The Controversial Choices of Meghan Markle's Royal Wedding: Queen Elizabeth's Disapproval Unveiled
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's highly anticipated wedding in 2018 caused a stir within the royal family. Despite the grandeur of the event, it was revealed that the late Queen Elizabeth was not pleased with some of the choices made by the Duchess of Sussex on her special day. Meghan Markle, adorned in a stunning gown and veil by Clare Waight Keller for Givenchy, incorporated elements representing all 53 Commonwealth countries in her attire, a decision that did not sit well with the Queen.
Royal editor Russell Myers shed light on the Queen's disapproval of Meghan Markle's wedding dress, particularly her choice to wear a veil. The Queen reportedly disagreed with this decision, given Markle's status as a divorcee. This departure from tradition did not align with the Queen's expectations, as even other royal family members like Queen Camilla and Princess Anne opted against veils and traditional white gowns due to their previous marriages.
Despite the Queen's reservations, Meghan Markle's veil was designed to symbolize unity with the Commonwealth countries, a sentiment that was emphasized by Kensington Palace in a statement. The intricate floral composition of the veil was meant to represent the distinctive flora of each Commonwealth nation, underscoring the Duchess's desire to incorporate these nations into her wedding ceremony.
In addition to the veil controversy, the late Queen Elizabeth was reportedly displeased with Prince Harry's decision to have the Archbishop of Canterbury officiate the ceremony at St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, instead of the Dean of Windsor, as per tradition. This deviation from protocol further added to the tensions surrounding the royal wedding.