Prince Harry’s wife Meghan Markle has suffered a major blow as her partner made a surprise move ahead of the couple’s visit to Britain.
The Duchess of Sussex’s business partner has taken a disturbing turn as she promoted Meghan’s rival days after her announcement of the business venture with the former Suits star.
Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet’s mother announced the partnership on her Instagram stories, posting a photograph with Clevr Blend co-founder and CEO Hannah Mendoza.e
“I have proudly supported Hannah and Clevr Blends for so many years now,” the Duchess wrote. “Excited about this collaboration with one of my favorite girls and two of my favorite brands.”
Mendoza reposted the content, writing that “nothing compares to having badass women in your life who lift you up.”
Meghan has received some very upsetting news about her partner’s latest initiative, where a mishap has occurred in Meghan’s latest business venture, with the wellness brand directing customers to buy a competing product instead of the Duchess’s own offering.
The 44-year-old Montecito resident launched a “Strawberry Matcha Set” on Tuesday in collaboration with the Californian drinks company through her lifestyle brand As Ever.
However, visitors to the Clevr Blends website seeking their Strawberry Jam Cold Foam Matcha Latte recipe are asked to incorporate one to two tablespoons of Bonne Maman Strawberry Preserves to achieve what the brand describes as a “dreamy, creamy and fruity fusion.”
The recipe does not mention Meghan’s own As Ever Strawberry Spread, which is part of the joint product range.
The £45 set brings together Clevr’s ceremonial matcha powder with functional ingredients, Meghan’s Strawberry Spread and decorative floral sprinkles designed to “add beauty to every bite”.
According to the As Ever website, the two brands collaborated on this seasonal offering due to their “shared love of joyful morning rituals.”
The Duchess has retained a financial stake in Clevr Blends since December 2020, when a spokesperson confirmed she had invested an undisclosed amount in the powdered latte company.
