Wednesday, August 6, 2014

Nine West Ads Depict Women on Walk of Shame, Hunting for Husbands: Offensive or Creative?

Nine West Ads Depict Women on Walk of Shame, Hunting for Husbands: Offensive or Creative?   A new Nine West ad campaign tries to sell women shoes by placing them in situations many are decrying as sexist. In one photo, for instance, a purse is caring a pair of flip-flops while the faceless woman featured in it does the “Anticipatory Walk of Shame.” On another, the company writes that its footwear is great for “starter husband hunting.” Senior Vice President of Marketing Erika Szychowki tells the New York Times that the tag lines are simply reflective of current times and vernacular. Read more >