Meghan Markle’s holiday collection mimics Buckingham Palace’s products

Key Points:

• Meghan Markle is launching a new As Ever holiday collection, including a "Hostess Basket" with teas, fruit spreads, flower sprinkles, and scented candles, as well as a $148 chocolate-filled advent calendar created with LA chocolatier Compartés.
• Markle’s collection emphasizes themes of gathering, handmade gifts, and generosity, with the duchess reflecting on her entrepreneurial journey from childhood to building her brand.
• The release comes shortly after Buckingham Palace introduced its 2026 hamper collection, featuring wicker baskets priced between $60 and $200 filled with festive treats and pampering items, along with a separate chocolate advent calendar.
• Markle has previously faced accusations of copying other brands and trademark challenges, including a dispute with a New York City clothing brand also named As Ever, which is unaffiliated with her business.
• Both Buckingham Palace and Markle’s representatives have not yet commented on the similarities between the holiday product offerings.