We hear Ashley Olsen is raising some eyebrows after her appearance at the James Perse store opening on Wednesday.
It’s not that Ashley didn’t look incredible - she did - or that her presence wasn’t appreciated - it was - but, in the words of one retailer, “Why is she posing for photos at another retail chain for t-shirts? She should only be promoting her own t-shirt line, especially because of its price point!”
Translation: Ashley’s line, The Row, charges hundreds for a t-shirt… more, even, than James Perse does for their brand.
Was her appearance a wise decision? Or is it the sign of ultimate coolness that a designer* can hype other people’s brands - even when they directly compete with their own?
* sorry, “designer.”
posted by maybee
May 24, 2007 9:15AM
Or, option (c), was she looking for ideas to appropriate for her own line?