The Microscope Isn’t About Etiquette. It’s About Control

The text critiques the obsessive scrutiny of public women, highlighting how subjective interpretations of their behavior often manifest as moral judgment and dehumanization. It emphasizes that such fixation reflects societal power dynamics, particularly against women of color, and showcases how commentary masquerades as expertise while revealing deeper discomfort with female autonomy and visibility. Continue reading The Microscope Isn’t About Etiquette. It’s About Control

Why Reconciliation Impossible in the Meghan–Kate Discourse

First, the excerpted passage shared frames January 2020 as a moment of institutional asymmetry. Kensington Palace is depicted as acting urgently to protect Prince William from an “offensive” report, while Meghan’s contemporaneous request for reputational correction is described as ignored on the grounds that Catherine should not be drawn into “idle gossip.” That framing matters because it establishes a hierarchy of whose reputation is systemically … Continue reading Why Reconciliation Impossible in the Meghan–Kate Discourse

The 2018 Fiji Royal Tour

The article critiques how Daily Mail misrepresents Meghan Markle’s body language during a 2018 tour, framing normal couple behavior as negative. It emphasizes hindsight manipulation, pseudoscientific analysis, and double standards to perpetuate a negative narrative about her. The genuine context of her pregnancy and successful tour is overlooked for sensationalism. Continue reading The 2018 Fiji Royal Tour

Why Harry and Meghan Must Never Return to the UK

The British tabloid narrative surrounding “Project Thaw” and the Sussexes’ potential return to the UK is flawed. Harry and Meghan’s past experiences highlight ongoing media hostility and institutional racism. They have built fulfilling lives away from the toxic royal system, thriving independently while protecting their children from similar trauma. Continue reading Why Harry and Meghan Must Never Return to the UK

Why the “Etiquette” Critique of Meghan’s Holiday Special Misses the Point

The Daily Mail’s critique of Meghan’s holiday special misuses etiquette as a proxy for an aesthetic and class-based judgment. It equates informality with a lack of elegance, framing personal expressions and decor choices as failures of hosting. This critique, inherently subjective, turns cultural differences in style into moral shortcomings, undermining the true essence of etiquette. Continue reading Why the “Etiquette” Critique of Meghan’s Holiday Special Misses the Point

The Tabloid That Flew Across an Ocean to Mock Jam

They’re Not Reviewing the Jam, They’re Punishing the Woman Jan Moir frames her visit to Meghan Markle’s “As Ever” pop-up as consumer protection—a public service warning against overpriced jam. What it actually reveals is a British tabloid still fixated on a woman who left royal life five years ago and is now doing precisely what critics claimed to want: working independently, earning her own money, … Continue reading The Tabloid That Flew Across an Ocean to Mock Jam

Meghan does not need Kate’s anything and most definitely did not steal Kate’s Fashion Contacts

When Meghan Markle entered the royal fold, the press called her a breath of fresh air. But inside palace walls, that freshness was treated as a threat. Few anecdotes reveal that dynamic more vividly than the claim, written in Prince Harry’s memoir Spare, that Kate Middleton believed Meghan was trying to steal her fashion contacts. The comment became a cultural flashpoint because it exposed the … Continue reading Meghan does not need Kate’s anything and most definitely did not steal Kate’s Fashion Contacts

Queen Camilla refuses forgiveness, but is Harry really to blame?

The latest reports from palace insiders claim that Queen Camilla will not “forgive easily” after Prince Harry’s memoir, Spare, labeled her as “dangerous” and “the villain.” But step back for a moment: who really holds the moral weight here? Is it Harry, who told his truth, or Camilla, who has spent decades reshaping her public image at the expense of others? Harry has been clear … Continue reading Queen Camilla refuses forgiveness, but is Harry really to blame?

From Lip Gloss to Hormones: The Comments That Broke Royal Relations

The content highlights two misunderstandings between Meghan Markle and Kate Middleton stemming from cultural differences. The “Lip Gloss Incident” involved Meghan borrowing Kate’s lip gloss, which Kate found uncomfortable. In another incident, Meghan’s “baby brain” comment upset Kate, leading to tension. These events reflect the communication challenges during the 2018 royal wedding. Continue reading From Lip Gloss to Hormones: The Comments That Broke Royal Relations

No, She Didn’t ‘Hate the Rules’—She Noticed They Didn’t Apply Equally

The narrative portraying Meghan Markle as having unrealistic expectations of royal life overlooks significant institutional flaws. Her concerns about inadequate housing are legitimate, highlighting disparities compared to other royals. Media framing often transforms her advocacy into a personal failing, obscuring the need for institutional modernization and support for working royal families. Continue reading No, She Didn’t ‘Hate the Rules’—She Noticed They Didn’t Apply Equally