We have been eagerly awaiting Harry and Meghan's public debut in the UK, so as you can imagine it was delightful to see Meghan cheering on her prince at the polo this evening. Prince Harry travelled to Canada to spend Easter with his girlfriend, and now Meghan is in England making a very public show of support!
This will have been something which was carefully considered; polo appearances have been a staple when it comes to seeing royal couples together pre-engagement - photos of the Duchess of Cambridge at William's polo matches provided some of the best photos we saw before 2010. Prince Harry's first serious love, Chelsy Davy, was a regular on the polo scene during their relationship. Meghan looked proud as she clapped and cheered, and she chatted to other spectators.
This will have been something which was carefully considered; polo appearances have been a staple when it comes to seeing royal couples together pre-engagement - photos of the Duchess of Cambridge at William's polo matches provided some of the best photos we saw before 2010. Prince Harry's first serious love, Chelsy Davy, was a regular on the polo scene during their relationship. Meghan looked proud as she clapped and cheered, and she chatted to other spectators.
The expression on Meghan's face in this photo perfectly sums up her excitement :)
The Telegraph reports:
The Telegraph reports:
'If ever proof was needed that Miss Markle is here to stay, then her decision to attend the polo, a sport so dear to the heart of Prince Harry, is it.
This was the first time that Prince Harry and Miss Markle have been present at a public event together, the couple having previously been keen to avoid the cameras. Miss Markle’s appearance in the Royal box at Coworth Park, near Ascot in Berkshire, will inevitably spark further and excited speculation that the couple will one day wed - and possibly soon.'
Prince Harry participated in the Audi Polo Challenge at Coworth Polo Park in Ascot, Berkshire.
Proceeds from the match go to two charities very close to his heart, Sentebale and WellChild. Of course, Harry's work with the latter organisation has garnered quite a few headlines this week. At the WellChild awards last October, Harry met a very special little boy, Ollie Carroll, who received the Inspirational Child Award. Harry was reunited with Ollie at Great Ormond Street Hospital where he spent an hour "making memories" with the terminally ill boy who suffers from Batten disease, which has led to him lose the ability to speak and walk. Ollie's mother Lucy described the private visit as"truly magical" and said a "bond was made". Polo matches William and Harry have participated in over the past decade have seen £10 million donated to organisations.
The couple are set to attend Pippa Middleton and James Matthew's wedding in Bucklebury on 20 May. It has been widely speculated Meghan will not be present at the ceremony - instead attending the reception. One royal watcher told the Telegraph: "This polo trip might just take a bit of the heat out of Meghan’s appearance at Pippa’s wedding."
A smiling Prince Harry poses for a photo with actor Matt Smith, who is becoming best known for playing Prince Philip in The Crown.
Write Royalty on Twitter made a very interesting observation on the man standing next to Meghan, who is actually Mark Dyer, long described as one of the most influential figures in Harry's life and often dubbed "a second father". Captain Dyer, a former Welsh Guards officer, worked as an equerry for Prince Charles in the '90s. He regularly drove to Eton to take William out for lunch and advised Harry about Sandhurst. Mark founded the management company MDM Bars and Pubs in 2009 and runs two public houses, the Sand’s End and the Brown Cow, in south-west London, both frequented by Prince Harry. When Mark married Amanda Kline, a Texan heiress, in 2010, Harry was an usher. Penny Juror once said Mark made such an impact because "he brought a touch of normality and simplicity". Harry and Mark remain incredibly close to this day and I think it very telling indeed Harry wanted Mark by Meghan's side today.
Meghan, who is on a break from filming Suits, looked effortlessly chic in a crisp white blazer and a navy midi dress.
The navy Antonio Berardi Double Breasted Sleeveless Dress (with thanks to the talented Laura). The $2965 dress features distinctive button detailing, high-low detail, a roundneck, faux flap pockets and back zip closure. It's available in limited sizing at Saks Fifth Avenue reduced to $1617.
Net-A-Porter stocks the dress in pink and describes it as "Antonio Berardi's Spring '17 collection is awash with saccharine shades. Tailored from fuchsia stretch-cady, this dress is peppered with masculine touches - the double-breasted front is a nod to classic suiting. It falls to an asymmetric hem that moves beautifully with each step".
Meghan also wore the Aritzia Babaton Keith Jacket (another brilliant ID by Meghan's Mirror). It is described as "This take on the tailored blazer does away with a standard collar and plays with architectural tailoring. The Japanese basketweave fabric is textural and fluid, emphasizing the weighted drape." It retails for $195.
Meghan carried a polka dot clutch.
Hopefully this is the first of many polo appearances for Meghan :)
A special thank you to the wonderful James Whatling for his work today. This will potentially be a very memorable day in time to come.
Meghan, who is on a break from filming Suits, looked effortlessly chic in a crisp white blazer and a navy midi dress.
The navy Antonio Berardi Double Breasted Sleeveless Dress (with thanks to the talented Laura). The $2965 dress features distinctive button detailing, high-low detail, a roundneck, faux flap pockets and back zip closure. It's available in limited sizing at Saks Fifth Avenue reduced to $1617.
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| Saks |
Net-A-Porter stocks the dress in pink and describes it as "Antonio Berardi's Spring '17 collection is awash with saccharine shades. Tailored from fuchsia stretch-cady, this dress is peppered with masculine touches - the double-breasted front is a nod to classic suiting. It falls to an asymmetric hem that moves beautifully with each step".
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| Net-A-Porter |
Meghan also wore the Aritzia Babaton Keith Jacket (another brilliant ID by Meghan's Mirror). It is described as "This take on the tailored blazer does away with a standard collar and plays with architectural tailoring. The Japanese basketweave fabric is textural and fluid, emphasizing the weighted drape." It retails for $195.
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| Aritzia |
Hopefully this is the first of many polo appearances for Meghan :)
A special thank you to the wonderful James Whatling for his work today. This will potentially be a very memorable day in time to come.
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