Before the first As Ever collection became available online, the New York Times published an interview with Markle that took place at her Montecito, Calif., home. A no-photo policy was observed, for security purposes, but the interview was the first in which a reporter was invited to observe Markle in her element, in the privacy of her own home.

Questions have been raised about the rapid sell-out of Meghan Markle's new lifestyle brand, with suggestions it may have been a deliberate marketing strategy. The Duchess of Sussex's As Ever range sold out within 30 minutes of launching in the United States on Wednesday.