concerned about now!
She Can Walk Side By Side With Harry Now
She Can Express Her Political Views Again
When it comes to expressing her thoughts, Markle is fearless. She made proud feminist remarks on camera even as a child, which is something that not every 11-year-old would do. She had to keep her mouth shut about topics like that and other political matters after she got married. That’s not a lot of fun. Those days are long gone, and we could get a healthy dose of Markle’s thoughts on any topic at any time.
She Can Express Her Political Views Again
Garlic Is Back On The Table
We’re pretty sure the Queen isn’t a vampire, but we’re not sure. She has another bizarre rule that involves bad breath, similar to the Monopoly ruling. Yes, even when you’re not at home, Queen Elizabeth forbids the consumption of onions and garlic. We can’t imagine what that was like for Markle, as those are essential ingredients in many dishes. Garlic-filled Filipino chicken adobo with brown rice and salad is one of her favorite dishes, so it’s back on the menu.
Garlic Is Back On The Table
A Rule About Wearing Tiaras
Listen, we’re not the ones who make the rules; we’re just the ones who report on them. Tiaras are only allowed to be worn after 6:00 p.m., according to a rule. Why is the time so arbitrary? We don’t know about that, and we’re pretty sure Markle didn’t care for it. She couldn’t use hairspray with a tiara on her head because it would damage the precious diamonds. Markle doesn’t strike us as the type to wear a tiara in the first place.
A Rule About Wearing Tiaras
She Can Go To Bed Anytime Now
Why didn’t she have the option of sleeping whenever she pleased before? The Queen, it turns out, decides when it’s safe for everyone to sleep, and it’s not as early as you might think. Queen Elizabeth prefers to stay up until at least 10 p.m., but no later than midnight. This rule stems from the fact that she must always have someone to talk to. Diana would occasionally deviate from the tradition in order to rest.
She Can Go To Bed Anytime Now
Her Clothing Isn’t Restricted Anymore
Being a royal entails a complete transformation of one’s life, which includes paying close attention to the clothes one wears. Markle had to stay away from certain colors and favor certain brands. Imagine Harry telling her she wasn’t allowed to wear something she really wanted to wear somewhere. Markle, like Diana, had moments when she defied fashion rules. Wearing trousers to special events isn’t “becoming,” but Markle did it anyway. She can now wear whatever she wants.
Her Clothing Isn’t Restricted Anymore
Another Bizarre Rule In The Royal Family
Nothing surprises us now that we’ve learned about the garlic rule, and it shouldn’t surprise you either. Another strange rule for the family’s women is that they can no longer wear cork shoes. For whatever reason, the queen does not approve of them. What’s the harm in wearing them, whether Markle liked them or not? Whatever the case may be, Markle no longer has to be concerned. She can now wear any color she wants, as well as wedges if she prefers.
Another Bizarre Rule In The Royal Family