Meghan Markle’s bold makeup-free Harper’s Bazaar cover: Hit or miss?
Meghan Markle appears on the cover of the latest Harper's Bazaar magazine.
Image: Instagram / harpersbazaarus
Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, is gracing the December/January cover of Harper's Bazaar, and she's doing it without any makeup.
In a move that's sparked both praise and debate across social media, the Duchess appears makeup-free, opting for a natural, authentic look that is meant to allow her radiant personality to shine through.
Shot by the talented Malick Bodian and styled by Carlos Nazario, the cover shows Meghan embracing a more understated aesthetic, a step away from some of her more glamorous past appearances.
Following in the footsteps of other celebs going makeup-free like Pamela Anderson and Alecia Keys, it’s a bold statement in the often highly curated world of celebrity covers, and it’s certainly got people talking.
As with most things involving the mother of two, the internet has been buzzing with mixed reactions to her makeup-free cover.
Some are absolutely loving it, applauding her for her bravery and for challenging conventional beauty standards.
While others have nothing good to say about.
X user @Sussex5525 wrote: “Zoom in and take a close look at this Meghan Sussex’ Harper’s Bazaar MaKeup Free Cover! It is everything! It enhances Meghan’s beauty! When one look at it, one sees Meghan in all her natural beauty, a soulful portrait! Meghan is simple elegance itself!”
“ABSOLUTELY BREATHTAKING and UNDENIABLY ICONIC!” @house_of_sussex commented.
However, on the flipside, @TheFabBookLover commented: “This is the ugliest picture I’ve ever seen on a mag cover. Thank God I cancelled Harper’s Bazaar years ago. Meghan Markle is really not a beautiful woman. She looks 100% like the bully, fake, race-baiting fraud that she is.”
“Old washed-up MM finally got her cover. These photos are so awful I wonder who she ticked off at Harper’s Bazaar,” wrote @hrrysgreysuit.
The decision to go sans-makeup seems to align with the themes explored in her accompanying interview, where Meghan delves into authenticity, her journey, and, of course, her strong bond with Prince Harry.
“No one in the world loves me more than him,” Meghan shares, a quote that gives us a glimpse into the profound connection she and Harry share.
It's a powerful affirmation of their relationship, underscoring the deep affection and unwavering support they find in each other.
Amidst the relentless scrutiny the couple face, this simple statement reminds us of the core of their partnership.