The Duchess of Sussex has made a surprising revelation about the genesis of her new lifestyle venture, American Riviera Orchard, during her recent trip to Nigeria with Prince Harry.
Speaking at a women's leadership event in Abuja, Meghan Markle disclosed that the inspiration and driving force behind her latest business endeavour came from an unexpected source within her own family.
The Royal Revelation
"It was my husband, actually, who came up with the name," Meghan confessed to the audience, referring to Prince Harry. "He's the one who said, 'This is the direction we should go in.'"
The admission came as Meghan participated in a panel discussion about overcoming professional challenges, where she shared intimate details about launching her new brand amidst intense public scrutiny.
A Personal Project Takes Shape
American Riviera Orchard launched officially in March with great anticipation, featuring an elegant website and social media presence. The brand promises to offer homewares, jams, and other lifestyle products, drawing inspiration from the couple's Montecito home and the surrounding California landscape.
Meghan described how the project evolved from casual conversations into a fully-fledged business concept, with Prince Harry playing a more significant role than previously understood.
Nigeria Tour Insights
The Sussexes' three-day visit to Nigeria has provided several candid moments, with both Harry and Meghan opening up about their personal lives and professional aspirations outside the royal framework.
This revelation about American Riviera Orchard offers a rare glimpse into their collaborative dynamic as they build their commercial ventures in the United States.
The brand's launch has been met with both excitement and scepticism, particularly as the couple continues to navigate their complex relationship with the British royal establishment while establishing their independent commercial identity.
