Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were left crushed by 'unnecessarily cruel Megxit and 'it might have been different' if another family member stood up for them', says royal expert
- Expert has said Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were left 'crushed' by Megxit
- Omid Scobie accompanied couple on final tour and spoke of their emotions
- Said Harry was devastated to give up military honours and Meghan shed tears when bidding farewell to staff
- Explained how the couple felt pushed into the decision and felt unsupported
A royal expert has said Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were left 'crushed' by Megxit.
Bazaar.com's royal editor-at-large Omid Scobie revealed how the Duke and Duchess of Sussex felt their exit from royal life 'wasn't necessary', but how they felt forced into it - especially after they were left to 'fend for themselves' during Meghan's pregnancy.
According to Omid, Harry, 35, was 'heartbroken' at having to give up his military honours after serving 10 years in the British army, while Meghan, 38, shed tears at the farewell party the couple threw for their staff.
A royal expert has said Prince Harry and Meghan Markle (seen attending the Commonwealth Day Service at Westminster Abbey this week, were left 'crushed' by Megxit
Writing in Bazaar.com, Omid, who accompanied the couple on the final days of their farewell tour, said: 'To say they were crushed is an understatement. It's a decision that the couple still feel wasn't necessary, but also wasn't a surprise, given the lack of support they received as they were relentlessly attacked by sections of the British press with almost daily mistruths and hateful commentary.
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'While recent tabloid coverage has made it seem like the Sussexes' half-in-half-out bid was about wanting it all, the reality was a couple who were left with no other choice but to create their own change after being left to fend for themselves against impossible circumstances — even during her pregnancy.'
'They knew something had to change, but they also didn't want to stop supporting the queen. One can't help but wonder if things might have been different if a family member or two had stood up for them during the darkest times.'
Omid Scobie revealed how the Duke and Duchess of Sussex felt their exit from royal life 'wasn't necessary', but how they felt forced into it - especially after they were left to 'fend for themselves' during Meghan's pregnancy, seen at the Mountbatten Festival of Music
Be a lady in red like Meghan in a dress by Safiyaa
What could possibly be better than a Duke and Duchess of Sussex appearance to brighten up a dreary weekend? And in color coordinating outfits, no less!
The duo arrived at the Mountbatten Festival of Music in London on Saturday night and Meghan took our breath away with this beautiful red-on-red look.
Hailing from Safiyaa's PF19 Collection, Meghan's 'Kalika' dress features a gorgeous shoulder cape silhouette, back drape detailing and slits around the lower leg. Meghan accessorized her look with a pair of red pumps and a beautiful satin clutch bag by Manolo Blahnik (instantly recognizable thanks to the jewel embellishment!).
Fancy emulating Meghan's style for your next fancy soiree? The good news is that this piece is available to buy now via the link to your right. The 'Kalika' dress will set you back $1815 but you're bound to keep it forever!
Alternatively, peruse our edit for similar cape-style dresses to suit all budgets and styles. While you're there, pick up Meghan's Manolo Blahnik clutch bag. Duchess-approved style is just a click away!
Omid also revealed that Meghan will continue to prioritise the Association of Commonwealth Universities after she steps down as their royal patron on Marchie 31.
The Duchess revealed that education is particularly close to her heart, and as a former scholarship student and vice president of the Queen’s Commonwealth Trust and a former scholarship student herself she is keen to stay involved.
Meghan was said to be particularly impressed with Halima Ali, a lawyer from Kenya studying at London’s Queen Mary University and Archana Kaliyaraj Selva Kumar, a chemistry student at Oxford University.
The Commonwealth Day service was Harry and Meghan's final royal duty as senior royals before they bow out and embrace their new life in North America - after announcing their intention to step down in January.
Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, Patron of the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU), meeting Commonwealth Scholars, Chevening Scholars and an ACU Blue Charter Fellow from 11 Commonwealth countries - Malawi, India, Cameroon, Bangladesh, Nigeria, Pakistan, Ghana, Rwanda, Kenya, Malaysia and Sri Lanka - at Buckingham Palace
Omid shared his dismay at the abrupt end to the Sussexes time as royals, revealing their household 'was a smaller operation, with less resources' than the 'more sophisticated offices at Clarence House and Kensington Palace', with a loyal team that was 'like a family'.
Meghan is reported to have flown back to Canada soon after the Commonwealth Service, with Omid revealing she wanted to 'be home before Archie woke up'.
From March 31, the monarch's grandson and American former actress Meghan will no longer use their HRH styles as they pursue a new private life continuing to support charities close to their heart as they become financially independent.
According to Omid, Harry, 35, was 'heartbroken' at having to give up his military honours after serving 10 years in the British army, while Meghan, 38, shed tears at the farewell party the couple threw for their staff. They are seen meeting with The Queen's Commonwealth Trust
