Meghan Markle has sparked backlash after unveiling "chapter two" of the Holiday Collection for her lifestyle brand, As Ever, with critics accusing the Duchess of Sussex of having completely "lost her mind" over the new product prices.
The Duchess announced the latest drop on the brand's official Instagram page, sharing a promotional video that promises the festive range offers "something for everyone on your list." However, the cost of the new items has drawn fierce criticism online.
New Products and Price Backlash
The newest additions to the As Ever collection include a £73 teapot, a £73 "Signature Two-Wick Holiday Candle," and a £48 tub of chocolate-covered popcorn. Royal watchers on X were quick to mock the venture.
One user blasted: "This woman has lost her MIND. $98 for a teapot. $398 for a TABLECLOTH. How about $130 for TWO rattan chargers which look like placemats? Or even better-$185 for a NOTEBOOK."
Another critic added: "I literally cannot-she really thinks #asever is a high-end luxury brand. This basic rubbish isn’t worth a third of what #MeghanMarkle wants to charge. Disgusting."
Online Reactions and Promotional Video
Further comments targeted the teapot's description, with one user asking: "'Designed for generous pours'? Who write this uber cringe slop?" Another remarked: "My god she really is trying to go all trying to copy Highgrove, jesus! Ain't noone gonna buy a TEAPOT for 98 quid, she's off her rocker!"
A fourth user joked: "Well she’s certainly giving us something to laugh about!"
In the promotional video, Meghan is seen lighting one of the candles, pouring champagne, and arranging chocolate bars on plates at a dining table. The footage later shows her staring into the camera before a final shot of her giggling and touching her hair.
