In a matter of days Claudia Schiffer has sparked controversy over a photo snapped by Karl Lagerfeld that shows her sporting an afro and dark makeup on one of the 6 covers for Stern Fotografie.
But now, the supermodel’s rep has come out to defend the photo. Schiffer’s rep issued a statement saying:
“The pictures have been taken out of context. The images were designed to reflect different men’s fantasies. The pictures were not intended to offend, they were done very creatively and they are some of Karl Lagerfeld’s favorite images of Claudia. People should not jump to conclusions.”
And there you have it.
Shevelle Rhule, editor of Pride magazine, makes a very valid point. Upon seeing the picture the fashion editor said:
“I don’t believe they deliberately set out to offend, they obviously see it as being arty and feel that they are pushing boundaries. But clearly no thought has been given to the history behind what they have done and the comparisons it draws with minstrel shows.”
Well said.
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