As Black History Month is upon us, brands and companies are trying to honor it in their way.
Popular fragrance/soaps/candles and lotion brand Bath & Body Works faces backlash for their
The company unveiled a line of products with Kente Cloth designs on them. Seemingly with good intentions, they welcomed customers with the
, “Celebrate
.” It continues,
“Inspired by joy and empowerment, this collection unites traditional
with modern-day motifs designed to uplift and inspire,” according to the retailer’s website.
Unfortunately, some
users didn’t like it. One user said, “Why I’m thinking Bath and Body Works have a new fragrance, and it’s the same fragrance only in kente cloth colors.” Take a look: