Bath & Body Works Removes Controversial Candle

Bath & Body Works has issued an apology after its 'Snowed In' candle was compared to Ku Klux Klan hoods due to its design featuring a snowflake with two holes. The controversy erupted on social media, with users coining terms like 'klandle' and calling for accountability among the design team. A spokesperson for the retailer stated that they are committed to rectifying mistakes, even unintentional ones, and are working to remove the candle from shelves and their website. Critics highlighted the need for increased diversity in the company's design team to prevent such oversights, while some defended the design as merely a snowflake. The incident has sparked a broader discussion about sensitivity to cultural symbols and the reactions to perceived offensiveness. This is not the first time Bath & Body Works has faced backlash for insensitive packaging, raising questions about their design processes going forward.