Daily Archives: October 27, 2013
Kate Spade Digs Out From Controversy
The well-known fashion company, Kate Spade, is under fire following the release of a limited edition bag. The bag is an abbreviation of Kate Spade New York highlighting their signature “spade” logo but Tweeters noticed it appears to read “I … Continue reading
Urban Outfitters Pulls Book Bashing Brand
Mid-October, The New York Daily News reported that Urban Outfitters pulled a book written by Gawker Media’s Jezebel blog due to harsh posts on the site that bashed the company. The book — The Book of Jezebel: An Illustrated Encyclopedia of Lady … Continue reading
Hough Redfaced at ‘Orange’ Misstep
Halloween is a time when one can expect the boundaries to be pushed, especially by celebrities. Throughout the years we have all seen the questionable and racy costumes either paraded at the hottest Halloween party or on the cover of … Continue reading
Seeing ‘Pink’ Misdirection Play
Pink is the new orange, at least in October. It’s Breast Cancer Awareness month and products promoting discussion and research are everywhere; even the NFL is joining “Pinktober.” Controversy has emerged around brands pink-washing products for their own financial gain. … Continue reading
Gaga’s Twitter Tactic Promos Latest Single
For Lady Gaga, nothing is done the “normal” way. Not her songs, music videos or even her album promo. Today, Lady Gaga’s Twitter page acted as her primary publicity to hype the release of her single “Do What You Want” … Continue reading