After a wave of excitement stirred by Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s latest Christmas card, many have been curious about what Prince William and Kate Middleton think of the whole affair. Within just two days of the Sussexes sharing their holiday message, the Wales’ have finally made their presence felt online.
If you haven’t kept pace with the latest buzz surrounding the royal family, don’t fret. We’re here to bring you up to speed…
Prince William and Kate’s Subtle Social Media Comeback
This Wednesday, Harry and Meghan shared their annual ‘official’ Christmas card, emailed to supporters of their Archewell Foundation. This isn’t anything new; since their marriage in 2018, the couple has shared festive greetings each year with photos capturing moments from their lives.
In 2020, their card featured son Archie beside his parents by a festively decorated playhouse. In 2021, they released an image holding baby Lilibet. However, over the next two years, the Sussexes chose not to include Archie or Lilibet, citing security concerns, and used a solitary photo of themselves instead.
What’s Unique About This Year’s Card?
This year, though, the Sussexes opted for a collage-style card, showcasing snaps from various points of the year, including their charitable works abroad, such as their August visit to Colombia. One picture showed their children running to them from behind, making it a personal snapshot of family life.
The card extended joyful holiday wishes from the couple, signed by the Office of Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. However, this innovative approach caused quite a chatter online, with some royal observers deeming it a departure from traditional royal customs.
Expert Opinions on Royal Traditions
Grant Harrold, former butler to King Charles III, explained to Tyla, “A royal Christmas card is typically a simple photograph. Harry and Meghan’s choice this year, a montage, is far from traditional.” Harrold noted that the protocol typically involves a single, uncomplicated image.
William and Kate usually release their Christmas cards on the 25th, each showcasing either a snapshot of the whole family or a group shot with their children George, Charlotte, and Louis.
William and Kate’s Response to the Buzz
Despite the comparisons and the public’s curiosity about their opinion, William and Kate have remained characteristically reserved on the topic. Rather than addressing the Christmas card hubbub directly, they instead shared a delightful performance video on their social media.
The Kensington Palace account featured soul singer Gregory Porter from an earlier holiday concert organized by Kate at Westminster Abbey. The singer initially posted the video, noting it was an honor to perform at the event, which the royal couple then shared on their platforms.
So for now, the future King and Queen seem content to focus on spreading cheer rather than diving into the Christmas card quandary, maintaining their typical dignified poise amidst royal matters.
The discussions, opinions, and the buzzing environment surrounding the holiday traditions of our modern royals will undoubtedly keep many curious and engaged as we inch closer to another festive season.
