Dior and Jennifer Lawrence slammed for "appropriation" and "insensitivity" over collection celebrating Mexican heritage
People took issue with the fact that the fashion giant chose to feature a white actress in a campaign that was celebrating Mexican culture and heritage
Luxury brand Dior is facing heat over their latest fashion campaign featuring actress Jennifer Lawrence, with many taking issues with the fashion giant taking a white actress in a campaign that was purportedly celebrating Mexican culture.
Daily Mail reports the Dior Cruise 2019 collection was influenced by 'escaramuzas', Mexican horsewomen who perform in a rodeo-like sport called charreada. In a behind-the-scenes interview for the campaign, Lawrence spoke excitedly about the project, saying, "One of the main inspirations for this collection is the traditional women riders of Mexico, so I am really excited that this collection is looking at and celebrating these women's heritage through such a modern lens."