Meghan Markle has faced accusations of “monetizing the monarchy” after creating a ShopMy page that allows her to earn commission on affiliate links she posts via NY Post.
The Duchess of Sussex took to social media Monday and revealed that she will be posting links to her favorite outfits — including those she wore in her Netflix series, “With Love, Meghan.”
“Many of you have asked, so here you go! A little shopping to start the week. More to come. Link in bio ❤️,” the “Suits” alum wrote on her Instagram Story.
Markle describes her just-launched page as “a handpicked and curated collection of the things I love,” and noted that she’s eligible to collect commissions from any purchases made via the platform.
The online closet had featured mostly designer pieces, including pricy linen shirts, sweaters, sunglasses and handbags. Most items boasted neutral shades like beige, brown, white, black and navy blue.
While prices vary, the vast majority of the listed items boast eye-popping price tags.
These include a $1,415 beige Loro Piana cashmere crewneck, a $1,350 Heidi Merrick dress, Brochu Walker pants priced at $388 and a gold Maya Brenner Happiness Retreat citrine stone necklace, made in collaboration with Markle’s “Suits” co-star Abigail Spencer, for $500 a pop.
Fans on social media noticed that Markle labeled the online store under her royal title, “Meghan, Duchess of Sussex” — just weeks after scolding pal Mindy Kaling for calling her Meghan Markle, saying her last name is now “Sussex.”
However, it wasn’t long until the former royal’s moneymaking venture appeared to rub people the wrong way, as critics rushed to social media to share their thoughts.
“Do people need another celebrity selling them things they don’t need at this moment in our country’s financial status? I wish her well!” one person wrote on X.
“I can’t believe she is allowed to get away with monetizing the monarchy,” another penned, while a third added, “I have enough cream clothing, but thanks! Plus, I like clothes that aren’t wrinkled and that fit properly.”
