Vogue India has started a whirlwind debate about the appropriateness of photo spread that drapes some of India's poorest citizens in high profile designer luxury goods such as a Hermes Birkin bag, Burberry umbrella, and the featured Fendi bib ($100 MSRP) in the photo above. A very interesting idea, I appreciate that creates a discussion a many levels. It also reminds me of Peter Gronquist's luxury weapons. It puts the price, and necessity of luxury items in a whole new perspective. READ MORE and let me know your take.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008
Vogue India Sparks Controversy
Vogue India has started a whirlwind debate about the appropriateness of photo spread that drapes some of India's poorest citizens in high profile designer luxury goods such as a Hermes Birkin bag, Burberry umbrella, and the featured Fendi bib ($100 MSRP) in the photo above. A very interesting idea, I appreciate that creates a discussion a many levels. It also reminds me of Peter Gronquist's luxury weapons. It puts the price, and necessity of luxury items in a whole new perspective. READ MORE and let me know your take.
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