Harry’s Embarrassment Over Ikea Furniture Revealed After Visit to Cambridge’s Apartment 1A

Prince Harry recently shared an amusing anecdote about his visit to the Kensington Palace apartment of Prince William and Princess Catherine, also known as the Cambridge's.

In comparison to their own abode, Harry described the Cambridge's apartment as a grand mansion, filled with exquisite wallpaper, ornate ceiling trim, and walnut bookshelves adorned with beautiful artwork.

He likened the experience to walking through a museum.

During their visit, Harry and Meghan couldn't help but feel slightly embarrassed about their own furniture choices, particularly their Ikea lamps and second-hand sofa purchased with Meghan's credit card from sofa.com.

Little did they know that this innocent admission would soon become a global joke, with even Ikea Germany joining in on the fun.

Ikea, known for its popularity among millennials, took to Instagram to post a playful advertisement referencing the ongoing feud between Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, and the rest of the royal family.

The advert cleverly targeted the couple, capitalizing on their current situation.

It was posted just a day after the Sussexes announced their decision to step back as senior members of the royal family.

The advertisement promoted cardboard moving boxes, priced at €3.50, hinting at the couple's rumored move to Canada or the US.

The post resonated with the public, amassing an impressive 46,000 likes.

However, the humor didn't stop there.

After Harry's book release, Ikea once again seized the opportunity to poke fun at the prince.

This time, the advertisement read, “Hey Prince Harry, you can't choose your family, this one does.”

The message was clear, and many mothers were quick to criticize Harry for his apparent surprise at having to purchase furniture from Ikea.

Mumsnet users, a popular online forum, labeled Harry's comment as “Beyond Belief” and accused him of bitterness.

One user questioned the validity of his statement, pointing out that Nottingham Cottage, their previous residence, could have easily been furnished with items from Harrods or John Lewis.

They also reminded Harry of the substantial amount of taxpayers' money spent on renovating the cottage, which he later had to repay when they relocated to the US.

The backlash continued, with users expressing their disbelief that Harry would complain about having to furnish a free house.

Some even suggested that he should spend time in a third-world country volunteering to gain perspective on his entitlement.

The criticism painted Harry as a bitter and small-minded individual, always finding something to complain about.

In the end, Harry's innocent remark about feeling embarrassed by his Ikea furniture turned into a humorous saga, with Ikea playing along and the public expressing their opinions.

It serves as a reminder that even members of the royal family are not exempt from the occasional embarrassment and criticism.