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US, China remain at odds on numerous issues as Blinken finishes first day of meetings in Beijing
US, China remain at odds on numerous issues as Blinken finishes first day of meetings in Beijing
U.S. officials say United States and China have failed to overcome their most serious disagreements but were able to discuss them in a potentially constructive way and have agreed to continue talks
2023-06-19 01:16
Balenciaga divides with release of ‘absurd’ $925 bath towel skirt
Balenciaga divides with release of ‘absurd’ $925 bath towel skirt
People can’t decide whether Balenciaga’s new $925 bath towel skirt is an example of clever marketing or just a ploy to wipe wallets. The unparalleled high fashion house, piloted by long-time creative director Demna Gvasalia, regularly releases peculiar designs, made to look beaten down and wrecked, with purposeful outlandish price tags – see its $1,850 fully destroyed sneakers or $1,800 trash bag tote. But this particular pick from the brand’s Spring 2024 collection sparked widespread debate online as soon it became available for pre-order on 14 November. A $927 terry-cloth towel, fashioned to be a wrap skirt, comes after the Georgian designer faced backlash for a controversial 2022 holiday ad featuring children holding teddy bears in leather bondage. Following the extensive criticism, Demna said he planned on tapping into his “roots in fashion as well as to the roots of Balenciaga, which is making quality clothes – not making image or buzz”. He told Vogue his plan in February a few weeks ahead of his fall 2023 debut. But while the designer intended to find motivation from Balenciaga founder Cristóbal moving forward, this quirky bathroom garment prompted further conversation about the brand’s continued desire to offer “absurd” luxury items. One riled up fashion enthusiast took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to make a larger generalisation. “This is absurd, These brands will sell anything and everything at such ridiculously high prices,” they wrote. “Balenciaga is so unserious,” another critic commented, while someone else said: “I’ll say it again... Balenciaga is conducting an experiment. It’s a behavioral science study. You can’t convince me otherwise.” Amid the flock of immediate criticism, brand supporters pointed out the platform and intended buyers Balenciaga targets. “In economics we’d say they are discovering the true demand curve. They are checking their customer base to see how elastic they are. If it’s a fairly inelastic demand curve of which it’s very likely to be. They won’t lose anything by being selling s*** like this, in actual fact…” one person wrote. “I need customers like theirs,” another fan proclaimed. One candid reviewer wrote: “What kind of madness is this? At least I’m not their target market.” Other X users added remarks about how they could make their own towel skirt with their fluffy fabric at home. “I already got a towel skirt, it cost $10 and it’s from Walmart,” one individual commented. Playing off the high-end fashion brand’s current visibility, Ikea, the Swedish homewares and furniture brand, dropped a similar advertisement, highlighting its $10 VINARN bath towel. In promotional photos, a model could be seen with the towel wrapped around his waist, layered over a pair of construction pants. On top, the man donned a common Balenciaga identifier with a black hoodie and wrap-around moto sunglasses. Read More Women’s scarves and crocheted ties - what is Robert Peston wearing now? McDonald’s and Crocs collaborate on new Grimace shoes Jacob Elordi reveals why he always carries a purse Women’s scarves and crocheted ties - what is Robert Peston wearing now? McDonald’s and Crocs collaborate on new Grimace shoes Jacob Elordi reveals why he always carries a purse
2023-11-16 01:57
World's oceans set new surface temperature record: EU monitor
World's oceans set new surface temperature record: EU monitor
The world's oceans set a new temperature record this week, raising concerns about knock-on effects on the planet's climate, marine...
2023-08-05 01:22
NYC Mayor’s Woes Are So Bad Even Andrew Cuomo Is Eyeing a Run
NYC Mayor’s Woes Are So Bad Even Andrew Cuomo Is Eyeing a Run
There’s political blood in the water after a series of blows to New York City Mayor Eric Adams,
2023-11-30 19:58
What's the most points ever scored in a WNBA game?
What's the most points ever scored in a WNBA game?
So far this WNBA season we've had three 40-point performances from individual players. But what is the most points ever scored in a WNBA game?It's still only June, but we've already seenthree40-point performances in the WNBA this season. The first one came on May 21st when Breanna...
2023-06-24 03:52
Marchessault, Theodore lift Golden Knights to 3-2 shootout win over Canadiens
Marchessault, Theodore lift Golden Knights to 3-2 shootout win over Canadiens
Jonathan Marchessault and Shea Theordore scored in the shootout and the Vegas Golden Knights beat the Montreal Canadiens 3-2
2023-10-31 13:21
Who is Anna Richardson? TV host says she had to go on welfare after accusing Arnold Schwarzenegger
Who is Anna Richardson? TV host says she had to go on welfare after accusing Arnold Schwarzenegger
Anna Richardson was shunned from her job for two years because she sued Arnold Schwarzenegger
2023-09-22 16:45
Meta's new AI chatbot trained on public Facebook and Instagram posts
Meta's new AI chatbot trained on public Facebook and Instagram posts
By Katie Paul MENLO PARK, California Meta Platforms used public Facebook and Instagram posts to train its new
2023-09-29 02:26
New England and the upper Midwest could have a higher fire risk than the West this year. Here's why
New England and the upper Midwest could have a higher fire risk than the West this year. Here's why
Unusually hot and dry northeastern and upper Midwest states are forecast to be wildfire hotspots this summer, while historically fire-prone Western states, including California, have a lower-than-normal predicted wildfire risk.
2023-06-14 22:24
MetLife beats quarterly profit estimates on robust investment income
MetLife beats quarterly profit estimates on robust investment income
MetLife on Wednesday reported a third-quarter profit that was above Wall Street expectations, as recovery in the U.S.
2023-11-02 04:54
'Down to the wire!' Kylie Minogue is worried her Las Vegas residency venue won't be ready in time
'Down to the wire!' Kylie Minogue is worried her Las Vegas residency venue won't be ready in time
'I Should Be So Lucky' hitmaker Kylie Minogue has admitted her Las Vegas venue "hasn't even finished its build yet", and it could go "down to the wire".
2023-10-05 15:23
How did Ashley Judd injure her leg? Actress shares pic of herself walking again more than 2 years after serious accident
How did Ashley Judd injure her leg? Actress shares pic of herself walking again more than 2 years after serious accident
Ashley Judd said, 'Ongoing gratitude of profound proportions to the Congolese who saved me, and the surgeons, neurologist, and physical therapist'
2023-08-13 18:22