Is it true that Duchess Meghan's tea is significantly expensive?
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There's a storm brewing over Meghan Markle's lifestyle brand, "As Ever". The issue? The cost of her herbal teas. Critics say it's overpriced, with a $12 tag for 12 bags, which is allegedly three times the original cost from the supplier, The Republic of Tea.
But what's the real deal behind Meghan's pricey brew? Snoopers found the tea's true origins hidden in the website's source code, pointing fingers at The Republic of Tea. The company offers similar teas for $11.50 to $14, but for 36 bags - making Meghan's customers shell out about thrice the amount for the same quality.
Despite the backlash, Meghan's "Herbal Hibiscus Tea", "Herbal Peppermint Tea", and "Herbal Lemon Ginger Tea" were snapped up last Friday, with all products quickly going out of stock on her website.
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Royal family expert Margaret Holder tells "The Sun": "Meghan's customers are paying a hefty premium for her label. It smacks of shameless exploitation of her celebrity status. Sources close to Meghan have reportedly confirmed The Republic of Tea as the supplier. They argue their blend is 'different' from the standard products. The pair's spokesperson remained tight-lipped about the allegations."
In July, "As Ever" is launching its first alcoholic drink - a 2023 rosé. The timing is drawing flak, as it coincides with Princess Diana's 64th birthday. Former palace spokesman Dickie Arbiter wonders: "Twenty-eight bucks for a bottle of wine? That's a lot of moolah. She's no wine connoisseur - why dive into a business she might not understand?"
According to experts, the high prices are due to branding, packaging, marketing, and the premium lifestyle appeal of "As Ever". The outrage over the high markup seems to have fueled demand, with the tea selling like hotcakes, reflecting demand driven by celebrity association and branding rather than the actual cost of the tea itself.
In brief, "As Ever" tea commands such a high price due to the branding and exclusivity associated with Meghan Markle's name, reflecting a premium lifestyle rather than differences in the product's base cost. A Ku-diss-case of the rich getting richer? That remains to be seen.
- Meghan Markle
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- Despite the criticism and allegations of overpricing, Meghan's brand, "As Ever," continues to thrive, indicating the impact of celebrity association and premium branding on consumer demand, even when prices are steep.
- With the upcoming launch of an alcoholic drink and the high prices associated with her brand, "As Ever," many question whether Meghan, who is not a wine connoisseur, is capitalizing on her celebrity status while potentially venturing into businesses she might not fully understand, such as the wine industry.
