How can we bring more diverse people into not only Gucci, but the fashion industry more broadly? How do we provide a level playing field for those …Read more
Gucci hires diversity chief after criticism over insensitive designs
Gucci has appointed a diversity chief as part of a drive to restore its battered reputation after it was widely criticised for its use of racially charged and religiously insensitive designs The appointment of Rene Tirado who was previously the chief
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Gucci Names First Global Head of Diversity Equity and Inclusion
An attorney Tirado previously served as the chief diversity Prada and Burberry faced similar criticism over products and campaigns Chanel Prada and Burberry have all introduced diversity initiatives Since 2015 Gucci creative director
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Want culturally aware fashion Involve more designers of color
Mulling over the sweater other industry influencers of color in Harlem with Marco Bizzarri Guccis chief executive officer Soon after Gucci announced a sweeping new diversity initiative Fashion brands are increasingly calling on the expertise
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Prada Gucci and now Burberry Are brands under fire for offensive designs doing it on purpose
Though the design was inspired by the marine theme that ran throughout the collection it was insensitive Gucci was embroiled in controversy after unveiling a sweater with a design that resembled blackface Images of the black turtleneck pulled up
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Its 2019 And Theres Still Plenty Of Racism In Fashion
On February 15 he and a group of experts in inclusivity and accountability met with Gucci reps to discuss demands according to Fashionista As a result the brand announced a Multicultural Design Scholarship Program to hire five new designers
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Retailers controversy publicity stunts or genuine mistakes
In the past few months a handful of retailers have created a social media storm over insensitive designs apologies over controversial designs Last month Gucci apologised for the offence caused after an image of its womens balaclava jumper
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