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Daily Record
2 days ago
- Business
- Daily Record
Meghan Markle announces huge career update ahead of lifestyle brand restock
Meghan Markle has shared an exciting update as she gets set to launch her brand new As Ever products. The Duchess of Sussex's first batch of goods sold out within hours and now she is ready to launch her next load. Earlier this year, the mum of two announced the launch of her online venture and she revealed her first run of items for sale back in April. As part of that, she released a select number of products including Raspberry Spread in Keepsake Packaging, which retailed at $14 (£10) each. Another product Meghan released was Flower Sprinkles which costs $15 (£11) for each pack as well as a Limited Edition Wildflower Honey with Honeycomb, which was a costly $28 (£20). Other items on offer included a Herbal Hibiscus Tea as well as other teas including Lemon Ginger, Peppermint and there was also a Crepe Mix and Shortbread Cookie Mix with Flower Spinkles for sale, costing $14 (£10) each, writes the Mirror. She also retailed a Raspberry Spread at $9 (£6) per 215g. Most of these products are expected to be restocked in this new update today. She is also launching some new lines too, however is yet to reveal exactly what. The duchess shared on her Instagram page that she has been making jams for friends and family for years and wanted to share that love with the rest of the world. She wrote: "For years, I've been making jams, preserves, and fruit spreads for friends and family. The feedback from my loved ones was always the same: 'Starting my day with your jam makes me feel happy'. "These moments inspired me to dream up something far greater than I could create in my kitchen at home. I asked myself, 'What would it take to scale my fruit spreads into something I could share more broadly'?" She added: "Could I adapt my recipe into something that could bring more people that feeling of joy? And what else could I add to this collection to spark a smile, to make your day a bit easier, to elevate your everyday?" Meghan then explained that with "the support of an amazing team, dedicated focus, and hard work", they made it happen. She concluded: "As Ever, for me, is an extension of how I love. Through thoughtful gestures and small details, I hope this collection brings you as much joy as it does for those I hold close." The product launch comes shortly after it was announced that the former actress would be filming a second series of her recent Netflix show With Love Meghan, in which she bakes and cooks from scratch, as well as creates homemade items like candles and bath salts.
Yahoo
09-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Meghan Markle planning expansion of her lifestyle and wellness line only weeks after taking ‘step back'
Meghan Markle's As Ever lifestyle brand is planning to expand. The Duchess of Sussex has adjusted beyond selling more than just jam and flower sprinkles. According to documents obtained by Page Six, Meghan will be adding 'hospitality services in the nature of provision of food and drink' and 'hospitality services in the nature of provision of temporary accommodation' to her business. These hospitality services would potentially include hotels and restaurants. The Independent has reached out to representatives of Meghan for comment. The news comes less than one week after the Duchess announced that As Ever will be restocking some of its highly sought-after products. She teased the return of her products on Tuesday, writing on her Instagram: ''June Gloom?' Not over here! Because this month your favorite products are back.' Meghan then issued a call-out to sign up to the brand's mailing list for fans to find out details and timing. Products, including $15 Flower Sprinkles, $14 Raspberry Spread in Keepsake Packaging, $28 Limited-Edition Wildflower Honey with Honeycomb, $12 Herbal Lemon Ginger Tea, $12 Herbal Hibiscus Tea, and $12 Herbal Peppermint Tea from the first As Ever launch in April, sold out in less than an hour. A date for the restock has not yet been revealed. The news came after the Duchess said in an interview with Fast Company that she was planning to 'assess' new avenues for her brand as she wants to take a 'step back, gather data from the launch, and figure out exactly what As Ever could be.' 'I want to really focus on the hospitality angle of As Ever, but as we take the learnings, we can understand what the customer's needs are seasonally,' Meghan told the publication. 'My heart is very deeply in my home. Everything comes from being rooted in the love story of your home and garden, and then you can imagine different verticals coming out of that.' Asked whether she might explore moving into clothing one day, Meghan responded: 'Fashion is a category I plan to explore down the line because I find it to be an intriguing space for me.' She further echoed her decision to 'pause' production for As Ever during an episode of her Confessions of a Female Founder podcast on Tuesday with her guest, Tina Knowles. As she and Knowles were discussing the amount of work and testing that went into their respective products, Meghan admitted she wasn't sure what to do after seeing all of her products sell out in 45 minutes. 'Then what do you do? You say, OK. We planned as best as we could,' she said. 'Are we going to replenish and sell out again in an hour, or is that annoying as a customer?'
Daily Record
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Lorraine star swipes at Meghan Markle before realising 'that sounds ruder than I thought'
Lorraine star swipes at Meghan Markle before realising 'that sounds ruder than I thought' Lorraine Kelly's showbiz guru Ross King couldn't resist making a cheeky swipe at Meghan Markle as he revealed the Duchess of Sussex's latest business news An ITV star on Lorraine couldn't resist making a cheeky remark about Meghan Markle at the start of the show. As he introduced the Hollywood news segment, LA correspondent Ross King sprung a surprise with what he termed "shocking news". The conversation steered towards Meghan's decision to scale back on the products she had earlier marketed this year. Initiating the topic with a light-hearted reference, he said, "Let's not mention jam, let's say it was spread," referring to the Duchess's popular jams that were snapped up within minutes upon their debut. Making a playful jest, he added: "Meghan Markle spread... That in itself sounds somewhat ruder than I thought it was going to be." Ross then remarked on the secrecy surrounding the exact number of jars sold by noting: "Well done, she sold out, but here is the bit of sad news that I bring to the world this morning." Article continues below Ross King took a cheeky swipe at Meghan Markle While Lorraine herself chuckled in the background, Ross delivered more news: "You might not be able to get it ever again." He mocked the idea that the news wasn't too surprising and delved into Meghan hinting at switching path from jam production. The April release of Meghan's As Ever range was immensely successful, selling out in just 45 minutes and featured items including jams, honey, and herbal teas. However, in her podcast's last episode, Confessions of a Female Founder, Meghan disclosed her intentions to "step back, gather data from the launch, and figure out exactly what As Ever could be." She elaborated on her future aspirations saying: "I want to really focus on the hospitality angle of As Ever, but as we take the learnings, we can understand what the customer's needs are seasonally." The Duchess of Sussex recently entered the business world with her brand, As Ever (Image: Getty Images ) "My heart is very deeply in my home. Everything comes from being rooted in the love story of your home and garden, and then you can imagine different verticals coming out of that." When questioned about the possibility of venturing into a clothing line, Meghan expressed her interest, stating: "Fashion is a category I plan to explore down the line because I find it to be an interesting space for me." As reported by Fast Company, Meghan also shared her uncertainty about defining her professional identity, saying, "If I had to write a résumé, I don't know what I would call myself." On her As Ever website, products like the $12 Herbal Lemon Ginger Tea and $15 Flower Sprinkles have sold out, alongside other items such as shortbread and crepe mixes. However, the website hints at future offerings with a "more coming soon" message. Article continues below Lorraine airs weekdays from 9am on ITV1 and ITVX.
Edinburgh Live
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Lorraine star takes swipe at Meghan Markle before admitting 'that was ruder than I thought'
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info A star on ITV's Lorraine has taken a cheeky swipe at Meghan Markle, just minutes into the show. Introducing the Hollywood segment, LA correspondent Ross King cut in to announce his 'shocking news'. The presenter went on to discuss Meghan's plans to cut back from the products she sold earlier this year. 'Let's not mention jam, let's say it was spread,' he began, talking about the Duchess' infamous jams, which sold out in minutes when she originally launched. He then quipped: 'Meghan Markle spread… That in itself sounds somewhat ruder than I thought it was going to be.' Ross went on to comment that it was never known how many jars of her spread had been sold, saying: 'Well done, she sold out, but here is the bit of sad news that I bring to the world this morning.' As Lorraine could be heard giggling in the studio, Ross continued: 'You might not be able to get it ever again.' He laughed that it was hardly shocking, before explaining that Meghan had hinted new plans away from jam. Meghan's As Ever launch in April sold out in 45 minutes, with products like jam, honey and herbal teas being introduced. But in the final episode of her podcast, Confessions of a Female Founder, she announced she plans on taking a 'step back, gather data from the launch, and figure out exactly what As Ever could be.' She went on: 'I want to really focus on the hospitality angle of As Ever, but as we take the learnings, we can understand what the customer's needs are seasonally.' (Image: Getty Images) 'My heart is very deeply in my home. Everything comes from being rooted in the love story of your home and garden, and then you can imagine different verticals coming out of that.' When probed on if she could move towards a clothing line, Meghan replied: 'Fashion is a category I plan to explore down the line because I find it to be an interesting space for me.' As per Fast Company, she added: 'If I had to write a résumé, I don't know what I would call myself.' On her As Ever website, Meghan's $12 Herbal Lemon Ginger Tea and $15 Flower Sprinkles sold out along with shortbread and crepe mixes, though the website hints 'more coming soon'. Lorraine airs weekdays from 9am on ITV1 and ITVX.
Newsweek
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Meghan Markle Defends Flower Sprinkles After Backlash
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Meghan Markle commented on the furore over her use of flower sprinkles in her Netflix show. The Duchess of Sussex sprinkled edible flowers on a range of dishes and froze them into ice cubes to use in cocktails during episodes of With Love, Meghan, released in March. Some said they liked the trick while others ridiculed it, during heated debate that followed the cooking show. Meghan Markle speaks onstage during the 2025 TIME100 Summit at Jazz at Lincoln Center, in New York City, on April 23, 2025. Meghan Markle speaks onstage during the 2025 TIME100 Summit at Jazz at Lincoln Center, in New York City, on April 23, TIME What Meghan Markle Said About Flower Sprinkles Time CEO Jessica Sibley asked Meghan about the edible flowers, and the duchess replied: "It's like a little fairy, if I could just be tossing them around all the time. The obsession that has come with flower sprinkles I was not expecting. "Of all the things to be talking about for Time100, let's talk about flower sprinkles. But let's, because I think it speaks to the tiny moments of joy that are so effortless and just create a little bit of magic that we are all craving in our everyday. "They're tiny little flower petals that are dried. I started putting them on salads, I started putting them on scrambled eggs, it didn't actually matter, on a yoghurt parfait. "The level of charm that you find people have when they see these tiny little dried petals is something I can't wrap my head around but i appreciate that there is a love for the detail and the small level of delight that can be added. "So, take flower sprinkles really as an analogy and think about what you can do in your every day life that can have a little splash of magic on unexpected moments." Reaction to Meghan Markle's Flower Sprinkles Some of most biting criticism was on social media where Meghan was mocked for saying she "loved taking something pretty ordinary and elevating it." One user on X, formerly Twitter, posted a photo of fish and chips with flowers on top after the show's release in March and wrote: "Plated up my takeaway and elevated." The post was viewed 423,000 times and liked 5,000 times. Actress Justine Bateman replied: "Is this from Meghan Markle's new show?" Plated up my takeaway and elevated. — Parody Richard III's Ghost (@RichardIIIGhost) March 4, 2025 A review in British broadsheet The Daily Telegraph carried the headline: "What I've always wanted—a lesson from Meghan on freezing an edible flower inside an ice cube." The tongue-in-cheek article suggested Meghan was "freezing the cutest edible flower petals in ice cubes—then serving them in cocktails for your impossibly gorgeous friends! You have finally identified your USP and I wish you every success in living your best life for us all to endu... enjoy." A writer for New York Magazine's Vulture also appeared puzzled: "Meghan's science teacher Mr. Ben — who, she explains, passed away somewhat recently — taught her that some flowers make colorful, festive adornments on food. "So Meghan now puts flowers on everything: cake, donuts, crudité platters, rainbow fruit salad, frittata, and so on. These are known as 'flower sprinkles.' Flower Sprinkles? Look, I didn't come up with it." Jack Royston is chief royal correspondent for Newsweek, based in London. You can find him on X, formerly Twitter, at @jack_royston and read his stories on Newsweek's The Royals Facebook page. Do you have a question about Charles and Queen Camilla, Prince William and Princess Kate, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry, or their family that you would like our experienced royal correspondents to answer? Email royals@ We'd love to hear from you.
