Doutzen Kroes and Christy Turlington petition Victoria’s Secret over misconduct

Top models Christy Turlington and Doutzen Kroes are among 100 models who have signed a petition urging bosses at Victoria’s Secret to protect them from sexual misconduct.

More than 100 models, including Carolyn Murphy, Edie Campbell, Gemma Ward, along with the ’90s supermodel Christy Turlington, and former Dutch Victoria’s Secret Angel Doutzen Kroes, have signed a letter to Victoria’s Secret’s chief executive, John Mehas, urging the brand to take steps to protect contractors like models from sexual misconduct. Non-profit organisation Model Alliance posted a copy of the letter on Twitter, with the text reading:

In the past few weeks, we have heard numerous allegations of sexual assault, alleged rape, and sex trafficking of models and aspiring models. While these allegations may not have been aimed at Victoria’s Secret directly, it is clear that your company has a crucial role to play in remedying the situation.

It is clear that your company has a crucial role to play in remedying the situation. From the headlines about L Brands CEO Leslie Wexner’s close friend and associate, Jeffrey Epstein, to the allegations of sexual misconduct by photographers Timur Emek, David Bellemere, and Greg Kadel, it is deeply disturbing that these men appear to have leveraged their working relationships with Victoria’s Secret to lure and abuse vulnerable girls.

Of late, the lingerie label has been rocked by allegations of sexual misconduct by photographers Timur Emek, David Bellemere, and Greg Kadel. Emek has not yet responded to the claims, while Bellemere and Kadel have denied the allegations.

“It is deeply disturbing that these men appear to have leveraged their working relationships with Victoria’s Secret to lure and abuse vulnerable girls”, the letter continued.

The petition from Model Alliance is also signed by a member of the Hollywood-led initiative Time’s Up, photographers Inez Van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Matadin, and former Glamour editor-in-chief Cindi Leive. Additionally, it asks Victoria’s Secret to sign on to its Respect programme, which was designed by models and aims to support those who need to report complaints about individuals in the industry, as well as provide education and training.

News of the letter comes shortly after Ed Razek, Victoria’s Secret’s chief marketing officer, resigned from his position. He joined the company in 1983.

 

 

 

 

 

Calvin Klein Eternity Silver 25th Anniversary

Calvin Klein Eternity, launched in 1989, has become an iconic and lasting signature fragrance throughout the world – beloved, classic and timeless.

As long as intimacy goes on, so will Eternity

Calvin Klein

In 2014, Calvin Klein Eternity celebrates its 25^th anniversary with the introduction of exclusive limited edition bottles filled with the signature fragrances for men and women. The commemorative pieces are elegantly expressed with a polished silver finish, to reflect lasting love and commitment.

Calvin Klein celebrates 25 years of its Eternity fragrance by re-releasing its iconic 1995 ad campaign starring supermodel Christy Turlington and Mark Vanderloo. The romantic image of the couple on the beach is shot by Peter Lindbergh and launches a special 25th anniversary edition bottle cast with a silver metallic finish.

Donna Karan Woman

American fashion designer launches a new perfume for women simply named Woman. Even though the name seems simple, the word Woman represents an entire universe full of deep meaning. Donna Karan Woman eludes a woman’s positivism, self-confidence and esteem. Woman by Donna Karan is a strong aroma sealed in an unusual bottle colored in black to transparent.

Created by perfumer Anne Flipo, Donna Karan Woman is a sensual and powerful perfume for evening or occasional wear. It blends sandalwood and vetiver from Haiti and orange blossom.

 

 

Donna Karan Woman is advertised by beautiful models Christy Turlington, Karolina Kurkvova and Liya Kebede.

Donna Karan Woman will be available from August as 50 and 100 ml Eau de Parfum and in body matching products.