Meghan Markle Launches Lifestyle Brand Amid Speculation Over Inspiration Sources

American Riviera Orchard, Markle's new venture, faces scrutiny over its originality and broad product range.

Meghan Markle's new lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard, draws inspiration from luxury L.A. company Flamingo Estate, sparking speculation about the extent of this influence.
Markle's brand plans to offer a wide range of products, from home decor to pet food, with recent trademark applications revealing an expansion into nearly every lifestyle category.
Critics question the originality of American Riviera Orchard, noting similarities to existing luxury brands and Meghan's use of royal connections in branding.
Despite challenges in the crowded lifestyle industry, Markle's global fame and dedicated fan base could contribute to the brand's success.
Meghan Markle's venture into lifestyle branding follows her and Prince Harry's efforts to establish themselves as media moguls and global thought leaders after leaving the UK.