Meghan Markle wanted to see freckles on the cover of guest edited issue of British magazine; Here's Why

As a collaborator, Meghan Markle had specific instructions laid out for famed photographer Peter Lindbergh who revealed that the Duchess wanted the entire photoshoot to be natural.

By Pinkvilla Desk

Updated on Jul 30, 2019 | 08:02 AM IST | 2M

Meghan played an important role in choosing each detail of the campaign.

Meghan Markle made waves in international media on Monday when the Sussex Royal Instagram account announced that the Duchess of Sussex is the Guest Editor for the September issue of British Vogue. The Duchess of Sussex created history as she became the first guest editor for a September issue in the magazine’s 103-year history. The magazine's impactful cover which was released saw 15 women from diverse backgrounds and ethnicities come together for the cover titled 'Forces of Change'. And as a collaborator, Meghan had specific instructions laid out.

Meghan played an important role in choosing each detail of the campaign. From the 15 women to the campaign's photographer, Meghan has closely worked with the magazine's Editor-in-Chief over a period of seven months to curate the issue. According to a report in People, Editor-in-chief Edward Enninful revealed that he and Meghan both chose famed photographer Peter Lindbergh for the cover shoot.

Lindbergh told Vogue that he spoke to Meghan over the phone on the morning of the New York shoot. "My instructions from the Duchess were clear: ‘I want to see freckles!' Well, that was like running through open doors for me. I love freckles," the photographer revealed. Meghan has not shied away from showing off her own freckles which she proudly did during her royal wedding to Prince Harry in May 2018.

The British Vogue issue also features a candid conversation between Meghan and former First Lady Michelle Obama. As well as an interview between husband Prince Harry and Dr. Jane Goodall. Take a look at it below:

We are proud to announce that Her Royal Highness, The Duchess of Sussex is the Guest Editor for the September issue of @BritishVogue. For the past seven months, The Duchess has curated the content with British Vogue's Editor-in-Chief Edward Enninful to create an issue that highlights the power of the collective. They have named the issue: “Forces for Change” For the cover, The Duchess chose a diverse selection of women from all walks of life, each driving impact and raising the bar for equality, kindness, justice and open mindedness. The sixteenth space on the cover, a mirror, was included so that when you hold the issue in your hands, you see yourself as part of this collective. The women on the cover include: @AdwoaAboah @AdutAkech @SomaliBoxer @JacindaArdern @TheSineadBurke @Gemma_Chan @LaverneCox @JaneFonda @SalmaHayek @FrankieGoesToHayward @JameelaJamilOfficial @Chimamanda_Adichie @YaraShahidi @GretaThunberg @CTurlington We are excited to announce that within the issue you’ll find: an exclusive interview between The Duchess and former First Lady of the United States Michelle Obama, a candid conversation between The Duke of Sussex and Dr Jane Goodall, inspirational articles written by Brené Brown, Jameela Jamil and many others. Equally, you’ll find grassroots organisations and incredible trailblazers working tirelessly behind the scenes to change the world for the better. “Guest Editing the September issue of British Vogue has been rewarding, educational and inspiring. To deep dive into this process, working quietly behind the scenes for so many months, I am happy to now be able to share what we have created. A huge thanks to all of the friends who supported me in this endeavour, lending their time and energy to help within these pages and on the cover. Thank you for saying “Yes!” - and to Edward, thank you for this wonderful opportunity.” - The Duchess of Sussex #ForcesForChange