Overview
- Bella Hadid called Dolce & Gabbana “embarrassing” and accused the brand of “years of racism, sexism, bigotry, xenophobia” in comments on Instagram.
- The critique followed the January 17 Milan men’s Fall/Winter 2026–27 show, which a commentator described as “50 shades of white,” claiming not one Asian or dark‑skinned model walked.
- Dolce & Gabbana promoted the show as “Portrait of a Man,” celebrating individuality, a message critics said clashed with the casting on display.
- News outlets reported the fashion house has not issued a response to the criticism; the original Instagram video has been viewed more than 2 million times.
- Coverage linked the uproar to the brand’s past controversies, as some industry voices cautioned that turning down shows can be a privilege for workers who rely on the income.