tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2065972902087062391.post1469853920640520665..comments2024-03-29T08:18:26.704+00:00Comments on Newmyroyals & Hollywood Fashion: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle attended a memorial serviceHelenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13953814876408226509noreply@blogger.comBlogger54125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2065972902087062391.post-84297597766895462962018-04-29T17:47:00.783+01:002018-04-29T17:47:00.783+01:00Yeah, don't judge us Americans by what the Bus...Yeah, don't judge us Americans by what the Bush girls do. SimplyEleganthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08952605420094526368noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2065972902087062391.post-84194463583725651872018-04-29T17:45:45.087+01:002018-04-29T17:45:45.087+01:00Two Americans thinking alike, you and I.Two Americans thinking alike, you and I.SimplyEleganthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08952605420094526368noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2065972902087062391.post-74004859537350798092018-04-29T17:28:54.488+01:002018-04-29T17:28:54.488+01:00I could not agree more. She needs to learn her dut...I could not agree more. She needs to learn her duties quickly. It's not about her anymore, she's now a representative and whether she likes it or not. Self expression goes out the door when you are now a public figure with public responsibility. <br />SimplyEleganthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08952605420094526368noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2065972902087062391.post-23847810070486470262018-04-25T13:43:12.410+01:002018-04-25T13:43:12.410+01:00Mrs.Bush's funeral was a private event with in...Mrs.Bush's funeral was a private event with invitations. Some family members were dressed in an unusual way, but the ivited guests were dressed quite properly.Marinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00369562123911326873noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2065972902087062391.post-14626482085479228982018-04-25T06:48:10.555+01:002018-04-25T06:48:10.555+01:00Amen!!Amen!!Cherry Blossomhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09477080509956448060noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2065972902087062391.post-49947351676949091612018-04-25T06:29:48.305+01:002018-04-25T06:29:48.305+01:00That is what here in Italy we call "americana...That is what here in Italy we call "americanata" Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2065972902087062391.post-50474379096912641262018-04-25T04:12:17.486+01:002018-04-25T04:12:17.486+01:00But those in attendance of Mrs. Bush's funeral...But those in attendance of Mrs. Bush's funeral are not the standard. Royal protocol calls for something other than a cocktail frock, in my opinion.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03631550047216031069noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2065972902087062391.post-89050239769700787702018-04-25T01:14:13.335+01:002018-04-25T01:14:13.335+01:00I don't know why ppl are complaining about Meg...I don't know why ppl are complaining about Meghan's outfit. She looks appropriately understated for church. Did anyone see Barbara Bush's funeral, where many female guests were more risque than Meghan, mainly Mrs. Bush's granddaughter and namesake, Barbara Bush. The younger Bush's dress was sleeveless, deep and wide v-cut, and above the knees, in combination with dark purple lipsticks and black eyeliners. Sartorial, Esqhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15017075396250925721noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2065972902087062391.post-20077190029797835662018-04-24T18:43:42.710+01:002018-04-24T18:43:42.710+01:00Well said, Marina!Well said, Marina!Coraliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05110481473035424745noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2065972902087062391.post-91615571739615354822018-04-24T13:46:27.914+01:002018-04-24T13:46:27.914+01:00Anon 1:52 I too have my views. I can use caps if I...Anon 1:52 I too have my views. I can use caps if I like. I can also say give her break in a general manner. I did not call out anyone.<br />But YOU are calling me out. I respect your view but I am not scolding you ...as you are me. <br />So CHECK YOURSELF and have a great dayDiane Brownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02018830629685799985noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2065972902087062391.post-53459068066333907092018-04-24T13:11:20.561+01:002018-04-24T13:11:20.561+01:00I cannot believe that she wears a sleeveless dress...I cannot believe that she wears a sleeveless dress. It is just a matter of simple common sense. And even when other people wear sleeveless clothes or she just wants te be herself doesnt matter in this case. This is about respect and just have good manners. We have her a church And a memorial. Irishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06863868687609536032noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2065972902087062391.post-57364308996027778392018-04-24T12:45:18.763+01:002018-04-24T12:45:18.763+01:00Trying not to be too old-fashioned and adapting to...Trying not to be too old-fashioned and adapting to the 21st century, I think she would be more on the safe side with some sleeves. Temperature was not so high... <br />My point is that it is not the role of a member or soon, of the royal family to be pioneer in breaking a habit, if not a rule, in dress codes for cérémonies at Church whatever they are. They main duty is to avoid offending anybody on such a subject.<br />Giving her a break sounds fine, but isn't it easier to take good habits straight away?<br />I wonder whether a new comer automatically gets some advice on such things or whether respecting full freedom is the rule, and ccorrect later on. I think I would then take the initiative of asking about the do's & do not's, as a colleague here says. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2065972902087062391.post-54320727066824768872018-04-24T12:05:56.740+01:002018-04-24T12:05:56.740+01:00I think that when you become part of a new group -...I think that when you become part of a new group - whether at work, with your in-laws or in a new coubtry - it's always better to err on the side of cautious, if you want to be accepted. Even in this blog there are views both pro- and conra.<br />Sophie may wear jumpsuit to the concert, though personally I thought it a bit weird, but she has already established her position and worth whithin the royal family. Meghan still has to prove it. It's always better not to antagonize people provided it's not one's major principle which has to be maintained at all costs. She knows that the public will scrutinize her looks each time there is a picture. As for her not being married yet, it doen't apply - it was an official occasion and Harry was there as an official representative of a royal family. That is why I think that it would have been better to put on a jacket or a shawl, no matter how lax the rules currently are.Marinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00369562123911326873noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2065972902087062391.post-37229050421357967212018-04-24T11:52:11.062+01:002018-04-24T11:52:11.062+01:00@Diane - Although I agree with you,Meghan did seem...@Diane - Although I agree with you,Meghan did seem appropriately dressed for today's event,that is my opinion and my choice to agree with you and others. However, if I hadn't have thought her appropriately dressed,that again would have been my opinion. To have comments like 'Give her a break' and block letters posted is a little argumentative and disrespectful of others I think. An opinion that differs from yours and others,is just that,a differing opinion, not necessarily a jab at Meghan herself. I think this is something we should all be mindful of,otherwise people will feel unable to post an honest opinion without being 'told off' ! I doubt Meghan needs anyone shouting out for her.<br />We all hope Meghan has a smooth transition into Royal life, and that she is advised in the 'do's' and do not's' of royal protocol, and like many before her, she will make the odd mistake, and we'll all have a differing opinion on it, but I'm sure as royal followers we'll be kind and respectful,not just of Meghan,but of each others opinions.<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2065972902087062391.post-36804843699514872412018-04-24T07:56:56.280+01:002018-04-24T07:56:56.280+01:00I am not at all any "church person", but...I am not at all any "church person", but even to my eyes she should have covered her shoulders to this memorial service. To ordinary Sundays it would be accepted. But basically I like what she is wearing if the situation would have been different, she looks good.Blondiinihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00023296581379404384noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2065972902087062391.post-64390457682087383842018-04-24T07:14:52.658+01:002018-04-24T07:14:52.658+01:00I think she looks fine. I'm only surprised at ...I think she looks fine. I'm only surprised at the lack of sleeves as the temperature has dropped again in London.Frannyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13972050290691585422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2065972902087062391.post-86129581293226117412018-04-24T07:04:14.149+01:002018-04-24T07:04:14.149+01:00Diane, totally agree with you. I can't believe...Diane, totally agree with you. I can't believe that in 2018 people are still setting their hair on fire because a woman shows her arms in a church. There is nothing at all inappropiate with her choice, why is this wrong? It wasn't a funeral, is it OK to do it if it had been a wedding or a christening? plenty of women in the crowd are sleeveless, and no, there is no protocol that says that she must cover her arms. As a practicing catholic I attend church with short sleeves, in warmer climates in the summertime it's not unusual to do so, even in a funeral. Welcome to the 21st century.Cherry Blossomhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09477080509956448060noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2065972902087062391.post-42392725710789950492018-04-24T02:44:17.996+01:002018-04-24T02:44:17.996+01:00It's not old fashioned or right/wrong. Simply ...It's not old fashioned or right/wrong. Simply a matter of courtesy or respect.The shoulder jacket would even have done<br />However, it is a lovely dress which suits her beautifully. As for the hair.... :-(AnnieMhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17114777856803418493noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2065972902087062391.post-2784942521488501162018-04-24T02:13:11.255+01:002018-04-24T02:13:11.255+01:00Correct. Please look at photos 6 and 7. The woman...Correct. Please look at photos 6 and 7. The woman speaking to the entire congregation at the front of the church is in a sleeveless red top. In photo 6, there is a woman seated on left side with bare shoulders.Pinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15250629491896265771noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2065972902087062391.post-10191155713062393692018-04-24T02:08:45.571+01:002018-04-24T02:08:45.571+01:00They are not representing the royal family!They are not representing the royal family!Annehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14458127942078984482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2065972902087062391.post-45017228204446693072018-04-24T01:34:40.634+01:002018-04-24T01:34:40.634+01:00I’m American and I agree this bare shouldered look...I’m American and I agree this bare shouldered look is inappropriate for the occasion especially as it is in a church and as she was seated in such a prominent position. These facts made it a very official occasion and she missed the mark In not wearing a jacket or sweater over the dress. I hope she soon starts taking advice before these events. This is twice in one week where her choices were far too casual and came off as disrespectful. Llandershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00859796962220773254noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2065972902087062391.post-46603520045658004462018-04-24T01:31:33.098+01:002018-04-24T01:31:33.098+01:00For one thing this was not a funeral or a solemn e...For one thing this was not a funeral or a solemn event. It was a celebration event. Most of the choir had short sleeves. If this had been a more formal solemn occassion then yes I concur a jacket would be more appropriate. But it wasn't! Rules are different around the globe..and have changed much. People go to church in jeans..I am not so sure God cares what we wear. I kind of think He is just happy we are there. There is an old hymn called Just As You Are.... that is what Christ means to most. Dressing up with hats and coats etc is really man made. As I said events call for more decorum. She was appropriately dressed....again. <br /><br />You all do realize that these things are all planned out and she is well aware of what she can and cannot wear. She was exquisite at the birthday gala..Sophie wore a pantsuit<br />...gasp LOL Meghan is doing fine. The more events that become more direct work for the QUEEN and not their own personal interests will have her dressing more in line with the Stepford Wife so many want her to become. <br />I hope she keeps her own style. She knows when and when not to wear something. Remember she is NOT MARRIED yet! She is way down the line and has the freedom.<br /><br />Give her break...Diane Brownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02018830629685799985noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2065972902087062391.post-77030698935514542132018-04-24T01:03:30.996+01:002018-04-24T01:03:30.996+01:00I am American but I think her sleeveless dress ins...I am American but I think her sleeveless dress inside a church and for a MEMORIAL was very inappropriate, especially when she walked down the aisle and seated so prominently. You would have thought someone would have advised her better, especially when she made the same gaffe last week for the Commonwealth meeting. Appears as disrespectful. Llandershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00859796962220773254noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2065972902087062391.post-87325233783527828632018-04-24T00:26:08.474+01:002018-04-24T00:26:08.474+01:00I remember when Michelle Obama went around with ba...I remember when Michelle Obama went around with bare arms. What hand wringing! Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2065972902087062391.post-18046254590910096952018-04-24T00:08:58.083+01:002018-04-24T00:08:58.083+01:00Totally agree, she will be a member of the royal f...Totally agree, she will be a member of the royal family and there are some protocols she will have to follow, like dress code. She will learn.Rossie Morrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05253227845008132371noreply@blogger.com