Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have given an early Christmas present
as it was revealed that the royal
couple donated to the first Annual Montecito Car Parade of Lights.
In an article for The Montecito Journal, it
was said that the pair were
among the first to make a donation to the event, which they also sponsored.
The event saw residents lining the streets as brightly lit cars passed through
the town, while an antique fire engine made up the rear, where a Santa Claus
threw sweets out for the children that had gathered to watch.
Meghan was spotted in Montecito earlier on
Friday as she enjoyed a solo shopping trip ahead of the festive season.
She
kept a low profile dressed in one of her signature Massimo Dutti coats teamed
with brown knee-high boots. She accessorized with a camel beanie hat and
sunglasses.
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| The couple will be celebrating their first year as a family-of-four |
The
Duchess popped into Pierre Lafond’s famous market and deli, which sells fresh
food, specialty groceries and organic produce amongst a collection of cards,
gifts and house-baked treats.
The
Duke and Duchess are currently preparing for their first Christmas celebration
now that they’re a family of four after they welcomed daughter Lilibet back in
June.
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| The couple now live in Montecito |
The Duchess shared a series of tips with the
publication as the founder of the lifestyle blog The TIG, all of which
makes for a surprisingly affordable day come 25 December.
When
it came to decorating, Meghan advised: “When creating a table-scape, keep
it simple and crisp with an all-white tablecloth, runner and napkins. Accent
with gilded plates and napkin rings and use a stylish set of cutlery. All white
flowers placed in the low vases are the perfect centerpiece. Traditionally,
garland or magnolia branches are used to adorn a stairwell banister or mantle.
Take this concept and trim the outline of a mirror or beautiful piece of
artwork that is centrally located in your entry hallway or living room. Use
mint julep cups or Moscow mule mugs as low vases instead of drinking mugs. Fill
with savory herbs or all white florals.”
