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· Bryan Ke
‘We respect Chinese people’s feelings’: Dior and fashion photographer apologize for controversial photo
French luxury brand Dior and Chinese fashion photographer Chen Man have apologized for the controversial photo of a Chinese woman that has since been removed from a Shanghai exhibit. The apology: In a post on Weibo on Tuesday, Chen, 41, said that she reflected on the backlash…
· Carl Samson
Dior sparks local controversy over photo of Asian woman at Shanghai exhibition
Dior has drawn criticism in China over a photo in its exhibition that purportedly caters to Western aesthetics vilifying Asian women. Driving the news: The image, shot by Chinese photographer Chen Man, appeared in the French brand’s “LADY DIOR” exhibit in Shanghai. It shows an…
· Michelle De Pacina
Teen tennis champ Emma Raducanu is Dior’s new global ambassador
Emma Raducanu is making her mark in the fashion industry shortly after winning the US Open this year. Tennis to Fashion: On Oct. 19, the tennis champion was announced as Dior’s newest global ambassador, reported CNN.
· Editorial Staff
DJ for Chanel, Dior Posts Video of Partiers Wearing Racist Masks Chanting ‘Wuhan Girls’
Guests at a dinner party in Paris are facing backlash after a video featuring them wearing racist masks and chanting “Wuhan girls” was uploaded to Instagram. The video was shared on Thursday night by French DJ Michel Gaubert, a regular collaborator with major fashion brands such…
· Jin Hyun
Dior Accused of Cultural Appropriation For Native American-Inspired Fragrance With ‘Oriental Tones’
Dior has been caught in the midst of another cultural appropriation scandal for their use of Native American cultural imagery as well as their use of the term “oriental” to describe their fragrance “Sauvage.” The new Dior Sauvage, le Parfum – Stories behind the creation (part 1)…
· Ryan General
‘Single’s Inferno’ star Song Ji-a (Free Zia) apologizes for wearing fake designer clothing on the show
“Single's Inferno” star Song Ji-a faced criticism after online sleuths pointed out that the luxury clothes she wore on the show were fake. On Monday, the 25-year-old influencer uploaded an apology video to YouTube, saying she should have been “more careful and thoughtful.” “I am…
· Ryan General
Meet Seong Min-ji, the social media influencer looking for men with ‘pretty noses’ on ‘Single’s Inferno’
Seong Min-ji joined the cast of Netflix’s “Single’s Inferno” in the show’s fifth episode, along with new contestants Kim Su-min and Cha Hyun-seung. Seong is a social media influencer and freelance model who has worked with both cosmetic and wedding dress brands. Attracted to men…
· Carl Samson
‘Asian face’: Gucci draws flak in China for model’s ‘small eyes,’ makeup
Gucci has become the latest company to come under fire in China for having a model that allegedly perpetuates “Western stereotypes” about Chinese people. Driving the news: In ads for its new series of bamboo top handle bags, Gucci allegedly featured a female model with “slanted…
· Carl Samson
Mercedes-Benz latest to spark outrage in China for featuring model with ‘slanted eyes’
Mercedes Benz has become the latest company to face backlash in China for allegedly perpetuating Western stereotypes about Chinese people in a recent advertisement. Driving the news: The critical response reportedly blew up on Monday after the German carmaker posted a video that…
· Carl Samson
‘Am I not Chinese?’: Model pushes back against criticism of her ‘slanted eyes’
A Chinese model at the center of an ongoing controversy about beauty standards and Western stereotypes in China has clapped back at critics taking a jab at her “slanted eyes.” Driving the news: The model, who goes by the professional name Cai Niang Niang, appeared in a 2019 ad…
· Elizabeth Lee
Fashion world celebrates the life and legacy of Virgil Abloh
Groundbreaking fashion designer Virgil Abloh died yesterday following a private, two-year battle with a rare form of cancer at the age of 41. Saying goodbye: Celebrities and other industry leaders took to social media to mourn Abloh’s passing and share personal memories of the…
· Bryan Ke
Cat Who Saved Elderly Man Becomes Police Chief for a Day and She Hates It Here
Koko-chan, a cat who helped save a man’s life last year, was recently appointed police chief for a day, and she appeared to not enjoy any of it. The ceremony was held on April 13, where Koko-chan signed the certificate of recognition with her paw, according to NHK.
· Carl Samson
Sacramento Teacher Gets Death Threats After Using ‘Slant-Eyes’ to Explain Racism in Zoom Class
A high school teacher in Sacramento, California is under investigation after making a controversial gesture in an online class last week. Nicole Burkett, who teaches Spanish and serves as a student advisor at Grant Union High School, stretched her eyes up and down to demonstrate…
· Leanna Chan
16 Over-the-Top Mooncakes to Celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival
During Mid-Autumn Festival (中秋節) Chinese people across the globe enjoy a delicious tradition — mooncakes to share with family and friends while celebrating the moon. Mooncakes are traditionally filled with either red bean or lotus paste along with an egg yolk. There are many…
· Bryan Ke
Hong Kong Bakery Survives Pandemic by Making Incredible ‘Slipper’ and ‘Fried Chicken’ Cakes
A Hong Kong bakery studio has come up with a way to recover financially from the COVID-19 pandemic by making “illusion cakes” that look like common objects. Dear Harley Cake Studio, located in the Central and Western District of Hong Kong, is now offering made-to-order cakes…
· Ryan General
Japanese Anime Park Will Let You Zip-Line Into Godzilla’s Mouth
A popular anime park in Japan is adding a special attraction featuring a beloved giant lizard monster. Monster museum: Situated in Hyogo Prefecture on Awaji Island, the Nijigen no Mori amusement park is paying homage to Godzilla by dedicating its very first museum, SoraNews24…
· Brittany Grey
What One Friendship Can Teach You About Mental Health for Women of Color
Editor’s Note: The opinions expressed in this piece are solely those of the authors. This article was originally published on An Injustice! via Medium. “Caring for myself is not self-indulgence. It is self-preservation, and that is an act of political warfare.” —Audre Lorde
· Ryan General
Reckless Driver Mocks Asian American Woman With Racist Insults on Instagram, Loses Her Job
A victim of a vehicular accident in California was later targeted with racist attacks by the very person who hit her car. Xandra Garlejo was driving home for Father’s Day weekend on June 19, when her car was hit by another vehicle along the intersection of Parkdale Blvd. and…
· Ryan General
‘Rich Mom’ on TikTok is the Asian Mom We All Wish We Had in Quarantine
A “rich” Asian mom is helping her TikTok followers look fabulous and glamorous while stuck at home during the COVID-19. Korean American fashion stylist/blogger Chriselle Lim has become quite an influential content creator on social media, attracting over 750,000 subscribers on…
· Carl Samson
‘Awkwafina is Nora From Queens’ is Already Getting a Season 2
“Awkwafina is Nora From Queens” has been greenlit for a second season. Comedy Central broke the news on Tuesday, one week before the show’s Season 1 premiere.