Instagram consumers hot air Adele over Russian couture
Date
7/16/2024 8:45:46 AM
(MENAFN) Pop superstar Adele has come under fire from social media users following her decision to wear a dress by Russian fashion house Valentin Yudashkin during a recent concert in Las Vegas. The gown, characterized by a full skirt and form-fitting bodice adorned with black chiffon and hand-embroidered floral designs, was crafted under the guidance of Galina Yudashkina, the daughter of the late renowned designer Valentin Yudashkin.
Initially, Adele's concert photos posted on Instagram received an outpouring of praise from fans, who described her as "gorgeous." However, the sentiment quickly shifted once the Russian origin of the dress became known. The comments section was inundated with harsh criticism, with many accusing the singer of indirectly supporting Russia in its "bloody, illegal, and genocidal war on Ukraine."
Some users went as far as to claim the dress was "covered in the blood of Ukrainian children," condemning Adele for her choice when she could have opted for any designer globally. One comment mockingly questioned, "So next time are you going to wear a Russian military uniform?" alluding to Yudashkin's history of designing uniforms for the Russian armed forces. This prompted comparisons to German designer Hugo Boss's Nazi-era designs, highlighting the provocative nature of her fashion choice.
At the time of writing, Adele's post had garnered approximately 7,000 comments, with around two-thirds expressing disdain. The backlash also extended to her Twitter account, where she shared concert footage. As of now, Adele has not responded to the criticism surrounding her controversial outfit choice. This incident underscores the complexities and sensitivities surrounding fashion and its connections to geopolitical issues, particularly in today's charged climate.
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