Controversial Kicks: When Sneakers Offend Folks

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Jeremy Scott x adidas JS Roundhouse

Originally Launched: 2012
Reason for Controversy: Design

Known for his playful themes and outrageous designs, Jeremy Scott received recent backlash for placing ?shackles? on the adidas Roundhouse Mid. Media outlets screamed at Scott, claiming slavery connotations, when in actuality the shoe was inspired by the My Pet Monster plush doll. Scott and adidas stand by the cartoon inspiration, a common theme?amongst?his designs, but the JS Roundhouse has since been shelved.

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