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Beatrice and Eugenie’s Path to Royal Duties Hindered by Support for Harry and Meghan
Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie may find their prospects of assuming more significant roles within the royal family hampered due to their unwavering support for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, according to an expert's analysis.
The daughters of Prince Andrew were in attendance alongside their cousin Prince William at a ceremony held in the gardens of Buckingham Palace.
Despite the inclement weather, approximately 8,000 guests were invited to acknowledge the contributions of volunteers, military personnel, and members of the public, with senior royals engaging with the attendees.
Insiders from the royal circle disclosed that Prince William personally extended invitations to other young royals, including Beatrice, Eugenie, Zara, and Mike Tindall, as well as Peter Phillips, to join him for the event.
However, notable absentees were King Charles and Queen Camilla, who had hosted previous garden parties this year.
Rebecca English, the Royal Correspondent for the Daily Mail, highlighted in her column the pride shown by William's relatives in supporting him at the gathering.
She emphasized the presence of Beatrice and Eugenie as a testament to the amicable relationship between the Prince of Wales and his cousins.
English delved into the historical warmth shared among the family members, tracing it back to idyllic summers at Balmoral and festive seasons at Sandringham, which now manifests through modern means like shared family WhatsApp groups.
Observers noted the ease with which Eugenie and Beatrice interacted with guests during the festivities, reflecting positively on the evolving dynamics within the monarchy.
Their fashion choices also garnered attention, with Eugenie donning a white satin dress paired with a floral headpiece, while Beatrice opted for a striking £750 bulla dress in crimson, accessorized with a patterned headband.
English suggested that there could be opportunities for Beatrice and Eugenie to advance within the royal framework, aligning with their father Andrew's aspirations for them.
However, she cautioned that despite potential increases in royal connections, the sisters might not transition to full-time royal duties due to their existing professional commitments and familial responsibilities.
Beatrice is employed at a US technology firm Affinity, whereas Eugenie holds a managerial role at the Art Gallery Hauser & Wirth, in addition to their involvement in philanthropic ventures.
The prospect of granting more permanent roles to support working royals to individuals like Peter Phillips and Zara Tindall was deemed unlikely, given the prevailing unease within Buckingham Palace.
These potential shifts could inadvertently play into the favor of Harry and Meghan, as per the observations made.
The event not only sparked discussions on the monarchy's evolving landscape but also injected a sense of rejuvenation through the active participation of younger royals.
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