In the world of fashion, brand partnerships can make or break a celebrity’s image.
And it seems that Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, is facing a backlash as two prominent brands, Jason Wu and Givenchy, have decided to sever ties with her.
Instead, they have chosen to align themselves with former First Lady Michelle Obama, who has distanced herself from Meghan and her husband, Prince Harry.
It’s no secret that Meghan has been looking up to Michelle Obama as a role model.
Both women share a love for fashion, particularly brands like J Crew, Jason Wu, and Givenchy.
In fact, they have even been spotted wearing similar outfits on multiple occasions.
One notable instance was when both Meghan and Michelle donned a sleeveless bright yellow dress, twinning in style.
But it seems that the once-close relationship between Meghan and Michelle has cooled off in recent years.
According to an insider revealed on Blind Item, Jason Wu and Givenchy decided to cut ties with Meghan, choosing to side with Michelle instead.
It appears that Meghan and Harry’s controversial actions and public statements have caused them to be ostracized by many VIPs they once sought to associate with.
This isn’t the first time Meghan has faced difficulties in finding brand partnerships.
In April, she signed with exclusive talent agency WME, but so far, they have struggled to find businesses willing to collaborate with her.
It seems that Meghan’s reputation and controversies have made brands wary of being associated with her.
The strained relationship between Meghan and Michelle can be traced back to a backstage encounter in December 2018.
Michelle was in London for a promotional tour of her memoir, “Becoming,” when Meghan reportedly pushed her way backstage to meet her.
However, according to Tom Bauer’s book, “Revenge: Meghan, Harry, and the War Between the Windsors,” Michelle was not impressed with Meghan’s behavior and scolded her.
The tension between the two women escalated after Meghan and Harry’s explosive interview with Oprah Winfrey, in which they made damaging allegations against the royal family.
Michelle, known for her diplomacy, made a point to emphasize that public service is about serving the people, not personal grievances.
Many interpreted her remarks as a subtle rebuke to Meghan and Harry’s treatment of the royal family.
In other news, Meghan Markle is reportedly trying to make a comeback in the acting world.
Since stepping back from her royal duties, Meghan has been working on rebranding herself and becoming financially independent.
However, she is facing a lack of career options.
Rumors suggest that she has been reaching out to Hollywood A-lister Kevin Costner through his charity, hoping to secure a role in his upcoming western-style opus.
But experts are skeptical, noting that transitioning from a TV series like “Suits” to a high-profile role is unlikely.
Royal expert Angela Mollard believes that Meghan’s association with Kevin Costner could attract attention, but doubts that he would cast her solely for that reason.
Costner is an A-lister in his own right and would likely prioritize talent and suitability for the role over publicity.