Meghan Markle is not just the people’s princess—she’s also an actress, businesswoman, and lifestyle connoisseur. Following her Netflix series Harry & Meghan, which documents the highs and lows of Meghan and Harry’s love story and their decision to leave the royal life behind, Markle is stepping back into the limelight to co-produce two Netflix series. Moreover, she’s tripling her efforts with the launch of her new lifestyle product collection, American Riviera Orchard.
Read below for more details on Markle’s Netflix series and product collection, including the inspiration behind its name.
What We Know About Meghan Markle’s New Netflix Show
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex announced that they’re producing two non-fiction series with Netflix, the first of which will follow Markle as she cooks, gardens, and entertains. The series will be produced alongside Sony Pictures Television and the masterminds behind successful reality shows like Selena + Chef, The D’Amelio Show, and Chef’s Table. Markle and Chanel Pysnik will serve as the executive producers under Archewell Productions, which was co-founded by Harry and Meghan.
The second series will place the spotlight on Prince Harry. Besides his role in the British royal family, the Duke of Sussex is also known for his expert equestrian skills and love for polo. In fact, Harry recently competed in a charity polo match to raise money for his foundation, Sentebale, which aims to provide comprehensive support for children and adults in South African countries. The series will primarily take place at the U.S. Open Polo Championship in Wellington, Florida, going behind the scenes to show what it takes to play this competitive sport.
Ahead of both Netflix series launches, Markle will unveil her new lifestyle product collection, American Riviera Orchard.
Markle’s New Lifestyle Brand: American Riviera Orchard
Earlier this year, Markle posted a teaser of her new lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard. Although we don’t know too much about the product collection, an insider told Harper’s Bazaar that the line is “something rooted in her love of details, curating, hosting, life’s simple pleasures, and family.” We’re imagining it’s somewhere in between Gwyneth Paltrow’s Goop and Cravings by Chrissy Teigen. Everything from cookware and cutlery to jams and edible oils will be available, based on trademark applications that have been filed.
You may be wondering what inspired Markle’s brand’s name, American Riviera Orchard, and the answer is pretty simple: It reminds her of home. Prince Harry and Meghan currently reside in the coastal California city of Santa Barbara—also known as the “American Riviera”—with their two children, Archie and Lilibet. The city is known for its Mediterranean-inspired landscapes, sunny beaches, and quiet luxury aesthetic that has earned the city its “American Riviera” moniker. The mention of orchards may be a nod to the couple’s home in Montecito, which maintains one of the largest orchards in the Santa Barbara area.
You can join the waitlist for Markle’s product line, so you can be among the first to learn when the collection finally launches.
