Gucci x Adidas sell $1,644 umbrella that isn’t waterproof, faces backlash in China - The Indian Express

Gucci's website, which earlier described it as an umbrella, later changed the classification to "sun umbrella" or a parasol, and noted that it’s meant for protection from sun or for decorative use, as per Bloomberg.

Luxury label Gucci and sportswear firm Adidas AG have drawn the ire of people in China as they sell an umbrella worth 11,100 yuan ($1,644) which is not waterproof. The brands, however, claim that the… [+3251 chars]

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