Meghan Markle's Royal Manicure: Why The Duchess Follows Strict Nail Rules

Adapting to the Crown: Meghan's Royal Rules

Listen, folks, the moment Meghan Markle said "I do" to Prince Harry, her life changed in ways most of us can’t even imagine. Now, she’s not just adapting to a new family—she’s stepping into the world of British royalty. And let me tell you, there’s a whole lot of rules to follow. One of the more interesting ones? She can’t rock dark nail polish. Why? It’s all about maintaining the royal image. Queen Elizabeth has set the bar high when it comes to etiquette, and that includes how the royal family presents themselves in public. According to OK! magazine, wearing flashy nail colors or fake nails is considered, well, "vulgar" during official engagements. That’s right—no bold reds or mysterious blacks for Meghan.

Essie's Ballet Slippers: The Queen's Go-To Shade

On her wedding day, May 19, Meghan Markle stepped into the spotlight with her nails painted in a soft, subtle hue. That shade? None other than Essie's Ballet Slippers, the same color the Queen herself often chooses. According to reports, Meghan's hairdresser described this shade as "the only color Her Majesty would wear." So, it seems Meghan took a page directly from the Queen’s playbook. And hey, if it's good enough for the Queen, it's good enough for the Duchess of Sussex!

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And guess what? Kate Middleton, Meghan's sister-in-law, follows the same rule. Back in April 2011, when Kate tied the knot with Prince William, she also chose Essie's Ballet Slippers. That’s right—Kate has stuck to neutral hues ever since, ensuring her manicure aligns perfectly with royal standards. Clearly, the royal family has a thing for understated elegance.

Princess Training: Getting Ready for the Crown

When Meghan and Harry posed for their engagement photos in November 2017, Meghan already seemed to be embracing the royal aesthetic with a nail color that looked suspiciously like Ballet Slippers. Since then, she’s been sticking to lighter shades, a choice that likely stems from the months of intense princess training she underwent before the wedding. “She doesn’t want to ruffle any royal feathers,” a source told Life & Style. “She’s determined to be fully prepared for her new role, mastering every detail of what it means to be a royal.”