Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, has spoken candidly about her new lifestyle brand, As Ever, and her creative process in a recent interview with bookshop Godmothers. The 43-year-old royal revealed that her new venture is her “heartsong” and that she is “learning every day” as a founder.
Markle, who has faced a string of negative reviews and criticism for her Netflix series, Meghan with Love, seemed upbeat and enthusiastic about her new business, saying it’s been her “dream come true.” She described the experience of launching As Ever as “nurturing” and “energizing,” comparing it to gardening, where she can “plant a seed with so much care and nurture it as it grows.”
The Duchess also shared some insight into her personal life, revealing that she and her husband, Prince Harry, still play music that she knew as a child, including The Beach Boys, The Supremes, and Otis Redding, for their children, Archie and Lilibet. She also mentioned that she loves to play the role of a mom, saying, “I love happy sing-along music that you can dance to in the kitchen, and I made sure that was represented in With Love, Meghan on Netflix.”
Markle has faced criticism for her new show, with some critics calling it “a Montecito ego trip not worth taking.” However, she remains committed to her creative pursuits, saying, “I’m taking baby steps and big strides at the same time, making mistakes and learning from them, and really working to find all the joy while diving into the creative process and the business.”
The eight-episode series, which premiered on March 4, has received a 19% rating on Rotten Tomatoes from over 1,000 viewers. Despite the negative reviews, Markle remains optimistic about her future projects, saying, “I’m just so grateful to be here, and I’m just so grateful for the opportunity to do what I love.”
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: What is Meghan Markle’s new lifestyle brand?
A: As Ever is Meghan Markle’s new lifestyle brand, which she describes as her “heartsong.”
Q: What is the focus of the brand?
A: The brand is focused on Meghan’s passion for creative pursuits, including flower arranging, cashmere socks, and finding good deals.
Q: What is the feedback on her Netflix series, Meghan with Love?
A: The series has received a 19% rating on Rotten Tomatoes from over 1,000 viewers, with some critics calling it “a Montecito ego trip not worth taking.”
Q: What is Meghan Markle’s outlook on her creative pursuits?
A: Markle remains committed to her creative pursuits, saying, “I’m learning every day, making mistakes and learning from them, and really working to find all the joy while diving into the creative process and the business.”
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