Meghan Markle Unveils New Jewelry Pieces and Chocolate Advent Calendar

The Duchess of Sussex has recently showcased a notable expansion of her personal jewelry collection, featuring pieces valued at nearly $100,000. Among the new acquisitions is a diamond bracelet named in tribute to the late Princess Diana.

In promotional photographs for her new chocolate advent calendar, Meghan was seen wearing three distinct jewelry items. A prominent piece is a yellow gold tennis necklace from Jennifer Meyer, valued at $61,250. She also debuted a bracelet and earrings from the California-based jeweler Logan Hollowell. The 'Diana diamond bracelet' from the brand, costing $32,550, appears to be a nod to her late mother-in-law. Additionally, she wore 'Reverse Water Drop Martini Studs' priced at $5,575.

These new pieces were displayed as Meghan launched the first advent calendar from her lifestyle brand, As Ever, in collaboration with the Los Angeles-based gourmet chocolate company Compartés. The calendar, priced at $148, is inspired by her Montecito home and garden and features an illustration of the mansion she and Prince Harry previously resided in. The calendar includes 24 handcrafted chocolates with various flavors.

As Ever, launched in February of the previous year, has been the focus of Meghan's recent promotional activities. The brand also previously released a collaborative chocolate bar with Compartés. The advent calendar design, which Meghan worked on with Compartés creative director Jonathan Grahm, is intended to be a keepsake.

Meghan also shared a video on Instagram Stories showing herself and Grahm on a golf cart, seemingly in the process of planning holiday content. The Duchess has also shared hosting tips through her As Ever platform, emphasizing preparation and the importance of a simple, final task to complete while guests are present.

In related news, a spokesperson for Prince Harry and Meghan stated that paparazzi observed near their children's school exhibited "extraordinary recklessness" and an "unacceptable intrusion into the privacy of children." The incident occurred amid heightened security concerns following a suspected terror plot near RAF Fairford. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are currently awaiting a decision on whether they will receive taxpayer-funded security.