THE MOST CONTROVERSIAL MOMENTS OF LUXURY BRANDS
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- Опубліковано 12 гру 2023
- Hi guys, it's Eileen. I'm not proud to admit that I was unaware of the many controversies related to luxury brands. This is not to say you shouldn't do any designer shopping anymore, but I think it doesn't hurt to know more about the luxury brands we're supporting xx
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Thank you for watching this video about some of the most controversial moments of designer brands xx - Навчання та стиль
I don’t think Balenciaga is sorry. I just think they are sorry they got caught.
I think all these brands are sorry they got caught but aren’t actually sorry. For the mere fact that they allow these things to happen, what are they hoping for? That people won’t notice? And when we do and react it’s like someone decides “let’s just apologise and be done with it” 🙄
@@nesisantsele3215 I completely agree with you. I have no interest in supporting luxury brands even if I could afford it.
Sadly I have the same feeling too xx
And hollywood famous ppl went back to support the brand 😨
I also think they knew what they were doing. It was no mistake. Too many people ok'd the campaign.
I cannot forget what Balenciaga did. In fact the entire Kerings group could be in the same mindset. It’s a very deplorable mindset, cannot be cleansed.
It’s sad that the old Balenciaga designs is linked to this scandal, need to segregate the designs, the problem are those from current era.
I have removed the only Balenciaga bag (of this Demna era) from my bag collection. Absolutely no more Balenciaga-Kerings for me.
I avoid adding any designer items from the Kerings group. It’s just an individual action. Also, money do not grow from trees for me, have to be selective with my purchases.
Thank you for sharing xx
I refuse to purchase any Kering group items. I’m not a huge fan of cancel culture, but children are a line that should not be crossed. Great video, thank you! ❤
Those little ones need us to protect them xx
I now only buy vintage luxury. Designer luxury brands today just aren't the same and certainly don't deserve the elevated price tags. But I do purchase and love the new quiet luxury brands. They're just as beautiful and often better quality for much much less.
Hi. Could you tell me please some quite luxury brands that you prefer. It would be nice to know because I am looking for a nice bag that costs less.
Thanks for sharing! xx
I was in China on study abroad when the D&G scandal happened actually. There was a D&G in the global mall and in another area (called taikooli). Both were closed and the windows were blacked out (and one of them even had the signs removed). I didn’t see one person wearing D&G clothing (real or fake) and in the fake market there was NOTHING to do with the brand. That brand and its designers have been in so many scandals that I don’t think I will ever buy anything from them.
I'm glad they received those responses from the Chinese! I don't think I'll ever buy from them either xx
This video really made me think 🤔. I knew about the Balenciaga scandal but not the others. It's disturbing what these brands have done in the name of fashion.
I was shocked to learn about these scandals too xx
Great video Eileen. I didn't know about several of these controversies and it is very disappointing to see these offensive actions done in the name of fashion. These brands need to do better and happy to see that consumers, models, etc., are calling out them out.
Agree! xx
I was not shocked about the bondaged stuffed toys but the supreme court documents was a deliberate reference of a sexual nature and left a very bad aftertaste. I am a fan of the old Balenciaga Haute Couture so I would never purchase any of the new Balenciaga brand but I find it amazing that someone thought that the campaign was a good idea.
Same here, the face that the design was ever released into the public is puzzling to me xx
These ‘hidden agenda’ of their campaign were very disturbing 🤢
I doubt I'll buy anything from them any time soon xx
D&G had away more problematic situations like creating the slave sandals , the slave collection as a whole, they been fat shaming lady gaga, making black face in a party, calling selena gomes ugly, went in a fight with rickin martin and elton jhon because they are against gay adopting children or even getting married, they even went in a fight with miley cyrus out of nowhere because she was supporting her brother and much more… D&G is very problematic.
D&G are so absurd to me considering 1. Both are very gay. 2. Both claim not to be racist. It’s like HUH?
I don’t know if they are more problematic but for me nothing trumps Teddy bears with sado-maso bondage, and models parading baby corpses and carrying sacs with baby bottles full of blood and bloody diapers and showing Satanic symbols. Thx but for me no thx!
My perception about the brand has been stained forever xx
I'm not defending the brands, but to provide a more balanced perspective, it can be argued that artists have the freedom to express themselves creatively, even if their work challenges societal norms. This could be seen as a form of avant-garde art that pushes boundaries. Art is subjective, and interpretations can vary widely. The intention behind the campaign could be more complex or metaphorical than a surface-level reading might suggest. The Burberry example triggered a discussion on mental health and suicide that was thought provoking for some (but does having Burberry remove the collection make the problems go away? No, just makes it more comfortable for us not to be reminded of them). That being said, we live in an age where people are increasingly easily offended, and brands looking to maximize sales should consider that engaging in campaigns that are likely to offend or upset a significant portion of the population may be viewed as irresponsible. Finding the right balance involves navigating these considerations thoughtfully. Artists may choose to push boundaries, but doing so carefully contributes to a more inclusive and larger customer base. In my opinion however, I do not believe that it real art if it makes people feel warm and fuzzy, is conventional or is something that the masses are entirely comfortable with consuming.
I don't think any of it is accidental. As the saying goes, there is no such thing as negative publicity. All the more reason I'm hesitant to buy luxury goods moving forward, the Balenciaga fiasco was the end for me. It's all just kind of gross.
The arrogance of these brands is stifling xx
Great video Eileen! Balenciaga is totally dead to me, and there’s absolutely nothing they could do to make me think otherwise. No mercy for predators even if they are ”sorry”.
I knew about Balenciaga...horrible...not the rest. Brave of you to speak out and do it in an educational way.
Glad it was helpful! xx
I so appreciate how you bring intelligence and thoughtfulness to the luxury space. ♥️
I was about to shop the Balenciaga mini city when this scandal broke out and put that idea behind me immediately. That campaign was disgusting to the ninth potency. I never forget or forgive Children or pet abuse, exploitation or show of lack of respect for the defenseless little ones. Won’t buy anything from them or D&G. It was this scandal that made me aware of the negative aspect of buying such expensive bags! Imagine spending almost 2000€ in a bag and then not use it bc the brand did not show sufficient maturity and responsibility to safeguard the client's financial investment. Lack of respect for the client too. For me the image of the brand it’s forever stained.
Same sentiment here! It puzzles me how certain designs did not get stopped in the many stages of production before they got released into the public xx
Great informative video. These issues are important and so glad you took the time to shed light on this side of fashion
Thank you for your support xx
I think that this video is very important. Personally I what Balanicaga did is not forgettable and people should have been criminally charged for child P... There is no apologizing out of this one. I would never wear anything by this brand and find it disturbing when I see others wearing it. The other things done by the other brands I can forgive even though I find them very inappropriate.
Thanks for sharing xx
My little brain can not comprehend how this companies think that is OK on any level.
Same xx
I came from an orphanage and was adopted and those Balenciaga ad are very disturbing 😳 to me!
It's puzzling how anyone in Balenciaga would think that was ok xx
This is a really informative video. I was not aware of some of those controversies.
Glad this was helpful xx
The latest Zara campaign which resembled some of the horror that is happening in Gaza was also awful.
Thank you for sharing, I'll look into it xx
Thank you for addressing this topic. I wasn’t aware of all of the scandals.
I think this is my fave video of yours so far ❤
Thank you xx
I think it’s a timely reminder since it’s shopping season soon.
And remember Gabbana calling Selena Gomez 'So ugly!' in his Insta post in 2018. Then a commenter said Selena looks like a Pomeranian dog and he replied ' hahaha so true hahaha'.
I didn't know about that but gosh that was disgraceful of Gabbana :(
If only fashion designers would be true to the beauty that exists in our natural world rather than trying to create "shock factor" and appalling presentations of their products. I don't understand why fashion shows need to show outrageous clothing when probably no one will wear those items. Let's get back to having class and decency. Thanks Eileen for this video.
The natural world is indeed beautiful. Artists likely create pieces for their own satisfaction/artistic expression/pushing boundaries, etc. and what motivates them to do their work is not to please others. That being said, if they don't create stuff that people want to buy, the fashion houses can't make money 😅
Thank you for sharing your thoughts xx
Thanks for making this video 💪🏼
Thank you so much! xx
Though not a luxury brand but the Zara campaign has been on of the lowest campaigns this world have witnessed
Proud of You Eileen Terima Kasih 🌟
Thank you xx
I think you did a good thing by posting this. 🖤
A bit off topic maybe, but here I go:
The story behind one of the most iconic pieces ever, the trenchcoat, is also dark and staind with blood (made for war).
I believe those big brands mentioned are not sincere in their apologies, it's more a strategic position and more free advertisement for them. If Balenciaga for example had some dignity, they should have left the market all together, or fire the entire creative production team (I still wonder if the "artist"that came up with the distasteful campain was on drugs..but Balenciaga still needs people, after the "artist" comes up with the prototypes, to confirm and approve...it's discomforting to know).
Lastly, I'd like to mention the war between Israel-Palestine. As we speak, as we sleep, 370+ known companies, a big piece of them straight out of the fashion segment (Chanel, LV amongst them), are directly, financialy and/or morally supporting the killing of thousands of Palestinian children (the majority of the deaths are infants).
To me this is of more urgency and more real than the absurd advertisements of any brand. To whomever it may concern: please research this, inform yourself. I don't want blood on my hands.
Peace for all, thank you for this video.
Excellent video.
Thank you very much! xx
What a bout Zara ? 🤔🤔
Not a luxury brand
Yes, currently under fire for their latest ad campaign.
I do not find the Zara campaign offense at all. It's ridiculous that a roughed up plaster wall used as prop for a photo shoot should be identified as a reference to the Gaza conflict. So many people are offended by the smallest thing I am surprised one can do/say anything without being in fear of being cancelled. My frustration is not directed at you just in case my comment sounds like it does.
@@hinas_for_life These campaigns are designed by highly qualified professionals in the field, nothing happens by chance. They know exactly what they are doing and how to convey their message to influence society. When they present a model with a mannequin wrapped in a shroud, it can not only be interpreted as a political position but also a call to attention in very bad taste. It is normalization and even encouragement of the macabre. Why so much low-caliber energy?! Why these attempts to make society descend to the lowest levels of degradation and vulgarity that is occurring everywhere. Zara has been asking for it for a while now IMO.
@@hinas_for_lifeYour post is so refreshing to read. It's rare for people not to feel offended these days. I totally agree that because many people are offended so easily nowadays that artistic expression has been seriously compromised. The role of artists is to challenge the status quo and to push boundaries, not to make the masses happy and comfortable. Even if the designer was inspired somehow by current events, why should they not be allowed to make reference to it? We are moving in the direction of censorship like in communist societies! This probably due to people being intolerant of discomfort to the point that we refuse to be reminded of anything that is negative going on in the world.
I, too, only knew about Balenciaga. So disappointing!!
I personally can't see those brands in the same light ever again xx
@@ColourfulNoir I agree! I have wanted a Balenciaga bag for a long time but will never purchase it.
Using chopsticks isn’t any different from using a fork but making fun of Asians for no reason is wrong. It’s just not as wrong as exploiting children. D&G was just stupid. Balenciaga was depraved.
Agree! xx
Honestly, with most of these, I think cancel culture is working too hard. People are way too sensitive. We should be outraged at many things in the world (like violence against women in Muslim countries, modern day slavery, famine, etc.), The only one I feel is genuinely upsetting is the Balenciaga and children.
Luxury brands are going weird nowadays
This is pure lack of empathy 😢
I love such content from time to time. I still rembember a campain from Benneton in the 90ies when they portraited the dying Jesus Christ. Since then i never bought anything from Benneton again. I think Designer do have a responsability, and not just make pretty things
Thank you for sharing xx
If using chopsticks with spaghetti is racist, then is using a fork with Chinese food racist too? I'm thinking that if one is proficient at using chopsticks that they probably are able to eat spaghetti as gracefully as a person using a fork. Some spaghetti may drop down a little with chopsticks or a fork but as long as it doesn't smear on your face what's the difference? If someone wants to use chopsticks with spaghetti or any other food, that is not to be concerned with. Same as using a fork or spoon. Use what you are comfortable with. Why would anyone care or call either chopsticks or forks and spoons racist? Both are simply implements to assist with eating. One is not better than the other, just choose for yourself and don't concern yourself with what someone else wants to use. I don't understand all the uproar over chopsticks versus forks.
People actually get paid for this. Mind boggling.
I only know about Balenciaga from another content creator. I don't watch news. This is so wrong....
Agree! xx
Balenciaga is a no for me. That campaign was disgusting.
All of these are so gross. I never bought Gucci because I literally found it so disgusting. They even released monkey keychains and whatnot in this blackface collection. Very disgustingly racist. Yet, now. All forgiven. How many people, influencers and black influencers are wearing Gucci smh.
I have a feeling many consumers might not be aware of the controversies. I was quite oblivious to the many scandals until I did my research, but now that I am aware, I find it very hard to even browse anything from those brands xx
I believe people at those brands are not always so educated and a little bit ignorant. Don’t believe they are actually evil…. The Gucci sweater for example: when I looked at that thing so did not see black face, perhaps because this is more of an American issue. It is not „a thing“ here in Europe so I get how an Italian house didn’t see it either.
This just highlights my post that art is subjective and open to interpretation. Some people see a black face, others do not. While I agree it's our responsibility to educate ourselves, it's also possible that the artist had something completely different in mind when they created the piece, and not everything revolves around you and what you happen to be offended by (I write this with respect and we can agree to disagree).
@@filmbuff000 agree that we should get with the times and understand the nuances in modern society. Totally agree with respecting others and gaining an understanding of history/cultural context of why someone might be offended. It's also good to understand the artist's intentions and recognize the role of artists in society is that they are there to challenge the status quo and to push boundaries and that "not pissing people off" may not be the prime objective of creating art. 😊
@@filmbuff000 I totally agree with your comment that if the intent is to promote racism then it is racist. I'm not defending this but trying to understand it from the perspective of the artist creating the art that may be interpreted as racist. We've already discussed the scenario of ignorance/cultural insensitivity. In some cases, artists may intentionally create works that address racism by depicting it. This can be a form of commentary or critique aimed at highlighting and challenging social issues. Or, artists may have well-intentioned ideas but lack the understanding of how their work may perpetuate stereotypes or contribute to harmful narratives. Not only can artists push boundaries, that's their role in society! That being said, I believe that artists, like everyone else, should strive to be conscious of the impact their work may have on diverse audiences. Thanks so much for the interesting discussion, have a wonderful day!
@@ashhh987 Very first sentence of the (German) Wikipedia website to Blackface translated: „Blackface is a theater and entertainment masquerade that is shown in the Minstrel shows of the 18th and 19th. Century was popular in the United States. White actors painted their faces dark and played a black one.“
We don’t even have a word for it, hence the Wikipedia pages using the English word „Blackface“. Most people in Europe would not know what Blackface is because is has never been such a controversy here. And yes there has been blackface in Europe (maybe there is some today?).. but it is just not as I said „a thing“.
I agree. I honestly didn't see the reference in the sweater.