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Painful Slap for Harry and Meghan: Beatrice’s Baby to Christen in Windsor Soon While Lilibet Banned
Princess Beatrice's baby, Sienna Elizabeth Maupelli Mozzi, is set to have a christening in Windsor before Harry and Meghan's daughter, Lilibet.
Princess Beatrice, 33, and Edoardo Maupelli Mozzi, 38, tied the knot in 2020 in a COVID-19 safe ceremony at the Royal Chapel of All Saints at Royal Lodge, Windsor.
The couple welcomed their first child, Sienna, on September 18.
Being the Queen's great-granddaughter, Sienna is entitled to a royal christening, following the tradition of other royal family members.
In line with the royal family's custom of christening their babies at a young age, Sienna may be christened before Lilibet, who resides in the US.
The ceremony is likely to take place in Windsor, either at St. George's Chapel or Windsor Castle, as per tradition.
However, there are reports suggesting that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle also desire a Windsor christening for Lilibet, who was born in June.
Yet, a tabloid claims that the Queen is under pressure not to allow her great-granddaughter to be christened at Windsor Castle.
According to Life and Style, Prince Harry and Meghan plan to christen Lilibet at Windsor Castle, similar to their son Archie's christening.
An inside source explains that despite his love for Meghan and commitment to his new life and family, Harry still considers himself a Brit at heart.
He does not want Lilibet to be the only royal in history to be christened outside the UK.
However, the tabloid asserts that Queen Elizabeth is facing pressure to deny Lilibet a royal christening.
The insider reveals that Harry and Meghan are as unpopular in England as Prince Andrew is currently, and the Queen realizes she must prioritize the people's sentiments.
The source adds that although she adores Harry and has allowed him to get away with a lot, it appears that he and Meghan are in for a rude awakening.
Princess Beatrice and Edoardo's decision to christen Sienna follows the footsteps of Prince William and Kate Middleton, who christened their children Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis.
Prince George was christened at three months old, while Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis were christened at two and three months old, respectively.
Traditionally, royal babies wear a Honiton lace christening gown, which has been a family heirloom since it was made for Queen Victoria's daughter in 1841.
Members of the royal family, including the Queen, Prince Charles, and Prince William, have worn this special gown.
However, due to its delicate condition, the Queen commissioned an exact replica to replace the original robe.
The new gown has since been worn by the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's children, Archie Harrison, and James, Viscount Severn.
Sienna's christening ceremony holds sentimental value as her middle name, Elizabeth, pays tribute to the Queen.
Many great-granddaughters within the royal family have chosen Elizabeth as a middle name over the years.
Additionally, Sienna's first name, according to a magazine source, honors her grandmother Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, and reflects the golden rust color shared by both Sarah and Beatrice.
Siena is also a type of earth pigment used in painting, typically a reddish-brown or yellowish-brown color.
It is worth noting that the choice of an Italian name that starts with ‘S' not only honors Sarah but also celebrates Eduardo's Italian noble family, the Maupelli-Mozzis.
Princess Beatrice gained a new title upon her marriage, and while Sienna does not hold a royal title, she is part of this distinguished Italian family.
In conclusion, Princess Beatrice and Edoardo are preparing for Sienna's christening in Windsor, potentially preceding the christening of Harry and Meghan's daughter, Lilibet.
The couple follows the longstanding tradition of christening royal babies at a young age.
Sienna's christening ceremony is expected to take place in Windsor, adhering to the customs observed by other members of the royal family.
The choice of Sienna's name pays tribute to both the Queen and her grandmother, Sarah Ferguson, while also embracing the Italian heritage of the Maupelli-Mozzi family.
