Serena Williams gushes over Meghan Markle's As Ever brand after 'best surprise of the day'
Serena unboxed the luxurious hamper on her Instagram stories
Tennis legend Serena Williams is singing the praises of her longtime friend Meghan Markle after receiving a luxurious gift box from the Duchess of Sussex’s newly launched lifestyle brand, As Ever.
Taking to her Instagram Stories, the 23-time Grand Slam champion shared her excitement over the beautifully curated hamper. The contents included Montecito-inspired jam, crepe mix and a selection of teas.
“I’m so excited for this,” Serena, 43, said in a video. Opening the hamper with her daughter Olympia, she gushed: “So excited for this. Olympia, you like this? Look, jam! Oh my gosh, crepes!”
Spotting the herbal teas, she added with a smile: “You know I love my tea. The one you drink and the one I serve.”
The sweet moment capped off with Serena thanking Meghan directly on social media. She called the delivery the “best surprise of the day”.
Is Serena Williams still friends with Meghan Markle?
Yes, and their friendship is stronger than ever.
Serena and Meghan have been close for over a decade, bonding over shared values, motherhood and now, entrepreneurship.
Meghan even referred to Serena as “auntie” to her kids Archie and Lilibet in a recent Instagram story.
After With Love, Meghan was released on Netflix, Serena took to social media to praise the show.
“Join my wonderful friend @meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, as she opens up her world and shares her personal tips for the kitchen, garden, and so much more,” Serena gushed on Instagram. “It’s a fun and inspiring series that reminds us all how easy it is to bring a little beauty into our everyday lives, even when we least expect it. Can’t wait for you to experience it!”
Serena, a mother of two herself, has also channelled her inner chef recently. Seemingly inspired by her duchess pal, the tennis star posted clips of herself making cherry pie, strawberry leaf tea, and crostini, all from scratch.
What is As Ever?
As Ever is Meghan Markle’s long-anticipated lifestyle brand. The brand was launched alongside her Netflix series With Love, Meghan.
The Duchess of Sussex has described the venture not as a brand, but as a “love language” – an extension of her passion for hospitality, homemade delights and curated living.
The first limited-edition drop included honey, jam, herbal tea, cookie mix, crepe mix and flower sprinkles.
“We’re live! Come shop the As Ever collection I’ve poured so much love into,” Meghan gushed on Instagram.
In a heartfelt newsletter to fans, she added: “It’s personal, it brings me joy, and I hope it becomes both personal and joyful for you too. You’re now familiar with the line-up of products, and as of today, you can order them for yourself to experience at home. I can’t wait to hear what you think!
“Welcome to As Ever…this is just the beginning!”
Despite selling out in under an hour, Meghan assured fans there would be more to come. She added that only limited quantities are available for each collection.
The brand’s debut is closely tied to Meghan’s recent public appearances and Netflix series, where she was seen cooking with friends and crafting beautiful spreads – many featuring the same products now sold under As Ever.
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