A significant strain reportedly developed between royal siblings following critical remarks made about one brother’s wife in a published memoir. Observers note the most damaging aspect wasn’t direct personal criticism but rather perceived disrespect toward the spouse who had maintained positive family relationships.
The wife in question had consistently demonstrated support for both brothers throughout their relationship, often acting as a mediator during earlier tensions. Her efforts to maintain family harmony made subsequent public criticism particularly painful for her husband to witness.
The conflict stems from wedding preparations several years earlier, when disagreements arose over bridesmaid attire. According to accounts, the wife contacted the bride-to-be regarding fitting issues with a flower girl dress. The conversation reportedly grew tense when additional alterations were requested shortly before the ceremony, leading to an emotional response from the bride.
Though apologies were exchanged following the incident, including a personal visit with flowers and a note, the relationship between the couples never fully recovered. The bride later stated she had moved past the disagreement, but the published account reopened old wounds.
Family dynamics experts suggest that criticism directed toward supportive spouses often creates deeper rifts than personal attacks, as it triggers protective instincts and undermines previously positive relationships.
