- The Mexican President’s wife blamed the luxury brand Ralph Lauren Corp RL of plagiarizing indigenous designs.
- In an Instagram post, Beatriz Gutierrez said the fashion label appropriated the work of Mexico’s pre-Hispanic cultures.
- “Hey Ralph (Lauren): We’ve already noticed that you really like Mexican designs,” she said.
- “However, by copying these designs, you are committing plagiarism, which is illegal and immoral.”
- The post had a photo of an Indigenous-themed cardigan hanging in a store.
- In response, Ralph told Lauren Reuters that it was surprised to learn that the product is still for sale. Ralph had previously issued an order to withdraw said piece from sale.
- The fashion retailer said all of its new products in the 2023 summer season will be created with domestic designs under “credit and collaboration”.
- “Hopefully you’re repairing the damage to the original communities that are doing this work with love and for no profit,” Gutierrez added in her post.
- also read: Singaporean fashion brand Lovebonito plans first US store in 2023, Eyes IPO: Report
- Price promotion: RL shares closed down 2.27% at $89.70 on Thursday.
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