Meghan’s £112 Advent Calendar Sparks Debate Over Luxury vs. Tradition

Investigating the rising cost of advent calendars, from £112 chocolates to £860 Burgundy. PolicyWire examines the trend and public reaction.

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October 9, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — London, United Kingdom — The latest holiday trend has sparked controversy as consumers face increasingly extravagant options for their advent calendars, with a £112 chocolate version from Meghan Markle’s brand leading the charge.

The Duchess of Sussex’s As Ever advent calendar features 24 hand-numbered chocolates, each crafted by Los Angeles-based Compartés and inspired by her Montecito garden. Priced at £112, it equates to about £4.67 per piece, though the exact cost per kilo remains unverified due to the inclusion of packaging.

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While the royal family’s own chocolate calendar is significantly cheaper at £12, other luxury options have drawn attention for their high price tags. From £175 cheese calendars to £860 Burgundy, the trend reflects a shift in how people approach the traditional countdown to Christmas, raising questions about value and extravagance.

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