A $65 Candle Without a Wick? The Internet is Buzzing!
It seems Meghan Markle’s latest venture has sparked a different kind of firestorm – one of social media amusement! An American influencer’s video, showcasing a wickless candle from Markle’s brand, has gone viral, leaving many wondering what exactly happened. This is the story of how a luxury product launch went hilariously wrong.
The video, shared by US political commentator Link Lauren, quickly lit up the internet. In the clip, Lauren unboxed the Signature Candle, only to reveal a glaring omission: no wick! The $65 (approximately ₹5,756) candle was, well, unlit, sparking immediate reactions.
“I got Markled! I unboxed Meghan Markle’s new $65 candle at my show today. There’s no wick! Kind of a metaphor for her career. Nothing’s lighting,” Lauren quipped in the caption of his post on X, which has already received over 162,000 views. Talk about a social media moment!
As Lauren opened the elegantly packaged candle, the missing wick was impossible to ignore, and he couldn’t help but laugh at the irony. “You guys, this is not a joke. I’m testing Meghan Markle’s new candle on my show. There’s literally no wick,” he said, holding up the evidence for all to see.
This candle is part of Markle’s new lifestyle brand, which launched earlier this year. While the brand has received some praise, it has also faced criticism, particularly for its premium pricing and somewhat vague marketing. But here’s where it gets controversial: Did this mishap stem from a simple manufacturing error, or does it reflect deeper issues?
Lauren’s video ends with him chuckling at the situation, even joking that perhaps Markle herself had a hand in the missing wick. “Quality Control really needed to check the quality because it’s out of control,” he added.
Social Media Reactions: A Mixed Bag
Social media users have offered a range of reactions. Some believe it was an honest mistake, while others saw it as a perfect example of “peak Markle branding.” One user humorously wrote, “Oh no! Perhaps you were supposed to order the wick separately?” Another added, “Strange how there’s a hole in the candle where a wick must have been. Call me cynical, but it’s almost like someone may have removed it.”
And this is the part most people miss… Some users debated whether the candle was designed to be used with a candle warmer. However, others were quick to point out that this was a case of a clear oversight.
Controversy & Comment Hooks: What do you think? Was this a simple mistake, or does it say something about the brand’s quality control? Share your thoughts in the comments below! Did you think the price tag of $65 was reasonable for a candle?
Published by: Yashna Talwar
Published on: November 11, 2025
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