Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been under intense media scrutiny ever since they announced their decision to step away from their royal duties in the British monarchy.
Opting for a new life in sunny California, their move has sparked endless speculation and gossip. Among the recent rumors swirling around, one particularly intriguing story suggests a rift between the couple, with Prince Harry allegedly living separately from Meghan. This rumor gained traction when Meghan Markle was spotted dining at the exclusive Cipriani Italian restaurant in Beverly Hills, accompanied by a notable figure, CLA Waight Keller.
However, Prince Harry was conspicuously absent from the scene. Despite the swirling gossip, British fashion designer CLA Waight Keller, known for her close ties with the royal family, has stepped forward to clarify the situation. According to the Royal Secrets YouTube channel, Prince Harry does indeed reside with Meghan Markle.
However, CLA sheds light on why Prince Harry skipped the outing at the celebrity hotspot. She reveals that the couple had engaged in a heated argument in Montecito over financial matters, leading to Prince Harry's temporary relocation from their shared residence.
Despite their relocation to California, their ties with British designers remain strong. CLA Waight Keller, the creative mind behind Meghan's iconic boatneck wedding dress worn during her marriage to Prince Harry in 2018, has maintained a close relationship with the couple.
Despite the geographical distance, CLA has described her bond with Meghan as akin to a "personal girlfriend relationship," which blossomed during the design process. This connection was evident when CLA appeared in Harry and Meghan's Netflix series, aired in December 2022, where she discussed the meticulous craftsmanship behind Meghan's wedding gown, which took approximately 3,900 hours to create.
Reflecting on her collaboration with Meghan, CLA reminisced during the 2023 Bizarre Artworks Summit in London, offering insights into the process of preparing the former actress for her big day. She emphasized the personal nature of their relationship, nurtured during countless fittings and discussions about the gown's design. Beyond the wedding, Meghan continued to turn to CLA's designs for various high-profile engagements, including a notable outing with the Queen in June 2018.
The meticulous attention to detail in Meghan's wedding attire was evident, with the delicate floral motifs on her veil representing all 53 countries of the Commonwealth. Working tirelessly, CLA and her team spent hundreds of hours ensuring every stitch was perfect, with constant care to keep the silk and threads pristine. Meghan's wedding dress itself was a masterpiece of classic elegance, featuring a boat neckline, 3/4 length sleeves, and a flowing A-line skirt with a train measuring nearly six feet. CLA affectionately recalled the collaborative process, expressing her joy in creating something so meaningful in such a private manner.
As CLA reminisced about the process during the Bizarre Artworks Summit, she highlighted the immense pressure of crafting a gown for a wedding watched by billions worldwide. The dress had to be flawless, reflecting Meghan's grace and style while standing up to the scrutiny of the public eye. For CLA, it was a pleasure to contribute to such a historic moment, ensuring that Meghan's attire was nothing short of perfection, resonating with the significance of the occasion.
