Alright folks get ready because Meghan Markle is making a big move into the lifestyle world. You know Meghan Duchess of Sussex former royal and now maybe… the next Martha Stewart? Her new Netflix series “With Love Meghan” is about to drop and everyone is wondering can this show really turn her into a lifestyle guru?
'With Love Meghan': Netflix Series Aims to Show a Different Side of the Duchess
“With Love Meghan” is described as a series where Meghan is in her element cooking gardening entertaining friends at her California home. Think perfectly styled domestic bliss. This has been a long time coming for Meghan. Some say she has been trying to get into this lifestyle space for over a decade even before she met Prince Harry .
Life threw a few curveballs her way though. First there was the whole royal thing then stepping back from royal duties and all the drama that followed. But through it all Meghan has hinted at her domestic side. Remember that chicken coop Oprah saw? Or the fancy thank-you notes she sent out? Now it looks like she is going full force into this new venture.
Her new show is an eight-episode series. Expect cooking segments gardening tips chats with famous pals and probably a lot of lovely California sunshine. Word is the show will be more about doing what you can with love rather than striving for impossible perfection which sounds pretty relatable.
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This Netflix show seems like Meghan is going back to her roots in a way. Before she was a Duchess she had a lifestyle blog called “The Tig.” “With Love Meghan” feels like a natural extension of that earlier project. She is also launching a new lifestyle brand called “As Ever” in partnership with Netflix. Think retail stores cookbooks tableware and food products like jams and nut butters. It is a full-on lifestyle empire in the making.
Meghan says she sees herself as more of an entrepreneur and female founder than an influencer. But if the brand becomes influential well that's fine too. She even jokes that working on this new venture with Harry feels like their “honeymoon period again”. Apparently Harry loves seeing her doing the creative work she was doing when they first met scribbling writing newsletters and getting into all the details.
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Beyond the Recipes: What to Expect from 'With Love Meghan' and 'As Ever' Brand
So what can you actually expect from “With Love Meghan”? Netflix says the show will “reimagine the genre of lifestyle programming”. It will blend practical how-tos with honest chats and focus on “playfulness over perfection”. Guests will include chefs and “special friends”. Prince Harry will make an appearance too though it seems like the focus is really on Meghan.
Some say Meghan is aiming for a Martha Stewart vibe but maybe for a new generation. Others compare her to Gwyneth Paltrow. The show is filmed at her Montecito estate so expect gorgeous scenery and a peek into her everyday life. Whether it will resonate with viewers is the big question. Some experts think people are craving escapism and might love seeing a “princess” lifestyle even if it seems a bit out of touch with current times. Others are more skeptical wondering if Meghan can truly win over new fans especially after all the royal drama.
Key Things to Know About Meghan Markle's New Lifestyle Venture:
- Show Title: With Love Meghan (Netflix)
- Brand Name: As Ever
- Format: 8-episode lifestyle series with cooking gardening and celebrity chats.
- Brand Products: Cookbooks tableware kitchenware and food items.
- Release Date: Check Netflix for official launch date (initially planned for January then shifted).
- Guests: Mindy Kaling and Chef Roy Choi mentioned.
- Themes: Playfulness over perfection everyday luxury relatable tips.
- Past Venture: Builds upon her previous blog "The Tig".
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Whether Meghan Markle can actually become a lifestyle superstar is still up in the air. Some experts are calling this show her “moment of truth” in Hollywood . If it is a success it could open up tons of new opportunities for her. If not it might be another bump in the road for her post-royal career.
One thing is for sure Meghan is not giving up. She is putting herself out there trying something new and seeing if she can make it work. Will “With Love Meghan” be a hit? Will “As Ever” become the next big lifestyle brand? We will all be watching to find out. Get your popcorn ready folks it is going to be an interesting ride!