Dior Facing Backlash for Casting Jennifer Lawrence
The Dior brand has come under fire for casting actress Jennifer Lawrence as the star of their new fashion campaign that celebrates Mexican culture.
“One of the main inspirations for this collection is the traditional women riders of Mexico,” Lawrence said about the campaign. “I am really excited that this collection is looking at and celebrating these women’s heritage through such a modern lens.” Jennifer’s excitement for the campaign was met with ire from others on social media who said, “Get a Mexican model. This is so far off the mark it’s crazy and I can’t believe more people aren’t discussing it.” It is a deep discussion on social media, and there are those that think the opposite. Dior hasn’t commented on the controversy, but did point out that their latest magazine issue features stories from Mexico that were shot by Mexican photographers.
Which side are you on in this debate?
Dior faces major backlash for casting Jennifer Lawrence in new campaign for Mexican-inspired designshttps://t.co/zmea9kXvR0 pic.twitter.com/26mVb3Hr96
— Goss.ie (@goss_ie) November 21, 2018
This is like taking Jennifer Lawrence to play the role of Frida Khalo. Dior wanted a face that would reach to the audience at the expense of using Mexican styled clothing. Total disregard to beautiful Mexican women.
— Lorena Bonilla, MD, FACP (@bonill07) November 20, 2018
Dior’s latest collection is “inspired by the women riders of Mexico” but features Jennifer Lawrence as the model. Makes me wonder how many people of Mexican heritage helped design the collection in the first place... Let’s not forget, @Dior has done this Bihor. 😉 pic.twitter.com/J8BMFhuHeA
— vanessadoban(Taylor’s Version) 💖 (@vanessadoban) November 20, 2018
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