The British rendition of the renowned Met Gala is scheduled for next month, and it boasts a guest list that reads like a who's who of the fashion and celebrity worlds. Among the notable attendees are iconic figures such as Kate Moss, Cara Delevingne, and Princess Eugenie.
Anna Wintour, the formidable Vogue boss known for considering New York's annual Met Gala her baby, is expected to grace the Vogue World Event at the Royal Opera House in Covent Garden on September 14th. Wintour is fervently hoping that the London event will captivate headlines just as its New York counterpart does.
A reliable source has hinted that celebrities from around the globe will converge, and their outfits are promised to be nothing short of spectacular.
The UK event, overseen by the BAFTA-winning film director Stephen Daldry, has been described as a celebration of the British performing arts. It will feature a performance by rapper Stormzy, marking the launch of London Fashion Week, and is anticipated to raise millions for esteemed organizations including the National Theatre, the Royal Opera House, and the Royal Ballet.
However, it's clear that if Anna Wintour harbors any ill feelings toward Megan, the Duchess of Sussex, she won't be extending an invitation to this event. Speculations have been circulating that Meghan Markle won't secure a Vogue cover or an invite to the Met Gala anytime soon. Indeed, Meghan Markle was conspicuously absent from this year's Met Gala.
In a conversation with the Express, Kinsey Schofield discussed Meghan's notable absence from the fashion extravaganza. Schofield speculated that Anna Wintour might be refraining from inviting Meghan, given her deep admiration for the monarchy, to prevent her presence from overshadowing King Charles's coronation.
"I don't know if Meghan would be invited to the Met Gala at this point," Schofield mused. "The Sussex brand has turned quite toxic in the states for a number of reasons."
Schofield went on to explain that the Met Gala is regarded as an exclusive and enigmatic event for the elite, so secretive that celebrities often resort to taking surreptitious selfies in the bathroom. Discretion is a vital part of its allure. She added, "Not only would any focus beyond Harry and Meghan divert attention from the usual suspects, but celebrities also fear that any conversations they have with the couple might be shared."
Furthermore, the Sussexes' tendency to dwell on negative aspects of their experiences hasn't left a favorable impression on everyone, Schofield noted.
Expanding on Anna Wintour's love for the monarchy, Schofield emphasized that Wintour took pains to ensure that the event wouldn't distract from the momentous crowning ceremony of Britain's next monarch. "Anna Wintour has always held great admiration for Queen Elizabeth II and the monarchy," Schofield continued. "I don't think Vogue's Queen would want King Charles's coronation celebration to be disrupted by such a high-profile appearance."
As of now, Harry and Meghan have not received invitations to any events in Hollywood. They are seemingly eager to reclaim their narrative, but it might not unfold as they hope. In a recent interview, public relations expert Edward Coram James explained that the duo seems to grapple with the conflict of desiring a private life while also seeking attention.
"Often, when the narrative doesn't align with their desires, they attempt to wrestle control of it and insist on the perspective, storyline, or exposure that they want," Coram James noted. "But when the narrative suggests that you're an attention-seeker, there's really no way to counter that without inadvertently reinforcing it."
He concluded, "Actions speak louder than words, and if you want to persuade the world that you're not an attention-seeker, a very effective approach is to keep a low profile for an extended period. A counterproductive approach is to continue with high-profile publicity campaigns."
In essence, Harry and Meghan's desire to reshape their image may prove challenging, as their every move is closely scrutinized in the public eye.
