Amidst a flurry of teacups and saucers, Buckingham Palace playfully taunted Meghan Markle with a twist on tradition.
In a cheeky response to Markle's recent venture into the lifestyle brand sphere, the palace orchestrated a regal debut of its own strawberry preserves, ensuring not a lemon in sight but rather a spread of alluring butter knives. Markle, only days after the launch of her Lifestyle brand, found herself the recipient of a royal jest as Buckingham Palace dispatched numbered pots of sumptuous strawberry jam to 50 carefully chosen influencers.
Last week, Markle relied on her social circle to showcase images of hand-tied pots of American Riviera Orchard Jam nestled amidst bowls of oranges. However, today, Buckingham Palace took center stage, sharing a video with its staggering 557,000 Instagram followers, showcasing its interpretation of the sweet preserve. Set to the melodies of Mozart's dissonance quartet, the palace's official store presented four quintessentially British ways to savor their preserves, boasting the finest British berries.
While Markle's American Riviera Orchard products flaunt a logo reminiscent of a Royal Crest, Buckingham Palace's version features the authentic Royal coat of arms, boldly emblazoned on each jar priced at $3.95, available for international shipping. Notably, the coat of arms bears the motto of the Order of the Bath, adding a touch of historical flair to the product.
Speculation swirls regarding the pricing of Markle's jam, with rumors suggesting a hefty $250 per jar, sparking what could aptly be dubbed the "Jam Wars." Yet, while Markle's ambitions expand, some critics argue she should have kept her brand closer to home, akin to King Charles' approach. Nonetheless, Markle's biographer Angela Lang suggests her pursuit of global acclaim is intrinsic to her nature, noting her affinity for the term "Global."
In the realm of royal jests and subtle jabs, Buckingham Palace's move is seen as a playful tease towards Markle, yet also a testament to the enduring allure of royal traditions. As Markle strives to carve her niche in the global market, the palace stands as a symbol of tradition, blending heritage with a dash of whimsy in the form of delectable strawberry preserves.
