When Karma Comes Knocking: Meghan Markle’s Latest Branding Fail Leaves Royal Aides Laughing
It’s no secret that how you treat people often comes back to haunt you. And now, it seems Meghan Markle is learning that lesson the hard way. Reports are swirling that her latest branding disaster, *As Ever* (or as I like to call it, *As If*), has left royal aides howling with laughter. According to insiders, they’re calling it karma—and honestly, it’s hard to disagree.
Let’s rewind for a moment. Meghan has long been accused of treating palace staff poorly, acting as though they were beneath her. But here’s the thing: these royal aides aren’t servants from the 1500s. They’re professionals being paid to do a job. They don’t owe her blind loyalty or unquestioning obedience. So, when news broke that her latest venture is flopping, it’s no surprise they’re finding it hilarious. After all, when you treat people like crap, don’t be shocked when they enjoy watching you stumble.
One royal aide reportedly said, “This is classic Meghan. She launches something with a grand vision, but when it doesn’t gain traction, she scrambles to reinvent it.” Okay, let’s pause here. A *grand vision*? I’m not so sure about that. It feels more like Meghan throws ideas at the wall and hopes something sticks. And let’s be real—no one actually understands what *As Ever* is supposed to be. Is it a lifestyle brand? A fashion line? A cookware collection? Your guess is as good as mine.
The confusion surrounding *As Ever* is just the latest in a string of branding missteps. Remember *American Riviera Orchard*? Yeah, neither do we. The problem with Meghan’s ventures is that they lack clarity and substance. She seems to think that slapping her name on something is enough to make it successful. Spoiler alert: it’s not. As one royal expert put it, “Meghan built her personal brand on aspirational living, but you need substance behind the marketing. The lack of a clear strategy has left people wondering if this is another *Archetypes*-style flop.”
And let’s talk about *Archetypes* for a second. That podcast was supposed to be her big comeback, but it fizzled out faster than you can say “royal exit.” Now, with *As Ever*, it feels like she’s grasping at straws. Another royal source added, “There’s a sense that she’s desperate. The Sussexes no longer have the global influence they once did. This rebrand smacks of desperation.” Ouch. But is it wrong? Not really.
Here’s the kicker: Netflix is already rolling out its online store, and while Meghan’s products aren’t listed yet, it’s only a matter of time. Netflix invested heavily in the Sussexes, and they’re going to want a return on that investment—whether it’s $100 million or not. So, do I think *As Ever* will eventually hit the market? Probably. Will it succeed? That’s a different story.
Let’s be honest, there will always be people willing to buy anything with Meghan’s name on it. Would I buy her overpriced jam just to review it and make fun of it? Maybe. Sometimes you have to dance with the devil to get the content, right? But for most of us, *As Ever* feels like just another half-baked idea from someone who’s running out of steam.
At the end of the day, this whole *As Ever* debacle feels less about Meghan and more about Netflix trying to recoup their losses. They’re the ones pushing this through, not because they believe in Meghan’s vision, but because they need to justify their investment. And as for Meghan? Well, she’s left with yet another PR disaster, a tarnished reputation, and a growing pile of failed projects.
So, what’s next for the Duchess of Desperation? Will *As Ever* make it to market? Will Netflix finally cut their losses? Or will Meghan rebrand again, perhaps with something called *As Never*? Only time will tell. But one thing’s for sure: karma has a funny way of coming back around. And right now, it’s having a field day with Meghan Markle.
