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This Is the One Thing Stopping Prince Harry From Marrying Meghan Markle

By Now to Love

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It appears to be only a matter of time before Prince Harry puts a big ol’ sparkler on actress Meghan Markle’s finger, but before we can start planning their royal wedding, he’ll need to get the approval of one very special person first.

As the fifth-in-line to the British throne, Harry will have to gain the permission of none other than his grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II.

It’s not just a sign of respect, but rather a law first established as the Royal Marriages Act 1772, which can see the 90-year-old deny a family member the chance to marry their chosen beloved.

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It’s unlikely the monarch will say no – particular as reports back in December claimed her to be “fully supportive” of her 32-year-old grandson’s blossoming relationship.

But a meeting with The Queen may be a while off yet, after all Duchess Catherine didn’t meet Her Majesty until five years into her relationship with Prince William.

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After the law was repealed and replaced with more lax restrictions, the only members now required to attain HRH’s permission are Prince Charles, Prince William, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, Prince Harry and Prince Andrew.

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According to a royal insider, the pair have been “inseparable” in recent months, spending plenty of quality time help up in Harry’s two-bedroom Nottingham Cottage on the Kensington Palace grounds, reports People magazine.

“They are really just enjoying spending time together,” the source tells, adding that an engagement is “certainly one possible outcome”.

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“It just feels very natural for them both,” the insider continues. “It feels easy — like they’ve known each other for a long time.”

And while they recently escaped to Norway together, Harry and Meghan, 35, are next predicted to take their love to the slopes on an upcoming ski trip.

We’re just happy to see Prince Harry to in love!

This post was written by Katie Skelly. For more, check out our sister site Now To Love.

NEXT: These photos prove Meghan Markle and Kate Middleton are style twins!

  1. Kate Middleton Harry Girlfriend Style

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    Both Kate and Meghan have done the white button-down blouse and hat look on sunny days.

  2. Kate Middleton Harry Girlfriend Na Dresses

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    The navy dress and black leather satchel Meghan wore to a TODAY show taping in New York was a slightly sexier take on a typical polished princess look, such as the one Kate donned at London's Heathrow airport for a flight to Canada.

  4. Kate Middleton Harry Girlfriend Style Graphic Skirt

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    What pairs best with a graphic-print skirt? A white blouse, of course.

  5. Kate Middleton Harry Girlfriend Style Red Dress

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    Both were striking in red; Meghan at a TODAY Show appearance and Kate at an event in Canada.

  6. Kate And Meghan Style Twin Lace

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    Meghan made lace her friend for a TV event in West Hollywood, choosing a short mini dress with a navy hue. Kate preferred the same look in basic black for a 2015 festival.

  8. Kate Middleton Harry Girlfriend Style Navy Blue Dress

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    The dress Meghan wore to an Instagram dinner in Canada in May 2016 is a sultrier version of the dress Kate famously wore to show off her ring after her engagement to William.

  9. Kate And Meghan Style Twins

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    When World Vision Canada announced Meghan as a global ambassador in 2016, her look was reminiscent of Kate's ladylike ensemble during a 2014 tour of Australia and New Zealand.

  10. Kate Meghan Style Twins Green Jacket

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    Walking with her Mom in Toronto, Meghan dealt with chilly temps by donning a green army jacket, hat, and rain boots. That's a look Kate perfected all the way back in 2013 during a visit to Great Tower Scout camp in the U.K.

  12. Kate Middleton Harry Girlfriend Style Navy Blazer

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    Blazers with white blouses make for a classic, tailored look; Meghan makes the look sexy by wearing shorts.

  13. Kate Middleton Harry Girlfriend Style Black Dress

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    Little black dresses worn with loose curls are a shared go-to look.

  14. Kate Middleton Harry Girlfriend Style Ryal Blue

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    When Meghan wore this royal blue gown with geometric cutouts at a NYC Dinner, it was reminiscent of what Kate wore to the 40th Anniversary of SportsAid celebration.

  16. Kate And Meghan Style Twins Black Strapless

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    When Meghan rocked this elegant strapless black dress and necklace, it was reminiscent of a look Kate wore to a 2011 gala.

  17. Kate Middleton Harry Girlfriend Style Greendress

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    Both look stylish in green dresses with gold buttons.

  18. Kate Middleton Harry Girlfriend Deep V

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    Deep-V necklines are obviously a trend that both ladies can appreciate.

  20. Kate Middleton Harry Girlfriend Black Turtleneck

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    Kate rocked a black turtleneck and behind-the-ear hairstyle at a business meeting in 2014; Meghan looked similar in March 2016 in New York City.

  21. Kate Middleton Harry Girlfriend Updos

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    Teal evening dresses call for simple, chic updos.

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