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People, Places, Preoccupations THE ROYAL WEDDING Should Showbiz Celebrate an Actress Princess? 'There's a thin line between royalty and Hollywood royalty,' says one Brit-born producer as Meghan Markle's industry pals jet to London and champagne pops from New York (Hugh Dancy) to Berkshire (Emilia Clarke) By Alison Brower We have the queen, and you have Donald Trump," says Nigel Lythgoe. BURBERRY TO GUCCI, WHICH DESIGNERS SAW A BRIDE-TO-BE BUMP Starting from her engagement day, the 'Markle Sparkle' took effect By Carol McColgin 193% increase in purchases of Mackage peacoats Markle wore a navy "Elodie" coat (about $750) with Harry on Dec. 1. driving a buying spree on fashion resale site Poshmark. 95% Mulberry satchels She carried a small navy Darley bag ($925) for Commonwealth Day at Westminster Abbey on March 12, her first official event alongside the queen. 214% Gucci mini bags On April 19, she clutched a Dionysus mini ($830). The billboard company, Outdoor Advertising, did not return requests for comment, and attempts to track down King were unsuccessful. The Inside Dish The striking animal head sculptures at Somni are by the noted Spanish pop surrealist artist Okuda San Miguel. 465 S. La denega Blvd. - gary baum integrated marketing and Michael Nieporent to vp brand, marketing and digital strategy on May 8.