The Duke and Duchess of Sussex visited Harlem school in New York

Meghan Markle wore an outfit from Loro Piana's Fall Winter 2021 Collection. Loro Piana Loreen cashmere cape and Antoine virgin pants

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex visited Harlem school on the second day of their New York trip. During the visit, the Duchess read her best-selling children's book, The Bench, to a class of second graders. Meghan's debut book tells the story of the special relationship between father and son, as seen through a mother's eyes, and the Duchess has previously revealed that the Duke and her son Archie were the inspiration behind it.

Meghan Markle wore an outfit from Loro Piana's Fall Winter 2021 Collection. Loro Piana Loreen cashmere cape and Antoine virgin pants

Meghan Markle wore an outfit from Loro Piana's Fall Winter 2021 Collection. Loro Piana Loreen cashmere cape and Antoine virgin pants

Meghan Markle wore an outfit from Loro Piana's Fall Winter 2021 Collection. Loro Piana Loreen cashmere cape and Antoine virgin pants

Meghan Markle wore an outfit from Loro Piana's Fall Winter 2021 Collection. Loro Piana Loreen cashmere cape and Antoine virgin pants

Meghan Markle wore an outfit from Loro Piana's Fall Winter 2021 Collection. Loro Piana Loreen cashmere cape and Antoine virgin pants

Meghan Markle wore an outfit from Loro Piana's Fall Winter 2021 Collection. Loro Piana Loreen cashmere cape and Antoine virgin pants

Afterwards, the Duke and Duchess were shown a mural painting by fourth and fifth grade students. The Duke and Duchess is donating reading nooks to many Graham Windham locations in New York, to support families' access to books. The Duchess wore an outfit from Loro Piana's Fall Winter 2021 Collection.

Meghan Markle wore an outfit from Loro Piana's Fall Winter 2021 Collection. Loro Piana Loreen cashmere cape and Antoine virgin pants

Meghan Markle wore an outfit from Loro Piana's Fall Winter 2021 Collection. Loro Piana Loreen cashmere cape and Antoine virgin pants

Meghan Markle wore Loro Piana Loreen Cashmere Cape and Antoine Virgin Pants
Loro Piana Fall Winter-2021 Collection

Meghan Markle wore Loro Piana Loreen Cashmere Cape Fall Winter-2021 Collection
Loro Piana Loreen Cashmere Cape and Antoine Virgin Pants

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  1. I don't grasp this look, nor the dark ensemble from earlier. It seems she bought the Evenings in Venice Over Winter collection rather than the American Celebrity In NYC collection.

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    1. Anonymous25/9/21 18:18

      Well said. I agree on all points.

      Shelley

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    2. Agreed. And a shame that this expensive of an outfit fits so poorly (Loro Piana does have some fantastic luxury wear, but this isn't it).
      Chel

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  2. she needs to stop with the long weave and she looks like Mr Koolaid in that outfit For a pretty woman who worked in Hollywood she is unable to dress her body type. That outfit is horrendous.

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    1. How do you know her hair is a weave? where's your proof of that. You do know that women of color specifically black women can and do have long hair.

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    2. Meldred, remainding again to yourself inner being that Meghan isn't you and you aren't her as well and just to tell you that is her choice of clothing and she isn't care about what you have to say. If you don't like the outfit just don't wear it. Meghan is wonderful and insparing in whatever she wears. What does it will cost you to be a positive influence ?? I do believe a negative influencer needs negative energy that could affect your brain, your nerves and your emotions for that side effects " stand for positively" which healthier and inspiring.

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  3. Wow, gorgeous colour on Meghan! Beautiful.
    But I don't like big clothes like these, big and bulky. I never like oversized etc. on anyone. But some people can carry it off. I for sure can't ;-)
    Always lovely to see how easily Harry connects with children!

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    1. Anonymous25/9/21 16:11

      Mildred and Rosalyn. Oversized clothes are fashion in Europe this winter. Unfortunately not everyone can wear this. Big en very thin woman look best in this style. But if she likes it, she must wear it.... The color is beautiful. Harry on the contrary wears casual pants and polo shirt. He probably found it too hot to wear a suit. Marcy

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    2. Hi Marcy, thanks for your comment. I'm a European myself and I know oversized clothing is trendy for a couple of years already. I just don't like it. And you're right: I always think it looks best on tall and slim people. But everyone has their own style and preferences.
      Meghan can put it off though.

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    3. Wait... I think it's meant to be 'pull it off'. Ugh, I'm still learning! ;-)

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  4. Anonymous25/9/21 14:26

    Beautiful shade of red that looks great on Meghan. I wish she ditched the coat. It overwhelms her and it wasn't cold in New York yesterday. Her hair looks good. Harry looks relaxed and at ease. I do think think they look like they are dressed for two different occasions.

    E.B.B.

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  5. Superbe couleur pour cette tenue dans laquelle je la trouve trop engoncée , ce qui est dommage pour sa jolie silhouette ; je n'aime que ses élégants escarpins --et oh la, la, que dire au niveau de la coiffure ?? Harry est toujours aussi cool en compagnie des enfants !

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  6. Anonymous25/9/21 15:18

    Her fashion choices are questionable, to say at least. She is trying too hard to be taken seriously and to look like Carolyn Bessette Kennedy but no, these are not the right looks. Also, she is still trying to hide post pregnancy weight.

    DP

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    1. Agree, and think 5-8 years of privacy and reassessment for themselves their kids. They could produce rather than star in media appearances at that pont.

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    2. Anonymous25/9/21 19:15

      Exactly!

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    3. Anonymous26/9/21 03:28

      Is 5-8 years some sort of prison sentence or penance? Why do you get to decide the length of the sentence. Children should always be off limits to t**lls.
      Starring in projects does not correspond with what they have done so far such as donating to employee funds or food kitchens. Their projects are for direct relief to people. Ribbon cuttings or just visiting charities for photo ops are a thing of the past. None of their projects are leaked in the DM or Sun ahead of time.
      J.

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  7. Anonymous25/9/21 17:15

    I think this is a lovely colour for autumn and a nice change from her usual black/ navy/ beige clothes, but trousers, belt, top, jacket AND shoes in the same colour are a bit much.
    Also with these warm clothes, she is dressed for cold weather whereas everyone else is dressed for a mild September day, which was apparently the weather was like in New York? I just don't get it.
    High-waisted trousers are not for her and she is not tall enough to pull off that jacket, she looks swamped.
    Here's how I would fix this: same shoes, they look great! Same trousers but normal rise, cream-coloured blouse - done. No huge jacket!

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  8. Anonymous25/9/21 17:23

    I Just wish people should start thinking about that what you write about other tells volumes about yourself.
    PS. Oversized outfit are top fashion right now. Me myself just went shopping today and bought a oversized dress and a oversized shacket. Meghan looks fab. Great colour on her.
    Trudy

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    1. Anonymous25/9/21 19:53

      Top fashion does not mean top flattering for every body type and this outfit is not appropriate for the season.

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    2. Anonymous25/9/21 20:58

      There is difference between style and fashion, case in point.

      DP

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    3. Anonymous26/9/21 09:26

      It's fall. It's appropriate for the season. Everyone uses oversizes right now. The shops are full of oversize outfits. The runways are full of oversize outfits. Bodysize doesn't matter. Had this been Kate superlatives would have been all over from the same people who criticise Meghan. So see true are you right now. Lena

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    4. Anonymous26/9/21 09:39

      Saying this is not appropriate for the season tell us someone need to read up on what is trendy right now.
      -Anne

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    5. Anonymous26/9/21 09:59

      It can be appropriate for the fall, but not for the actual weather conditions in NYC.
      Oversize clothes have been on trend for quite some time now in Europe, so they are nothing new.
      Still, they do not suit all body types.

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    6. Oversized suits aren't the issue here, frankly. Does anyone else have a feeling about seeing a Loro Piana cashmere suit worn to an elementary school engagement where most of these kids are on free/reduced lunches. It isn't an appropriate clothing choice. I don't care who you are, read the room. (And as for the season, it's in the 70's and 80's, not exactly coat season in NYC).
      Chel

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  9. Anonymous25/9/21 17:41

    I like this look on her - love the rich red and I like the oversized slightly slouchy look. Probably more comfortable for when she was interacting with the children.

    Personally, I prefer her with slightly shorter hair but I think this looks fine.

    The only thing I would question is the choice of heavier fabrics for what is still a rather warm time in NYC.

    Bee

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  10. Anonymous25/9/21 17:43

    They don't belong on this blog, they are not royals, they 'stepped away' from the family and want their privacy. Glenda

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  11. Her hair is in dire need of a very good stylist,
    But maybe it looks like that due to all the extensions.

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  12. Ad Harlem con bracciale Cartier e Loro Piana…

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  13. Wearing Loro Piana and playing with inner city kids...She should go back her jcrews, something down to earth and weather appropriate.

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    1. Anonymous26/9/21 05:54

      Best comment ever!

      In other words: maaam, you should learn to dress for the occasion

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    2. Anonymous26/9/21 17:07

      Do so agree, Although I like this ensemble and colour

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  14. Her clothes wear her, she looks ridiculous in the hot weather dressed in those clothes. Her hair doesn't help at all, too big and shapeless.
    Harry chose a much smarter outfit for the weather.

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  15. Anonymous25/9/21 20:43

    @Rossella and ladarlena Your comments sound classist. Is there a special dress code for Harlem/the "inner city"? Are you implying that it is so ghetto there that Meghan should not be wearing Loro Piana and Cartier for fear she will be mugged or shot? As implied by ladarena, she did not go there to shoot hoops, she went there to read to the children. Playing with the students was not on the agenda, so I fail to see the problem with the brand of clothes she is wearing. We have seen her dress down plenty of times when she is doing physical things. This wasn't one of those days. The children had no difficulty relating to either Harry or Meghan as there were hugs all around. It looks to me as though they are very approachable. Also implied several times by ladarena in a previous post was that they were provided security at tax payer's expense. It is obvious the police/security were for the Governor of the State of New York and the Mayor of New York City. If these allegations had been true, I would think the security would have been extended to this "inner city" neighborhood in Harlem. ~d

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    1. Anonymous26/9/21 00:59

      It's not about being mugged, it's about Meghan showing off her great wealth to disadvantaged children.
      Meghan looks like she's about to star in The Real Housewives of Aspen or something. It's ridiculous. It was a warm late summer day in New York and she was reading to disadvantaged children.

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    2. Anonymous26/9/21 03:44

      The colors are beautiful for fall and she looks great. For such a one-off appearance it served its purpose and she was on to the next event. Meghan as a normally thin person may still be uncomfortable that she is not at her ideal weight, but a good quality coat always adds an edge to a fall outfit. The temperature in NY is not at a constant 75 or 80 all day in the fall. The mornings start of quite cool. Most of the places they visited were near the river where the wind makes it much cooler.
      Children are not sophisticated enough to attach price tags to clothing and jewelry. This is an adult construct that indeed reeks of classism. Give them love and attention and they are happy, as the pictures show.
      July

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    3. Anonymous26/9/21 08:19

      Anon.00:59 👏👏👏👏

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    4. Anonymous26/9/21 10:46

      @the cheering corner. Now Harlem =Disadvantaged? Do not promote unfounded stereotypes. And M. flaunts great wealth? They have confounded some people by not ending up broke in a homeless shelter. M.

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  16. Anonymous25/9/21 21:06

    We will probably hear all about these up close visits in their Netflix docu...nothing's free...

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  17. Anonymous25/9/21 22:14

    @Ladarlena, what a classist and racist comment. Never knew that the Royals should dress down when mingling with less advantaged children. Why Am I not surprised? Must be because I read your comments on a previous post….
    Cherry

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    1. Anonymous26/9/21 01:01

      It's not racist. It would have been just as inappropriate if Queen Mathilde had worn the same outfit when she visited flood victims.

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    2. Anonymous26/9/21 03:48

      Maxima's big hats and leather gloves when visiting young people are seen as just Maxima being Maxima. Different weights, different measures?
      A1

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    3. Dear Anonymous 22:14, It is about sensitivity. Don't tie everything with race or class. Also please do not judge just based on a message post. I have worked with economically and socially disadvantaged kids in the past as a volunteer tutor, and know a few things about communicating and working with these kids. If you want to be close to them and let them trust you, you want to dress down to earth. That is how I remember we received the volunteer training. Harry dresses properly on this occasion, so you can see the kids are more comfortable around him. Anyway, please do not be judgmental.

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    4. Anonymous26/9/21 10:55

      @ladarlena. The film and pictures do not support your opinion. The children were equally hands on with both of them and actively participated in the discussion.
      M.

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    5. Anonymous26/9/21 13:34

      100% Agreed with Cherry.
      Fashionwise monichromatic outfits are seemingly throw-on-and-go approaches to dressing that look effortless, though they require planning. The best ones are infused with dimension, whether through texture or varying shades, which takes some foresight. However, with a bit of practice, head-to-toe matching ultimately becomes second nature. Rianna

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  18. I think the colour is great on her but the big jacket swamps her and makes the whole look messy. In some recent photos of her she seems to be maybe reluctant or trying to hide some post baby weight, which is fine we have nearly all been there, however she has always been about women's rights and loving who you are and what you look like. So lead by example. I will probably be shot down by this thought but I am genuinely concerned about her mental health and maybe it would be better to step back from everything for a while and enjoy life!

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    1. Anonymous26/9/21 06:00

      When you have diva personality and lost the opportunity for free royal celebrity marketing, this what is left to do

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    2. Anonymous 0600 you are probably right she is certainly a hard one to work out. I have no idea what this 'tour' is all about.

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  19. @ Anonymous 01:01, there aren't any victims here, this a visit to children in the inner city, not privileged, but sweet kids that happen to be minorities, from working class parents. The mere suggestion that she shouldn't wear nice clothing is both racist and outrageous, why ? Because she is going to get robbed? Because she should pretend that she is not wealthy? Have you ever seen any royal not wear brand clothing when they visit those that aren't rich?
    You can like or dislike this woman, even though I will never understand why her decisions have any effect on any of you, but the amount of vitriol is just revolting.

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    1. Anonymous26/9/21 12:39

      I don't care about her choices, I'm commenting on her clothes, which often don't fit the occasion.
      Once, when she was still a working royal, she appeared in a summer dress and strappy shoes to visit an elderly home in Britain during winter. There have been many occasions where she has worn cocktail dresses and evening coats, evening jewellery during daytime. She simply doesn't know what fits the occasion, which has got nothing to do with her race and certainly not the children's!!
      You do not go to visit disadvantaged children wearing Jimmy Choo, Cartier and Loro Piana. That is a truly classless and disgusting display of wealth.

      Why would she get robbed there or anywhere? She's got plenty of security. Dress for the occasion is the point. You're visiting a school, not Fashion Week.

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    2. Anonymous26/9/21 23:31

      It seems obvious the first person to throw under the bus is the Queen. Of course we don't know how much her custom clothes cost, but they are pricey to be sure. We then have the matching hats for each dress and coat. She is always in a coat. Doesn't she pay attention to the weather? We must not forget her shoes, which are not cheap. Then the cherry on top, her jewelry, which she never goes without. It is priceless. Hardly for day wear! The Queen dresses the same for a meeting with foreign dignitaries as she does for a meeting with trash collectors and children. It is obvious she should be in coveralls and boots to meet with trash collectors and joggers and sneakers when visiting a school. She is not making an effort to dress for the occasion at all times, is she? She is not conforming to these rules. Isn't she the go-to person for all that is appropriate when comes to royal behavior?

      Children do not know and do not care how much a person's clothes cost. They just experienced the thrill of a lifetime. These royals, yes they are still technically royals though not acting in that capacity, are hands on. They do not stand off to the side and observe, they get down to their level, they touch, they hug. That is what children respond to. Meghan wears Diana's Cartier tank watch and a Cartier Love bangle. Both are very simple in appearance. I think it is very touching that she wears Diana's watch, which must mean the world to Harry. It is not to flaunt wealth, it has sentimental value. Love bangles are screwed on and not meant to be removed. Several royals have them. Mary wears one constantly, yet no one says anything about hers. While we are calling people out, we should probably call out the teachers/administrators at the school. They were in dresses and heels. According to these so-called "rules", they were not appropriately dressed for a school or to be around 8-year-old children. The bottom line is that Meghan can do nothing right to those that don't like her. The comments are insane, and are obviously bias. ~d

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  20. Anonymous26/9/21 06:55

    As I've said when she was a working member of the British royal family, this colour looks really great on Meghan. I think her hair and make up look very pretty too. Again, I just don't like the middle part, I really wish she would do more side parts.

    She must be too hot in that ensemble, given how everyone (including children) around her is dressed.

    T

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  21. @Anonymus:

    Non ho scritto che Harlem è un ghetto, lo stai scrivendo tu (e aggiungo che non sono razzista).
    Penso che per visitare una scuola il suo abbigliamento e gli accessori sono “tanta troppa roba” e con il tacco 12 sarebbe stato difficile giocare con in bimbi, infatti ha solo letto.
    In altre situazioni, soprattutto in Inghilterra, era più appropriata.

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  22. Anonymous26/9/21 09:02

    @ "racist comment": This is getting simply ridiculous, baselessly intimidating people to say anything negative.

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  23. Anonymous26/9/21 13:24

    This outfit is reminiscent/similar to the outfit Michelle Obama wore to
    Biden's inauguration.
    Much has been said about the temperature in NY, so I don't know why Meghan's entire wardrobe has been designed around a chilly winter visit ! Ana

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    1. Anonymous26/9/21 16:17

      Obviously inspired by Michelle Obama's inauguration outfit. Very appropriate for an inauguration in winter, not appropriate for a visit to Harlem in September. Michelle Obama knows what to wear where, maybe Meghan shouldn't just take inspiration from her outfits but also look at the occasions on which she wore them.
      On a separate note, Michelle Obama is tall enough to pull this off, Meghan is not.

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  24. Anonymous26/9/21 15:10

    @anonymous 12:39, you should really tell the same to the rest of the Royals.. does Catherine, Máxima, Matilde, etc. ( notable exception is Letizia who rarely wears high couture) , renounce their high end designers when visiting a school? Who are you kidding? Opinions are free and aplenty since everybody has one, but facts are facts. I agree that your comment is both classist and racist.

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    1. Anonymous26/9/21 16:11

      Maxima has appeared in clothes at schools and elsewhere that didn't suit the occasion, yes. She doesn't always know what suits the occasion either. It's also not always about disadvantaged people.
      For instance I remember Maxima recently appearing in her huge, extravagant Ascot hat to visit the German parliament. Catherine and Mathilde I haven't noticed wearing things that didn't suit the occasion, except for what Catherine wore to visit Auschwitz. In my opinion it would have been appropriate to wear mourning clothes there. I can't remember anything else for Catherine and nothing for Mathilde.
      My comment is not racist or classist. Please look at what Michelle Obama has worn on similar occasions, certainly she hasn't been done up like that for visits with disadvantaged children.
      The point is not that you cannot wear nice clothes to visit disadvantaged people. But if you have the right sensitivities, you don't show off extreme wealth, as in around 10.000 dollars worth of clothes and jewellery to people who are struggling. It's not that they don't deserve you looking your best, go ahead and look good, but showing off that much money in front of them is tasteless. That is not classist, quite the opposite, it shows awareness that 'ot everyone is as fortunate as you and it's inconsiderate to rub their faces in it.

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    2. Anonymous27/9/21 07:37

      Catherine could start by removing her engagement ring. If that doesn't scream money, I don't know what does. Estimates are as high as $500,000 US, though is is thought to be priceless by many due to its history.

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  25. Anonymous26/9/21 16:06

    Meghan should copy Queen Letizia and dress appropriately for the occasion (and for the weather)

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  26. As much as I like Queeen Letizia style, the weather part is joke right? She is highly unaware of the thermometer, wearing short sleeeves in freezing temperatures and coats when is warm, it doesn't bother me a bit, and it bothers me that some people play on that fact to attack her, they even call her the queen with the broken thermostat, but your example could use a little research.

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  27. I think she looks beautiful and it is wonderful to see them out bringing food and supplies to inner city schools! A wonderful project to be involved wsith!

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  28. They look beautiful and are supporting inner city schools with food, and supplies and encouragement-what a blessing they are bringing!

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  29. I think she looks beautiful and it is wonderful to see them out bringing food and supplies to inner city schools! A wonderful project to be involved wsith!

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