Meghan Markle's Lifestyle Brand Faces Trademark Challenge from Harry & David

The 'American Riviera Orchard' brand is under scrutiny for its similarity to the 'Royal Riviera' trademark, complicating its launch plans.

Harry & David, a renowned gift basket company, has filed a protest against the trademark application for Meghan Markle's American Riviera Orchard.
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office is reviewing the protest due to potential confusion with Harry & David's 'Royal Riviera' product line.
Markle's brand has faced multiple trademark issues, including a previous denial for being too geographically descriptive.
The American Riviera Orchard brand was announced in March, but it has yet to officially launch any products to the public.
Critics have noted that Markle's business ventures have been plagued by strategic missteps and execution challenges.