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The label features a close-up shot of a snowflake, highlighting the winter theme of the product, and is set with a maroon-like background. “At Bath & Body Works, we are committed to listening to our teams and customers, and committed to fixing any mistakes we make-even those that are unintentional like this one,” a Bath & Body Works spokesperson told Fox News Business. “We apologize to anyone we’ve offended and are swiftly working to have this item removed and are evaluating our process going forward.”
“This isn’t just a branding mistake; it’s a reminder of how sensitive cultural symbols can be,” one X user asked. “Let’s hope they take this as a lesson in awareness and responsibility.”“This isn’t just a branding mistake; it’s a reminder of how sensitive cultural symbols can be,” one X user asked. “Let’s hope they take this as a lesson in awareness and responsibility.
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