Zara Pulls Controversial Halloween Costume Over Concentration Camp Resemblance
Spanish fashion giant Zara has removed a children's Halloween costume from its British website after critics noted its disturbing resemblance to concentration camp uniforms.
Spanish fashion giant Zara has once again found itself at the center of an international storm following the release of a children's Halloween costume that drew severe historical connotations.
The controversial children's Halloween costume, sold on the brand's British website for 39.99 pounds, featured blue and gray vertical stripes with a distressed effect.
Social media users quickly pointed out that the design bore an alarming resemblance to the uniforms forced upon inmates at the Auschwitz concentration camp. While some defenders suggested the outfit was inspired by the movie character Beetlejuice, the item was quietly removed from the website following widespread backlash.
This is not Zara's first controversy of this nature, following similar incidents involving striped children's shirts and accessories in past years that also drew heavy public criticism.
