Controversy Benetton Ads
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Controversy benetton ads. Many claimed the image of baby giusy was one of the most natural things one could see while others disagreed and the advertisement became one of the most complained about in the history of advertising. The story behind the colorization of a controversial benetton aids ad. Consider the previous ads we ve had on this list this one probably stands out as the most controversial the campaign features a range of world leaders kissing including the likes of obama merkel and sarkozy.
It is a wholly owned subsidiary of the benetton family s holding company edizione. The most recent and also the most contentious benetton ads controversy is the one where they showed pope benedict xvi kissing imam sheik ahmed el tayeb. Benetton group has a network of about 5 000 stores worldwide.
The dignity of david kirby who lay in a hospital bed dying of aids in 1990 is palpable. Is a global fashion brand based in ponzano veneto italy founded in 1965. The photo of the newborn baby girl giusy was intended as an anthem to life but was one of the most censured visuals in the history of benetton ads.
10 most controversial united colors of benetton ads. Whether or not they began in this way many benetton. The image of the two religious leaders in a lip lock drew the ire of many hardcore fans of the brand.
Since the 1980s benetton has gained a reputation for shock advertising that has whipped up controversy and stimulated debate and helped boost the brand recognition of the italian fashion giant. According to the company behind the ad the theme focuses on the kiss as it s a universal symbol of love. In 1991 benetton released an ad that featured a blood smeared baby still attached to its umbilical cord.
April 30 2020 george floros. A newborn baby advert 1991.