Meghan Markle: Bad news for Prince Harry's wife, her latest artistic project delayed
Launched at the beginning of the year, the lifestyle brand American Riviera Orchard of Meghan Markle, Prince Harry's wife, has had a bumpy ride. Between refusal to register a trademark and legal opposition, the project of Prince Harry's wife is facing complications...
Meghan Markle has opened a new chapter in her life: entrepreneurship. Launched with great fanfare with a website and an Instagram page at the beginning of the year, Meghan Markle hoped to return to the forefront with American Riviera Orchard. But since the official announcement in April 2024, only a few famous friends of the former Suits actress have had the opportunity to show off the products on social media, in particular her signature jam. While it is rumored that there is trouble between the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, is Meghan also floundering with her brand? While it has been filed, no items have been put on sale yet… apparently due to administrative issues.
And in September, the US Patent and Trademark Office rejected American Riviera Orchard's application, citing missing administrative requirements. According to an American source from the Mirror, "the process for obtaining a trademark is extremely rigorous. It would be surprising if Meghan had never faced this type of refusal in her attempt to register. She is still very invested in her brand and still has three months to respond," he assured, insisting: "There is no way this will lead to abandonment."
Meghan Markle's setbacks continue
In addition to this setback, Meghan Markle is facing another problem: the American brand Royal Riviera, registered by the gastronomy company Harry & David, has protested against the registration of Meghan Markle's brand. The reason? This company, which produces a range of pears renowned in Oregon, claims a risk of confusion between the names American Riviera Orchard and Royal Riviera, particularly in the food sector. Indeed, Meghan Markle wants to market kitchen utensils and jams with her lifestyle brand. This dispute is now being monitored by an examiner at the Trademark Office, and further complicates the launch of the project...
