The echoes of Princess Diana and her sister-in-law Meghan Markle were unmistakable, as both of them had made similar style statements during their public engagements. Princess Catherine, for instance, wowed spectators when she donned a fitted white Alexander McQueen suit for the Rugby World Cup match between England and Argentina in September. She rekindled this outfit's charm at the Commonwealth Games in July 2022 and the unveiling of the national Windrush monument at Waterloo Station while accompanying Prince William on their royal tour of the Caribbean.
Princess Leonor's choice of attire seemed to subtly address some of the criticism Meghan Markle has faced for her fashion selections. Meghan, on certain occasions, has been scrutinized for her attire, which has been deemed ill-fitting and sometimes inappropriate for the events she attends. Critics have suggested that her outfits could benefit from better tailoring, and a change in her stylist might be warranted.
Meghan Markle's initial expectations of her life as a full-time Duchess were reportedly quite different from the realities she encountered. She had envisioned residing in Windsor Castle, but Queen Elizabeth presented Frogmore Cottage as their residence instead. Despite Meghan's initial disappointment, Lady Elizabeth, a royal acquaintance, saw this as a generous gesture on the part of Her Majesty. Frogmore Cottage, nestled in the gardens adjacent to the Queen's entrance, offered solitude and privacy, making it a significant and thoughtful gift. However, the Sussexes' later public comments indicated their unhappiness with their former royal residence, Kensington Palace, and their struggles to adjust to the royal protocol.
Lady Glenconner, a childhood friend of Queen Elizabeth, viewed Meghan as somewhat naive, suggesting that she might not have fully grasped the expectations placed upon her in her royal role. Glenconner noted during a podcast interview that Meghan might have initially approached her role as a royal as if it were akin to being an actress, indicating a lack of understanding of the intricacies and expectations associated with royal life.
