The Royal Tiara Rivalry: Meghan vs Catherine

It's no secret that being a member of the British royal family isn't all glitz and glamour.

However, there is one undeniable perk that lives up to every princess fantasy – the opportunity to wear the dazzling jewels reserved for those closest to the throne.

Among these coveted treasures are tiaras, which can be worn by any female royal, unlike crowns that are exclusively reserved for the reigning monarch and their consort.

Traditionally, women wear a tiara for the first time on their wedding day, after which they can don it whenever appropriate, such as black-tie dinners and other important events.

One royal who has shown a particular fondness for tiaras is Meghan Markle.

Sadly, it seems that she may never possess the most exquisite royal tiara.

During her time as queen, Her Majesty was often approached by Meghan, who pleaded for a chance to wear a tiara from the royal collection.

However, the queen declined, reserving the famous tiara for someone she believed deserved it more.

Little did she know that this decision would inadvertently spark a rivalry between Meghan and Catherine.

Catherine, the Princess of Wales, has seamlessly embraced her royal role to the point where it's difficult to imagine a time when she wasn't a member of the palace.

Rumor has it that King Charles III may soon bestow upon Kate the prestigious honor of becoming a councillor of state.

Furthermore, she looks absolutely regal when adorned with a tiara.

In November 2022, attendees of King Charles' first official state banquet were treated to the sight of Catherine wearing a tiara for the first time in three years.

The early months of the Covid-19 pandemic had prevented the late Queen Elizabeth from hosting her usual grand events, making this occasion even more special.

Catherine chose to wear the lover's knot tiara, an exquisite headpiece adorned with teardrop-shaped pearls hanging from diamond-lined bows.

Although she had previously worn the lover's knot tiara on several occasions, Catherine did not wear it on her own wedding day.

Instead, she opted for the Cartier halo tiara, a stunning piece that originally belonged to Queen Mary.

The lover's knot tiara holds personal significance for Wales, as it was initially crafted for William's great-great-grandmother, Queen Mary.

It was later passed down to Queen Elizabeth, who then gifted it to Princess Diana in 1981.

Diana adored the tiara and often wore it to state occasions.

Now, it appears that Diana's daughter-in-law is continuing the grand tradition.

According to Glamour, Kate has worn the lover's knot tiara a total of seven times between her wedding day and 2019.

This recent event marks the eighth time she has graced her head with this iconic piece.

Undoubtedly, Diana would have been thrilled to see her favorite tiara being worn by the future Queen Consort.

While Catherine dazzled in a tiara while receiving the President of South Africa, Meghan may be feeling a tinge of jealousy.

While Meghan attended the Ripple of Hope Awards, which failed to sell many tickets, Catherine donned the most beautiful attire and confidently hosted an important event.

Meghan may dream of wearing a tiara like Kate, but she has yet to touch one, and it seems unlikely that she ever will.

In conclusion, the royal tiara rivalry between Meghan and Catherine continues to captivate our attention.

As Catherine confidently embraces her role as a member of the royal family, Meghan can only watch from afar, longing for the chance to wear a tiara of her own.

Only time will tell if Meghan's dreams will ever come true, but for now, the tiara remains firmly out of her reach.