Princess Anne was ‘distant’ as Meghan Markle tried to strike up friendship with her, expert claims

The process of getting to know one’s partner’s family can be a daunting experience, and this is especially true when the partner is a member of the Royal Family. When Meghan Markle began to become acquainted with Prince Harry’s royal relatives, it must have been a nerve-racking experience indeed.

Now residing in California, far from the rest of the Royal Family, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex once adhered to centuries-old royal traditions and protocols during their two years as working royals. These protocols dictated how Meghan got to know her in-laws. Body language expert Judi James has shed light on Meghan’s relationship with the late Queen Elizabeth II and Princess Anne.

According to James, the body language exhibited by Prince William towards his sister-in-law Meghan appears to be verging on cold. She stated, “It is hard to find any pose that has William and Meghan displaying even that polite warmth.” This observation provides insight into the dynamics within the Royal Family and the challenges Meghan may have faced in integrating into this unique environment.

The body language expert James provides an insightful analysis of the interactions between the late Queen Elizabeth II, Prince William, and the Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle. According to James, the “warmest gesture” Prince William extended to Meghan was when he beckoned her to join them during the walkabout following the Queen’s passing.

James highlights that the late monarch herself displayed heartwarming body language towards Meghan, suggesting a grandmother-granddaughter dynamic. During their trip together to open the Mersey Gateway Bridge in 2018, they were observed laughing together, seemingly sharing a joke.

Furthermore, James notes that Meghan’s subtle body language, such as her attentive eye contact, eye-wrinkled smiles, and tendency to giggle behind her hand, indicated a collusive and even secret-sharing relationship with the Queen. These observations provide insights into the interpersonal dynamics and potential warmth between the royal family members.

The body language and fashion choices of Meghan Markle and Queen Elizabeth II during their public appearances together have been analyzed by experts, providing insights into their relationship dynamics. James, an observer, suggested that Meghan “mirrored the Queen” by adopting similar seated postures and waving gestures, indicating a close bond or Meghan’s respect for the monarch.

Melissa Lund, a personal stylist and image coach, noted that Meghan’s decision to wear cream-colored outfits prevented her from “detracting” attention from the Queen, who often donned eye-catching, vibrant colors to command the spotlight. This sartorial choice implied a close friendship or, at the very least, a deep respect from the Duchess towards the Queen.

While Meghan opted for a minimalistic Structured Shoulder Cape Wool Dress by Givenchy, the Queen wore a lime green floral dress ensemble, complete with a statement hat and jacket. James claims that in addition to establishing a rapport with the Queen, Meghan was also eager to forge a connection with Princess Anne, another member of the Gloucestershire royal family.

James observed that Meghan appeared attentive and eager to foster a connection with Princess Anne. He noted that Meghan employed similar eye contact and shared humor techniques that she had previously used when attempting to establish a friendship with the late Queen. However, James pointed out a distinct difference in how the Queen and Princess Anne responded to Meghan’s engagement efforts. While the Queen reciprocated, Anne’s eye gaze tended to be more distant, which James attributed to her generally more formal demeanor during public events.