

Ever since Meghan Markle became a part of the royal family, fans and critics alike have pitted her against her British counterpart, Kate Middleton. With either woman being married to Prince Harry and Prince William, respectively, the public seem to be constantly curious about how each couple lives up to the high expectations set by Her Majesty, the Queen. However, every detail, no matter how big or small, has been magnified by the media. The following headlines show how the media has shed light on a variety of similar situations involving both Kate and Meghan and that somehow, they have still been portrayed completely differently. When Kate Was About to Give Birth… One example in which the media portrayed Kate and Meghan differently came prior to births of their children. Firstly, when Kate was just days away from giving birth to her third child, Louis, the Daily Mail wrote a touching story about her. According to the newspaper, Kate was spotted “placing a protective hand on her tummy as she exited [an] event.” However, the Daily Mail worded things very differently when Meghan was close to giving birth to Archie…

When Meghan Was About to Give Birth… While the Daily Mail only had nice things to say about Kate days before the arrival of Louis, things were very different when Meghan was heavily pregnant with Archie. The writer in question cynically described Meghan in the headline as potentially acting her way through the pregnancy, constantly touching her bump out of vanity. They even compared her cradling to the following: “those signs in the back of cars: Baby on Board. Virtue signaling.”

When Kate Ate an Avocado… Back in September 2017, Prince William was given an avocado by a boy whose mother had been through a tough pregnancy. He promised the kid that he’d take the green fruit, give it to Kate and hope for the best, before wishing him and his mother good luck. It seems like that avocado did no harm, as Louis had a healthy birth shortly after. Somehow though, the Express managed to put a completely different spin on things when Meghan ate an avocado…

When Meghan Ate an Avocado… Funnily enough, avocados were once again the talk of the town, but under very different circumstances. In January 2019, Meghan Markle simply prepared avocado on toast for a friend and somehow, this managed to become a headline. However, the Express ended up writing a commentary on the none-story, suggesting that the fruit is heavily linked to “water shortages, illegal deforestation, and all-round general environmental devastation.” Moreover, the headline connected avocados to “human rights abuse,” a sentiment that Meghan never saw coming.

When Kate Ditched the “Stiff Upper Lip…” There is a stereotype that members of the royal family are expected to remain unemotional and resolute during times of adversity. However, The Sun revealed that Prince William was determined to squash that stereotype. In support of his brother Harry, William reportedly “blasted the monarchy’s ‘stiff upper lip’ tradition.” Kate and William also want their children to be emotionally open. But when Harry and Meghan shared a similar statement on the matter, The Sun was ready to give their two cents…

When Meghan Ditched the “Stiff Upper Lip…” In a recent documentary, Harry and Meghan were surprisingly open about their feelings, going as far as claiming that they were “existing, not living.” Meghan also admitted that she was not doing so well, and thanked the interviewer for asking her, as not many people around her had been so supportive. In light of this, The Sun described the couple as having ditched the “British stiff upper lip.” However, the headline aimed at Meghan had much more cynical undertones.

When Kate Selected the Flowers… When the time arrived for Kate and William to tie the knot, she reportedly requested a “modest arrangement of simple, seasonal flowers.” Apparently, Kate purposefully selected lilac as it symbolizes the initial emotions of love. “The lily of the valley meaning a return of happiness, hyacinth standing for constancy, myrtle meaning love and the ivy, which represents fidelity,” the Express wrote. But irony reared its ugly head when it came time for Meghan to select the flowers at her wedding…

When Meghan Selected the Flowers… Although Kate happily selected Lily of the valley for her wedding, it turns out that this flower would backfire on her in dramatic fashion at Meghan’s wedding. According to the Express, Meghan selected flowers for the children’s crowns that are potentially lethal, including the Lily of the valley. Due to her bridesmaid’s young age, this flower was a dangerous thing to have on her head for any occasion. It’s not the flowers you choose, it’s who you choose them for.

When Kate’s Fashion Sense Was Critiqued… The Daily Mail decided to give a critique of Kate Middleton’s fashion sense and the verdict was resoundingly positive. The Duchess of Cambridge was referred to as “a woman in her prime” who is not just stylish but also has the ability to pull off every outfit she wears. According to Sarah Vine, Kate rocks “dazzling super-chic outfits to satisfy even the most exacting fashionista.” However, the Daily Mail had a very different take on Meghan Markle’s fashion sense…

When Meghan’s Fashion Sense Was Critiqued… Unlike Kate Middleton’s fashion assessment, Sarah Vine had much more negative feedback for Meghan Markle’s fashion sense. According to her, the Duchess of Sussex lacks the eye for royal tradition. She claims that it is not about moving with the times, but more to do with not compromising what makes the royal family what it is. “It has to resist the temptation to be buffeted bypassing cultural trends,” she wrote. The headline alluded to what many members of the British public expect.

When Kate Stepped Out With Unique Shoes… It seems that any fashion choice Kate has made over the last few years, the media has been on board with. When Kate Middleton attended a photography workshop in 2019, she wore these camel-colored Castañer espadrille wedges and InStyle was completely in love with this decision. The fashion magazine even praised the Duchess of Cambridge for wearing the pair more than once, having previously worn the pair at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, which she attended with the Queen.

When Meghan Stepped Out With Unique Shoes… In the exact same fashion magazine, InStyle slammed Meghan Markle simply for the type of shoes she wore. While the Duchess of Sussex has been criticized on numerous occasions for breaking royal protocol, this might be the most trivial example of them all. While she was walking along Australia’s Bondi Beach, Meghan wore similar shoes that Kate wore to the RHS Chelsea Flower Shoes -Castañer Carina Wedges. However, InStyle simply shed light on the fact that Meghan “broke royal shoe protocol” by doing this.

When Kate Wrote “Happy Birthday” to Meghan… Even the smaller details can be blown out of proportion by the media. When Meghan Markle’s birthday came around during the summer of 2019, people were wondering what kind of message William and Kate would give to her on her big day. While we can assume that they also celebrated with her in private, the Express wrote a headline about the warm post that @kesingtonroyal posted on their Instagram page. But when the time came from Meghan to write a birthday message to Kate…

When Meghan Wrote “Happy Birthday” to Kate… Ultimately, Meghan and Harry didn’t dedicate an entire Instagram post to wish Kate “happy birthday” when her big day came around. Nevertheless, the Express was quick to turn the matter into a bigger issue than it was, suggesting that @royalsussex’s “VERY subtle birthday message” in the comments section was some sort of red flag that all wasn’t well between the two royal couples. Of course, this message came at a troubling time for the family…

When Kate Pursued Business Opportunities… Despite their royal responsibilities, William and Kate also expressed interest in exploring business opportunities in order to pursue some level of financial independence. According to the Daily Mail, Kensington Palace officials described the idea of the couple having “officially-endorsed merchandise from tea towels to coffee cups” as a sensible one. However, when Harry and Meghan recently announced their plans to become “financially independent,” the Daily Mail was quick to respond, albeit in a completely different way…

When Meghan Pursued Business Opportunities… Any casual fan of the royal family is probably aware by now that Meghan and Harry have announced their plans to step down as “senior royals.” One of the main reasons for this is to become more financially stable and according to the Daily Mail, the couple had already filed “[trademark] applications to commercially protect their brand.” Whatever that means, it is believed that Harry and Meghan have had this planned out for months before they made the huge announcement.

When Kate Planned Her Baby’s Christening… This isn’t too much of a surprise, but it turns out that The Queen didn’t attend Prince Louis’s christening. The reason for this though was because the Queen already had a busy week planned, with a number of important celebrations to attend in central London. According to the Daily Mail, the Queen’s absence didn’t overshadow Kate and William’s big day. But when the time came for Archie’s christening, the Daily Mail worded things very differently…

When Meghan Planned Her Baby’s Christening… Unlike Louis’s christening, which Kate and William had already planned the Queen’s absence well in advance, baby Archie’s christening was apparently a lot more haphazard in terms of planning. According to the Daily Mail, the couple “should have planned the day better,” as the Duke and Duchess of Sussex had made a last-minute decision to have the christening on a day that the Queen was already busy. Many officials believed that they should’ve been “more accommodating” to Her Majesty.

When Kate Spent Christmas With Her Family… In the royal family, it is generally expected for William and Harry, along with their families to celebrate the holidays with the Queen and the rest of the family at Sandringham. However, when Kate and William decided to spend Christmas Day with her mother, the Queen reportedly “understood and endorsed William and Kate’s decision.” But when Meghan and Harry recently spent Christmas with her family, the Daily Mail had the following to say…

When Meghan Spent Christmas With Her Family… While the Queen was believed to be pretty understanding when William and Kate decided not to spend Christmas with her, she seemed to be less forgiving when Meghan and Harry did the same thing in 2019. The Daily Mail wrote the following: “Harry and Meghan’s absence will be a matter of great sadness. It will also be a source of frustration.” Of course, this was also magnified in hindsight after the couple’s recent big decision…

When Kate Wanted Air Fresheners in St. George’s Chapel… It’s amazing how virtually any trivial detail about the royal family’s lives can be turned into a headline. Back in 2011, Kate Middleton reportedly asked if her favorite toiletries and scented candles from Jo Malone could be placed into St. George’s Chapel. Officials wholeheartedly accepted request and had a variety of scents added. The Daily Mail was quick to comment when Meghan ended up trying to do the exact same thing…

When Meghan Wanted Air Fresheners in St. George’s Chapel… While Kate Middleton’s request for some of her favorite scents to be added to St. George’s Chapel, Meghan Markle wasn’t as successful. According to the Daily Mail, the future Duchess of Sussex wanted the chapel sprayed with her favorite scents. However, staff reportedly denied her request, deeming it inappropriate. Although Kate had made a similar request a few years prior, the staff denied this for Meghan on the principle that a chapel is a place for holy ceremonies.

What Meghan Did for Her 38th Birthday… When Meghan Markle’s 38th birthday was just around the corner last year, the Express reported that the Queen was planning on giving her a “huge honor.” It turns out that this was an invitation to Balmoral Castle in Scotland where the Queen would organize a “special tea party” for Meghan. At the time, an insider claimed that “it is a testament to Meghan that she has been given this invite. However, Kate ended up having a very different kind of 38th birthday…

What Kate Did for Her 38th Birthday… It wasn’t just the fact that Harry and Meghan were busy holding an emergency summit with the Queen and her officials to determine their future in the royal family. But it was also the fact that this was happening on Kate’s birthday. This meant that any celebrations she was hoping to have with the family were completely brushed to the wayside. According to the Express, she “ended up celebrating quietly at home with husband William” and the children.

When the Express Wrote About Kate’s Hair… Back when Kate was pregnant with her third child, Louis, the Express shed some light on this neat little trick she pulled that helped her keep her hair in order, while still looking great. What the newspaper particularly loved about it was that it only cost Kate £1 to do. According to the Express, “Kate uses the nets to hold her hair in place when it is styled in a messy bun.” This hard-to-see net apparently prevents any hair from falling down.

When the Express Wrote About Meghan’s Hair On the other hand, the Express once again cast Meghan in a negative light, this time when it concerned her hair. Although she appeared to look just fine when she was visiting Cheshire, Storm Hector was in full effect and caused the Duchess of Sussex’s hair to blow across her face. People soon rushed to Twitter and expressed their disdain at Meghan’s choice of hairstylist. “Can Meghan please opt for shorter hair or have it styled…soooo annoying and distracting,” one person wrote.

What Diana Would’ve Thought of Kate… The comparisons between Kate Middleton and her late mother-in-law, Princess Diana, were bound to happen. In fact, they started ever since she tied the knot with Prince William back in 2011. Former royal BBC correspondent Michael Cole firmly believes though that Diana would have certainly approved of Kate. “I think that Kate Middleton will be the [new] People’s Princess,'” he said. “I think, were Diana here, she would approve of Kate Middleton…She might feel a slight ‘oh dear I don’t want to lose my son.'”

What Diana Would’ve Thought of Meghan… While Samantha Markle hasn’t seen her half-sister Meghan in over a decade, she has been extremely vocal about her disapproval of her inclusion in the royal family. She even went as far as to claim that, in her opinion, Princess Diana wouldn’t have approved of Meghan. In fact, she believed that she’d be “ashamed.” “Diana would be ashamed,” she wrote on Twitter. Samantha has also criticized Meghan for failing to reach out to their father, Thomas.

What Lorraine Kelly Said About Kate… British talk show host Lorraine Kelly was lost for words when she saw what Kate Middleton wore for the 59th Annual Royal Variety Show. She was thoroughly impressed by the Duchess’s Alexander McQueen gown. Kelly was so enamored that she had the following to say about her: “She looked amazing, so beaut- she is on an absolute roll. She always gets it right, that is a gorgeous dress.” However, just a few months later, Kelly had the following to say about Meghan…

What Lorraine Kelly Said About Meghan… Unlike Kate, who Lorraine Kelly only had praise for, the Express wrote a very different story about how the talk show host felt about Meghan Markle. In light of Harry and Meghan’s decision to step back from their senior roles in the royal family, the headline read that Kelly expressed outrage over what was happening. “I just think it’s a real shame because they were both so good at what they were doing,” she said. “It’s all just gone horribly wrong.”

When Kate’s Dress Had to Meet the Queen’s Demands… It’s stressful enough finding the right clothes to wear, but finding the right clothes for a meeting the Queen is another challenge entirely. According to the Mirror, Kate Middleton expertly co-ordinated “her outfit with the Queen’s power blue ensemble” at her Diamond Jubilee event. However, when Meghan had to take the Queen into consideration when choosing her dress, the results were very different. At least, as far as the Mirror was concerned…

When Meghan’s Dress Had to Meet the Queen’s Demands… According to the Mirror, representatives of the Queen had informed Meghan Markle that she would be wearing a green hat for their very first encounter. This would be to honor those who tragically passed away during the Grenfell Tower fire. However, it is believed that Her Majesty was “baffled” when Meghan showed up with no hat whatsoever, despite the fact that it was implied that she should wear one as well.

When Meghan Put Her Hands in Her Pockets… While Meghan was attending a royal engagement in New Zealand back in 2018, paparazzi took photos of her with her hands in her pockets. Then, the Express seized this opportunity and created a story with the following headline: “‘Step too far’ Meghan Markle slammed for putting her hands in pockets.” An etiquette expert believed that this sort of behavior isn’t expected from the Duchess of Sussex. However, another royal figure ended up doing the exact same thing, and it wasn’t Kate…