While the British Fashion Awards were in full swing, attended by elite A-list celebrities, Meghan Markle opted for a more relaxed activity.
The Duchess of Sussex was seen taking leisurely walks with her beloved agency, BackRed, in a nondescript car park in Santa Barbara, California.
Unaffected by the ongoing controversy surrounding the royal family in England, Meghan appeared carefree and content.
Sporting a casual ensemble consisting of black leggings, a black long-sleeve t-shirt, and a green baseball cap, Meghan completed her look with a pair of $100 New Balance 327 sneakers and stylish crew sunglasses retailing for approximately $400.
Despite not wearing a bra, Meghan managed to draw attention to herself, sparking criticism from some who interpreted her actions as a deliberate attempt to shift the focus.
Notably, Meghan’s choice of a worn-out green ball cap and the parking lot backdrop created a stark contrast to Princess Kate’s imminent tiara moment, where she would be mingling with international power players.
Social media quickly erupted with criticism, accusing Meghan of seeking attention by not wearing her engagement ring and instead proudly displaying a pinky ring, Diana’s tank, and Trevor’s love gift, the Cartier bracelet.
The spectacle unfolded on a picturesque California beachfront, thousands of miles away from the ongoing royal turmoil triggered by the release of her allies’ book.
Meghan’s actions also brought to light recent claims from a source stating that she believed she had more right to speak than Catherine, the Princess of Wales.
Allegedly, Meghan found it difficult to accept the higher royal status of the Prince and Princess of Wales within the palace hierarchy.
This discomfort was expressed during the Royal Foundation Forum in February 2018.
The tension between the Fab Four was palpable, with Meghan considering herself a self-made philanthropist who could teach the royals about charity.
Netizens swiftly responded to these alleged remarks, with some pointing out that being self-made and self-centered are two distinct concepts.
Others questioned Meghan’s self-made status, citing her connections and her husband’s title as contributing factors to her current position.
The prevailing sentiment was that Meghan, arriving six years after Catherine, holds a secondary position in the hierarchy, leading some to speculate that she may be jealous of Princess Catherine.
Meanwhile, King Charles, Prince William, Kate Middleton, and Queen Camilla have sent a powerful message to Meghan Markle and Prince Harry, emphasizing the unity among the royals amid the racial controversy sparked by the release of Omid Scobie’s book, “Endgame.”
The monarch, Camilla, William, and Kate publicly reunited for the first time since the book’s release at the annual diplomatic reception held at Buckingham Palace.
The event saw around 500 members of the diplomatic corps invited for drinks in the palace’s state rooms.
Later, the palace shared a heartwarming photo on social media, featuring the King, Queen, and the Prince and Princess of Wales.
The caption read, “This evening, the King and Queen, accompanied by the Prince and Princess of Wales, welcomed the world’s ambassadors to Buckingham Palace.