In a recent development that has stirred conversation, Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, has been spotted using the title 'HRH' (His/Her Royal Highness) on a personal card, despite previous agreements made when she and Prince Harry stepped back from their royal duties. This incident raises questions about the couple's adherence to the terms set forth during their dramatic exit from royal life.

The couple, currently residing in California, has been actively involved in various projects, including producing a Netflix show and launching a podcast focused on entrepreneurship. It was in this context that a gift basket was presented to Jamie Kern Lima, a successful entrepreneur in the cosmetics industry. Accompanying the gift was a card that read: 'With the Compliments of HRH The Duchess of Sussex.'

Sources close to Meghan and Harry have come forward to clarify that this use of the 'HRH' title was not intended to violate any agreements made with the royal family. They emphasize that the title was only used in a private context and not for any public or commercial purpose. According to these sources, this card was sent over a year ago as part of a personal gift, which indicates it was meant solely for private interactions rather than publicity.

The couple's agreement with Buckingham Palace, established when they formally stepped down as senior royals in 2020, stipulated that they would not use their HRH titles in public or commercial settings. However, the titles themselves remain intact, leading to discussions about the implications of using them privately. This nuanced distinction suggests that while Meghan may not be using 'HRH' to endorse products from her 'As Ever' range or during her appearances in the Netflix cooking series, she still retains the use of the title in a personal capacity.

In the podcast episode featuring Jamie Kern Lima, Meghan elaborated on her personal experiences, sharing anecdotes about her relationship with Prince Harry. She recalled the early days of their romance, stating, 'You have to imagine at the beginning, everyone has, like, butterflies. Then we immediately went into the trenches together. Yeah, right out of the gate, like six months into dating.'

Reflecting on their growth as a couple, Meghan remarked, 'So now, seven years later, when you have a little bit of breathing space, you can just enjoy each other in a new way, and thats why I feel like its more of a honeymoon period for us now.'

The royal couple's decision to step down from their royal duties caused a significant shift in their lives, leading them to initially move to Canada before settling in the United States. At the time of their departure, Buckingham Palace issued a statement confirming that the Sussexes would not utilize their HRH titles because they were no longer working members of the Royal Family and would no longer receive public funding.

Similar to Meghan and Harry, Prince Andrew, another member of the royal family who stepped back from royal duties, also does not use the HRH title in any official capacity. However, he retains the title nonetheless. The recent incident involving Meghan has reignited discussions about the use of royal titles and the couple's ongoing relationship with the monarchy.