Christmas has arrived early at As Ever. Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, has teamed up with Los Angeles chocolatier Compartés for the brand’s first holiday Advent calendar: 24 handcrafted chocolates tucked into a limited-edition keepsake inspired by her and Prince Harry’s Montecito home and garden. The $148 calendar is available for preorder, with shipping expected to begin in early November, according to As Ever’s official product page.
And yes, it is undeniably a splurge. If $148 is more than you planned to spend on a December chocolate countdown, we have a few festive alternatives for you. First, though, there is plenty to admire about the little world Meghan and Compartés have put inside this box.
A Little Piece of Montecito for Christmas
The calendar’s illustration turns the Sussexes’ California home and garden into a holiday scene. Palm trees and the family’s chickens appear around the house, giving a traditional Christmas keepsake a sunny Montecito accent.
Inside, Compartés has made chocolates inspired by As Ever’s strawberry, raspberry and blackberry spreads and orange marmalade, alongside other confections, including a dark chocolate ganache truffle. One piece features As Ever’s Flower Sprinkles. The countdown numbers are based on Meghan’s handwriting and hand-painted in edible gold luster, As Ever says.
As Ever introduced the finished calendar on its official Instagram account. Explore the original post below:
View As Ever’s original Advent calendar post on Instagram
The original calendar
As Ever x Compartés Holiday Advent Calendar
A Montecito-inspired keepsake with 24 handcrafted chocolates and countdown numbers drawn from Meghan’s handwriting.
Limited edition · $148 · Preorder
Christmas Planning Started in June
Meghan gave followers a peek behind the scenes as the holiday project came together, revealing just how early Christmas planning began.
In an Instagram Story shared around the October 1 launch, the words “Christmas planning in June” appeared over footage of Meghan in a golf cart with Compartés chocolatier Jonathan Grahm. Early calendar artwork followed, and Pula, the family dog, made a cameo carrying a plush toy. PEOPLE and Town & Country reported the Story. The behind-the-scenes Story has since expired, but those contemporary reports preserve a glimpse of how the calendar came together.
Love the Idea, but Not the $148 Price?
We get it. Part of the fun of an Advent calendar is finding a small treat waiting each day in December. It does not have to cost $148. These four picks offer different takes on that ritual, from little jars of preserves to familiar holiday chocolates.
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RI Pick · The preserves connection
Bonne Maman 2026 Advent Calendar
Meghan’s strawberry, raspberry, blackberry and marmalade flavors invite a jam-lover’s detour. Bonne Maman turns preserves into a full countdown with 24 collectible mini glass jars, including seasonal spreads.
About $55.99 as of October 2, 2026.
Price checked October 2, 2026. Amazon prices and availability can change.RI Pick · Luxury chocolate for less
Godiva Holiday Chocolate Advent Calendar
For a gift-ready chocolate countdown at a lower price, Godiva offers 24 chocolates in a milk, dark and white assortment.
About $58 as of October 2, 2026.
Price checked October 2, 2026. Amazon prices and availability can change.RI Pick · A little British Christmas
Cadbury Dairy Milk Advent Calendar
A cheerful 24-day countdown for anyone who wants a familiar piece of Cadbury Dairy Milk behind each door.
About $23.99 as of October 2, 2026.
Price checked October 2, 2026. Amazon prices and availability can change.RI Pick · The chocolate crowd-pleaser
Lindt Teddy Advent Calendar
For a familiar festive chocolate treat, the Teddy calendar brings a playful shape and an assortment of Lindt chocolates to the countdown.
About $45.01 as of October 2, 2026. The listing showed limited inventory then.
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Meghan’s calendar circles back to the details that make it hers: Montecito artwork, handwritten numbers and flavors drawn from As Ever’s preserves. Together, they make it feel more like a collectible holiday gift than an ordinary chocolate countdown. The alternatives offer the same small December pleasure at a range of prices.
For more of Meghan’s independent work, explore our profile of Meghan, Duchess of Sussex and the Sussex branch of the Royal Family Tree.
Would you splurge on Meghan’s calendar, or choose one of the alternatives? Tell us in the comments.
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Last updated: October 2, 2026.
Update: As ever has now expanded its 2026 holiday collection with additional premium gift sets and seasonal bundles. See the new As ever holiday collection and current prices here.
