The Duchess Commentary

The Duchess Commentary
Thoughts on the Duchess of Cambridge, the Duchess of Sussex,
and the rest of the British Royal Family
Fascinated by The Royal Family, in particular Kate and Meghan? Me too. Here we will examine the Duchess' fashion, marriages, children, and work within The Royal Family - and, of course, we'll talk about the rest of the Family, too.
Kate could not be more lovely in her first ever podcast
I can remember watching Kate’s first speech as the Duchess of Cambridge in March 2012. She looks, and sounds, absolutely terrified. She...
Pop quiz: How did these Royal couples meet?
How well do you know Royal love stories? Take this quiz on how these Royal couples met and stay tuned for the answers Monday! If you...
Meghan’s sage Valentine’s Day advice
It’s nearly Valentine’s Day, a holiday I hate, even when I’m in a committed relationship. When I’m single, it reminds me that I’m single;...
This Just In: Peter Phillips and wife Autumn to divorce + William and Kate’s next tour announced
Okay, so I kind of feel like shit for saying on the blog two weeks ago that Peter Phillips was the sexiest member of the Royal Family....
More details emerge about Bea’s wedding
Just as we predicted on the blog the other day – before it was officially announced, might I add – Princess Beatrice will marry Edoardo...
History Lesson: The significance of February 6 in the Royal Family
Today, February 6, is one of the saddest days of the year for Queen Elizabeth II. On this day in 1952, she and husband Philip were abroad...
Do we (finally) have a Royal Wedding date?
According to Cosmopolitan, we can mark our calendars: Insiders are saying Princess Beatrice will marry fiancé Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi on...
What’s my favorite part of the Sussexes’ new working model?
If you haven’t gone and taken a hard look at the new Sussex Royal website, you should. Click here. My key takeaways mostly revolve around...
Kate’s stress is reportedly at an all-time high
After Harry and Meghan’s exit from the Family earlier this month, Kate has been shouldering more work than ever – and no letup is in...
What is Harry and Meghan’s money situation in Sussex 2.0?
One of my fellow Royal Watchers (hi, Jessica D. – gotta clarify because there are multiple Royal Watcher Jessicas that I know) and I were...
Members of the Family who work outside of the Family – like Harry and Meghan now will
When it comes to next steps for Harry and Meghan’s work, so much is uncertain. Will Meghan do voiceovers for Disney? Will she produce,...
The final piece in this series: Meghan’s writings in Time
This week on the blog you’ll read not my words, but the words of the Duchess of Cambridge and the Duchess of Sussex. Finally, let’s read...
Meghan’s writings in Elle, part two
This week on the blog you’ll read not my words, but the words of the Duchess of Cambridge and the Duchess of Sussex. Next up, Meghan’s...
Meanwhile, Kate is working her tail off
Things are shifting within the Firm, and now, with the forever absence of Harry and Meghan, more work than ever is falling on the...
For what it’s worth, Harry and Meghan look really, really happy
If you’re like me – a longtime Royal Watcher – so many statements from Her Majesty about her Family’s personal life (and, I guess, a...
Meghan’s writings in Elle
This week on the blog you’ll read not my words, but the words of the Duchess of Cambridge and the Duchess of Sussex. Next up, Meghan’s...
Meghan’s writings in Darling Magazine
This week on the blog you’ll read not my words, but the words of the Duchess of Cambridge and the Duchess of Sussex. Next up, Meghan’s...
Kate’s writings in the Huffington Post
This week on the blog you’ll read not my words, but the words of the Duchess of Cambridge and the Duchess of Sussex. (Yes, I obviously...
Happy birthday on Monday to Sophie – the hardest working Royal you’ve never heard of
One of the hardest working Royals turns 55 on Monday – and you may not have even heard of her. Sophie, Countess of Wessex, is one of the...




















