“We’re Sorry” – Glassons Removes Mannequins

“We’re Sorry” – Glassons Removes Mannequins

By Fleur Revell
16 October 2014

Clothing giant Glassons has today apologised to its customers for featuring display mannequins which some Kiwis have described as an unattainable depiction of women.

The mannequins which featured visible ribs, sparked a nationwide debate on whether this was an appropriate portrayal of the female form.

Hallenstein Glasson CEO Graeme Popplewell says the company has agreed its mannequins were unacceptable and has ordered their removal from display in all stores.

“While these mannequins are not new to the business, we have taken on-board the feedback of New Zealand women in its entirety, and we unreservedly apologise for any upset we may have caused those who viewed the store displays,” says Popplewell.

“The removal of the offending mannequins is effective immediately and once again we wish to reiterate how truly sorry we are to the women of New Zealand,” he says.

Popplewell, says Glassons would like to reassure the New Zealand public that in future a more rigorous selection process will be adhered to for its point of sale display mannequins.

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