Meghan Markle and Anna Wintour shared a warm embrace at Paris Fashion Week, sparking speculation about their relationship. The Duchess of Sussex made a solo appearance at the prestigious event, her first European visit in three years. Notably absent was Prince Harry as Meghan captivated the audience in an all-white ensemble at Balenciaga’s Spring/Summer 2026 show.
Despite past rumors of tension between Meghan and Anna, the two appeared cordial, exchanging kisses and compliments on each other’s attire. This display of camaraderie seemed to dispel any lingering gossip about their alleged rift, particularly following reported conflicts over Meghan’s involvement with Vogue.
In 2019, Meghan served as a guest editor for British Vogue, contributing to the highly successful “Forces for Change” edition. However, disagreements arose over Meghan’s supposed demands for editorial control, leading to strained relations with the magazine’s team. Although attempts were made to secure dual covers for the US and UK issues, obstacles arose due to conflicting cover star commitments, ultimately resulting in the cancellation of the feature.
While reports suggest a rift between Meghan and the magazine’s editors, sources indicate that a level of mutual respect remains. Body language expert Judi James analyzed their recent encounter at Fashion Week, noting the formalities of their interaction. Despite the outward display of friendliness, deeper sentiments may linger beneath the surface.
In contrast, Kate Middleton has enjoyed success with Vogue, securing a feature in a milestone issue and reportedly being offered a global cover opportunity with editorial autonomy. Rumors surrounding Wintour’s involvement in extending the offer to Kate were met with ambiguity, adding to the intrigue surrounding royal appearances in the fashion world.