Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, appears on the striking new cover of Harper’s Bazaar’s December 2025/January 2026 Art Issue — and she does so with a look that immediately captured attention. The 44-year-old mother of two posed barefaced, her hair pulled back, and her natural features taking centre stage.
In the cover portrait, she wears a black silk blazer with a low neckline and a waist tie, paired with elegant diamond earrings. The headline reads: “Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, Meets Her Moment.”
A second image in the feature shows Meghan in a bold, sleeveless red gown, complete with a dramatic cape falling over one shoulder — a powerful contrast to the simplicity of her cover look.
Learning Through Imperfection
In her conversation with Harper’s Bazaar, Meghan reflected on the value of facing life’s imperfect moments head-on.
“You learn not to do it again,” she shared. “If everything goes smoothly, there’s nothing to take away from it. Growth comes from the lessons.”
She connected this mindset to motherhood, explaining how watching Archie, 6, and Lilibet, 4, navigate everyday challenges has shaped her perspective.
“I see my children encounter things that feel overwhelming to them. And I can say, ‘I know it seems really hard right now, but this will feel effortless soon.’ I try to give myself that same grace as a founder. There is no such thing as perfect — mistakes are part of the process.”
Meghan added that striving for perfection removes the joy from life:
“There isn’t much fun in trying to be flawless.”
A Glimpse Into Her Marriage With Prince Harry
The Duchess also opened up about her relationship with Prince Harry, whom she married in 2018. She spoke warmly about the depth of his support and the unique perspective he brings.
“He loves me boldly and completely,” she said. “He sees things online that I might never come across, and he always looks out for me. No one in the world loves me more than he does.”
Meghan explained that Harry brings a sense of playfulness into their everyday routine.
“He has this childlike wonder — it shows up in our life, our home, and even in business. I want us to play, explore, have fun, and stay creative together.”
Paris Fashion Week: A Quietly Planned Appearance
Meghan also addressed her unexpected appearance at the Balenciaga show during Paris Fashion Week in September — a moment that went viral across social media. The event marked the debut of her friend Pierpaolo Piccioli as creative director.
“I was excited for him,” she said. “I reached out and told him I was happy to come support. We kept the visit quiet, and it ended up being a really lovely experience.”
Balancing Work, Visibility, and Motherhood
Throughout the interview, Meghan described the balance she strives to maintain between her role as a parent and her professional commitments.
“I enjoy being able to do both,” she explained. “The moment you start making decisions based only on outside judgment, you lose your authenticity.”
She noted that her boundaries strengthened naturally once she found herself in the public eye.
“You learn ways to protect yourself — sometimes through self-preservation, sometimes through maturity. It’s part of growing up.”