Meghan Markle Faces 'Make-or-Break' Moment With Lifestyle Brand As Launch Date Nears

Next month, Meghan Markle will launch her lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard, through Netflix's first retail stores.

Due to her past business endeavors, the Duchess of Sussex's lifestyle brand launch has been described as a "make-or-break" moment.

It will also coincide with the release of Meghan Markle's cookery series "With Love, Meghan," which premieres on March 4 after being postponed due to the Los Angeles wildfires.

Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, is reportedly preparing to introduce her lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard, through Netflix's inaugural retail outlets.

This launch aligns with the debut of her Netflix series, "With Love, Meghan," set to premiere on March 4.

American Riviera Orchard will feature a variety of products, including jams, honey, olive oil, tableware, cosmetics, and pet shampoo.

These items will be available in Netflix House superstores, the first of which is opening in repurposed department stores at malls like the King of Prussia Mall in Philadelphia and the Dallas Galleria in Texas.

The stores will also house on-site cafés where Meghan's products, such as her strawberry jam, will be featured on the menu.

According to an insider who spoke to Daily Mail, the success of this venture is seen as "make or break" for Meghan's business aspirations.

An insider noted, "This will determine the future of Meghan as a businesswoman. Let's face it, she hasn't been that successful so far."

Ahead of the launch, Meghan has filed trademark applications for an extensive array of home goods, including tableware, kitchen linens, jellies, marmalades, fruit preserves, various spreads and butter, body soap, pet shampoo,, and more.

The applications also encompass stationery, linens, small kitchen appliances, yoga equipment, and gardening gear.

On the other hand, "With Love, Meghan" is an eight-episode series produced by Meghan and Prince Harry's Archewell Productions.

The show will focus on entertaining and hosting, featuring celebrity guests such as her former "Suits" co-star Abigail Spencer, Mindy Kaling, chef Roy Choi, and Tatcha founder Vicky Tsai.

Some of these guests have previously received Meghan's American Riviera Orchard products, such as her signature strawberry jam.

According to a Daily Mail source, the series aims to be "a very magical and beautiful guide to hosting and entertaining rather than a how-to cookery show. "

Harry and Meghan packed on the PDA at the 2025 Invictus Games Opening Ceremony in Vancouver, Canada.

While seated at BC Place stadium, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex appeared relaxed and playful, often leaning into each other and sharing meaningful eye contact.

In one instance, Meghan was seen capturing a photo or video of Harry on her phone as he made a playful face.

During an emotional moment in the ceremony, Meghan rested her head on Harry's shoulder, offering comfort as he became visibly emotional.

The couple was also seen enthusiastically celebrating and cheering, with Meghan playfully waving blue pom-poms. Harry's admiring glances toward his wife as she cheered reflected their strong bond.

They also shared a passionate kiss, openly displaying their affection.

Meanwhile, several royal experts advise that Harry focus on his charitable endeavors and maintain a low profile, given Trump's recent remarks that he has no intention of deporting the Duke of Sussex.

Royal expert Hilary Fordwich suggests that this is an opportune moment for Harry to concentrate on "consistent, transparent, and impactful work" to enhance his image in the United States.

"Limiting public discussions regarding personal grievances would be advised to shift the narrative back onto their charitable endeavors," Fordwich told Fox News Digital, emphasizing that "Letting the work speak for itself could rebuild public trust."

This advice comes amid ongoing scrutiny of Harry's immigration status following his admissions of past drug use in his memoir "Spare."

Conservative Think Tank, The Heritage Foundation, filed a lawsuit seeking the release of his immigration records to determine if he was forthcoming about his past during the visa application process.

In a comment to the New York Post, Trump revealed that he won't deport Prince Harry despite his past remarks about the royal.

"I don't want to do that," President Trump said last Friday. "I'll leave him alone. He's got enough problems with his wife. She's terrible."

Trump's decision to spare the Duke of Sussex from deportation shocked many, as he suggested last March that he could deport Harry.

He told GB News at the time, "We'll have to see if they know something about the drugs, and if he lied, they'll have to take appropriate action."