The wedding of Peter Phillips and Harriet Sperling has dealt another blow to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, as the couple's understated ceremony was praised for its dignity and restraint, in stark contrast to the Sussexes' 2018 wedding.
A Tale of Two Weddings
Many will recall the sermon delivered by Michael Curry at the 2018 wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. Watching it again, the cringeworthy nature of the address is unmistakable. Prince William, Princess Catherine, and Princess Beatrice were seen stifling giggles, while the late Queen Elizabeth II sat straight-faced. Meghan, in her wedding dress, wore a self-satisfied, almost smug expression, as if she took personal glee in the awkwardness. It seemed clear that she and Harry selected the bishop to ensure their wedding stood out from previous royal ceremonies, ruffling feathers and making sure everyone was talking about them.
This might have been excusable if the Sussexes had remained in the UK to fulfill their duties. Meghan could have brought a modern edge to the Crown and extended its reach in America. However, their decision to move to the US has left their wedding remembered more for its infamy than its joy.
Peter Phillips and Harriet Sperling: A Model of Restraint
In contrast, the recent wedding of Peter Phillips and Harriet Sperling was praised by royal fans for its class and restraint. The couple, who are not at the top of the royal hierarchy, understood their position and marked their union with a modest yet beautiful service at All Saints' Church in Kemble, Gloucestershire. They did not seek to send a message to the world or cause a ruckus, enjoying their big day with dignity.
The media captured photos of guests arriving and leaving, while the couple exchanged vows inside. Later, they celebrated privately on Princess Anne's Gatcombe Park estate, away from the public eye.
The Sussexes' Ongoing Need for Attention
Meanwhile, Harry and Meghan recently released photos of their reception and first dance, including a particularly awkward image of Harry puckering up for a kiss from his wife. The public did not request these images, yet they were published on the same day as the King and Queen's important visit to Northern Ireland, seemingly an attempt to steal the limelight.
It is clear that the Sussexes are incapable of displaying the dignity shown by Peter Phillips and his new wife. Their need for attention continues to overshadow any sense of royal decorum.
