**Meghan Markle’s Lavish Style Showdown with Catherine: A Closer Look**

A recent report has surfaced, suggesting that Harry's wife, Meghan Markle, is planning to make a substantial investment in her wardrobe to outshine Catherine, the Duchess of Cambridge.

This wouldn't be the first time the former actress has splurged on extravagant outfits to steal the spotlight from the Princess of Wales.

Last July, Meghan and Harry made a trip to New York City to mark Nelson Mandela International Day.

During their evening out, the couple dined at an exclusive restaurant, where Meghan turned heads in an ensemble strikingly similar to one previously worn by Catherine at the Top Gun Maverick movie premiere in London a few weeks earlier.

Meghan Markle's outfit choice, totaling a whopping $42,400, aimed to surpass Catherine's elegant attire from the premiere.

Catherine had donned Roland Marrette's signature two-tone Lambeau dress worth $1,800, paired with accessories including Alexander McQueen's Beetlebox bag valued at $2,800, suede pumps from a 2016 Prada collection, and earrings from Robinson Pellum's Tsar collection costing $13,150.

In contrast, Meghan opted for a look exceeding $44,500, carefully curated to outshine her sister-in-law during a romantic dinner with Harry.

The Duchess of Sussex's ensemble comprised the Vicky jumpsuit by Gabriela Hurst priced at $5,600, Aquazzura's bow tie sandals at $720, Bottega Veneta's Puccini Geraccio bag at $3,900, a Jennifer Meyer mini basal tennis gold bracelet at $3,075, two chiffon rings totaling $3,500, a Cartier love bracelet at $5,300, and a Tank Francais gold watch by Cartier valued at approximately $22,900, bringing the total cost to $45,180.

Additionally, an undisclosed source revealed to Globe that Meghan has been rigorously working out and maintaining a strict healthy diet after noticing Catherine's weight loss.

The source disclosed that Meghan has always harbored envy towards Kate's figure and often emulates her style choices.

However, pulling off certain looks proves challenging for Meghan due to the size difference between them, with Kate being a few sizes smaller and ultra-slim.

To achieve her desired physique, Meghan reportedly engages in continuous workouts with a personal instructor, focusing on Pilates and yoga routines.

Despite rumors swirling around Meghan's lavish spending and style rivalry with Catherine, her absence from King Charles III's coronation has raised eyebrows.

Royal expert Tom Bauer suggests that Catherine played a pivotal role in preventing Meghan from attending the coronation, with no intention of welcoming her presence.

Bauer alleges that Catherine even warned Meghan that if she did attend, she would be relegated to sitting at the back, hinting at underlying tensions between the two.

Moreover, Meghan's decision to skip the coronation could also stem from her reluctance to face Catherine and Camilla, who hold higher ranks in the royal hierarchy.

Additionally, Meghan may be apprehensive about having to curtsy to the women she and Harry have publicly criticized, as she seemingly perceives herself as superior to them.

Bauer characterizes Prince Harry's attendance at the coronation as a contentious compromise, emphasizing the constitutional significance of his presence.

In light of potential future scenarios, Bauer speculates that in the event of unforeseen circumstances affecting Prince William and his heirs, King Harry could potentially ascend to the throne following King Charles.

As discussions surrounding Prince Harry's role in the monarchy persist, Bauer underscores the complexities surrounding his participation, particularly in relation to the Buckingham Palace balcony tradition.

The prospect of Harry's presence on the balcony raises questions about the implications of including other controversial figures, such as Prince Andrew, during King Charles' reign.