According to a source on Twitter, Meghan had a dispute with Fendi over a matter related to free gifts. It appears that Meghan may have had high demands and expectations when it came to freebies as part of an affiliate merchandising deal. Witnesses claim that she was involved in a public argument with the store manager at the Fendi store in Beverly Hills' Rodeo Drive, accusing them of being disrespectful.
This incident brought to mind a similar situation a few months ago when Meghan was seen with a $5,400 Fendi Peekaboo ICU bag on her way to a salon in Santa Barbara.
It's worth noting that brand deals of this nature are typically negotiated at the corporate or PR agency level, not at the individual store's retail level. Fendi, though, is part of the LVMH Group, a renowned global luxury brand, managed by them since 1999. It's unlikely that Meghan secured an affiliate sales agreement directly through the store itself.
Reports suggest that Meghan may have been declined by Fendi's ad agency responsible for campaigns, prompting her to seek a workaround by reaching out to a local store directly. However, Rodeo Drive is accustomed to dealing with celebrities and managing brand deals at a corporate level, following standard procedures.
There have been previous reports, although their authenticity remains uncertain, of Meghan receiving free gifts in the UK and not returning them, resulting in Prince Charles covering the costs. While it's unclear whether Meghan will be welcomed by other luxury chains in the future, her recent experiences with Fendi have certainly raised questions about her expectations when it comes to brand deals.
