Minnie Wang
Aug 18, 2025

Swatch apologises for ‘slanted eyes’ ad in China

Incident adds to a growing list of Western brands criticised in China for racially insensitive imagery. Both Dior and Gucci have previously faced similar backlash.

This controversial Swatch ad was removed from the official website

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