Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's recent trip to Nigeria and their efforts to boost their public image could see them being viewed as 'the more stylish version of William and Kate'.
11.05.2024 - 23:31 / glamour.com
wore on her second day in Nigeria.
It's that she makes being this chic look too easy.On May 11, attended a volleyball match at a local charity.
Harry wore an Invictus Games-branded polo.
Meghan, on the other hand, opted for a breezy sundress, with an abstract leaf-pattern print, a decorative cutout at the bust, and a center slit.
The dress's finishing touch are the woven spaghetti straps adorned with tassel details at the back.The duchess has been wearing a lot of gold statement jewelry on this trip, and this ensemble is no exception.
She accessorized the tropical dress with a few gold bangles and oversized medallion earrings.
Instead of heels, she wore practical, strappy black sandals, and wore her hair in a low ponytail.On the previous day, which might be interpreted as a subtle message to her royal in-laws back in the U.K.
Especially when you factor in the gold choker necklace she wore, which was reminiscent of Princess Diana's jewelry.
But if Meghan Markle's sundress also included a coded message for the royal family, it must have gone over my head.As part of her Nigerian visit, Meghan took part in a panel discussion for women in leadership, per , telling the crowd, “It has been a whirlwind 24 hours since we arrived, and I very quickly got the memo that I need to wear more color, so I can fit in with all of you and your incredible fashion!” She continued, “I am very overwhelmed.
So I want to start by saying thank you very much for just how gracious you've all been in welcoming my husband and I to this country…my country.”By signing up you agree to our (including the ), our and to receive marketing and account-related emails from Glamour.
You can unsubscribe at any time.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's recent trip to Nigeria and their efforts to boost their public image could see them being viewed as 'the more stylish version of William and Kate'.
Meghan Markle's comparison to the late Princess Diana has been slammed as "beyond tasteless and offensive" by Prince William, according to a source.
Prince Harry is "entirely in the shadow" of Meghan Markle as she "steals the limelight", according to an expert.The Sussexes recently embarked on a high-profile trip to Nigeria where Meghan in particular looked striking in an array of dazzling outfits and spoke publicly about discovering her Nigeria heritage. It was the couple's first overseas tour since sensationally quitting as working royals and it led to speculation that Harry appeared pushed out and worried amid his wife's star performance.
A Royal expert has suggested that despite the Royal Family's potential reservations, they may not have the power to halt Prince Harry and Meghan Markle from undertaking further unofficial overseas tours.
Meghan Markle has raised eyebrows after it was claimed she had donned a necklace previously worn by the late Princess Diana during a recent event in Nigeria. After the Duchess of Sussex wore the necklace, it was reported that she had done so as a tribute to her late mother-in-law.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's decision to leave the Royal Family has topped a poll as Britain's Biggest Betrayal, according to a shocking new survey.
Meghan Markle turned heads with a sparkling new addition to her jewellery collection during her and Prince Harry's trip to Nigeria, believed to be from Princess Diana's trove.
Meghan Markle has charmed supporters during her recent jaunt to Nigeria with Prince Harry, despite the duo no longer being active members of the Royal Family.
A Royal expert and a psychology specialist suggested that Prince Harry may be comfortable living "in Meghan Markle's shadow."
three-day tour of Nigeria with husband Prince Harry.The Duke and Duchess of Sussex returned home last week with over 20 presents from their trip — with gifts ranging from artwork and clothing, to jewelry and literature.“It was such warm hospitality and it was a really meaningful trip,” the “Suits” alum, 42, told People.“It was incredibly memorable and special. That alone is the best souvenir to take with us — all the memories we’ve made,” added Markle, who referred to Nigeria as “my country” during her visit.Since the pair are no longer senior working members of the royal family, they were allowed to accept the many gifts they were given during their brief visit to the West African country.The Sussexes, who quit royal life in 2020, were invited to Nigeria by the country’s chief of defense staff — its highest-ranking military official.Elsewhere, Harry told the outlet that the trip was important for the couple and for the Invictus Games as a whole.“Always nice to be on the move, in a sense, but also these trips are about us being able to go out and go and focus on the things that mean so much to us and support the causes that are close to our heart,” he said.
Meghan Markle was seen taking the lead from a seemingly 'slumped' Prince Harry as they touched down in Los Angeles amid a swirl of controversy surrounding their charity The Archwell Foundation.The Duke and Duchess of Sussex were returning from the African country Nigeria after visiting to promote the Invictus Games and were snapped arriving in LA after a reported 'excruciating' 18-hour travel day. Their return comes amid the recent controversy circulating their charity which was accused of being behind on paying some legal fees.
Prince William is said to be 'absolutely furious' with his estranged brother Prince Harry and Meghan Markle amid their Nigerian tour, which is being dubbed an 'unofficial royal tour'.The Duke and Duchess of Sussex visited the African country to promote the Invictus Games but they've come under fire. According to a royal expert, both Prince William and King Charles aren't happy with the couple amid the 'unofficial' tour and believe the trip is a "bold statement" that show the pair, who controversially decided to step back from their royal duties in 2020, "refuse to accept they're no longer working royals." Royal expert Tom Quinn told The Mirror: "William is absolutely furious and determined to find a way to stop this happening in future.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have touched down in Los Angeles after a whirlwind 72-hour tour of Nigeria, where they attended various charity events, delivered a powerful speech on mental health, and met with injured servicemen and key figures.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are continuing their trip across Nigeria!
Meghan Markle joined Director General of the World Trade Organization, Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, to speak at a Women in Leadership event on Saturday in Nigeria. The Duchess of Sussex told the audience she "loves being a mum" as she shared details of her two young children, Archie, 5, and Lilibet, 2. However, she explained how in the past she'd been told she wouldn't cope with balancing motherhood and a career.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were all smiles as they attended a volleyball event during their tour of Nigeria. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex were seen at the match, part of their whirlwind 72-hour visit to the country, where they warmly greeted onlookers and graciously accepted gifts.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are continuing their three-day trip to Nigeria as they attended a sitting volleyball match and were mobbed by fans.The visit – which has been dubbed a 'mini royal tour' – is part of Harry's Invictus Games project and he delighted onlookers when he took part in a game. Unfortunately for Prince Harry, his Nigeria Unconquered team ended up losing 21-25 to the Chief of Defence staff squad with all the players being wounded military personnel.The engagements in Nigeria come after Prince Harry made a fleeting return to London earlier this week to celebrate the 10 year anniversary of the Invictus Games during a service at St Paul's Cathedral.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's three-day trip to Nigeria began on Thursday, May 9 and saw them meet military officials, speak about mental health and promote the Invictus Games. While the pair stepped back from their senior royal roles in 2020, their visit to the west African nation was dubbed a 'mini royal tour' – a reference which a leading royal expert points out will not have "pleased" King Charles or the Prince of Wales.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were left waiting at Heathrow Airport recently after their British Airways pilot fell sick just before jetting the pair off for their three-day visit to Nigeria.The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have touched down in the West African nation for their quick tour, following Harry's recent trip to London to mark the 10th anniversary of the Invictus Games. Meghan did not join Harry at the service at St Paul's Cathedral and instead flew solo from their LA home base to Heathrow, where she was reunited with him in the airport's exclusive Windsor Suite.They hopped on an overnight flight to Abuja, Nigeria's capital, but not without a bit of difficult start.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have started their three-day visit to Nigeria. Harry and Meghan arrived in the west African country today, Friday 10 May, on the invitation of the chief of defence staff.The couple have been pictured during a visit to children at the Lights Academy in Abuja, with the pair seen beaming and smiling. Harry will later meet injured service members at a military hospital.They will also attend a training session for charity organisation Nigeria: Unconquered, which collaborates with the Invictus Games, as well as a reception where military families will be honoured.