Archive · 19 Jan 2026
Bella Hadid Criticizes Dolce & Gabbana for Lack of Diversity
Dolce & Gabbana had a big fashion show for their new menswear collection.
They said it was about celebrating all kinds of men and their unique identities.
But many people noticed that almost all the models were white.
Supermodel Bella Hadid was very upset about this.
She said it was embarrassing and pointed out that Dolce & Gabbana has had many problems with racism and other bad behaviors in the past.
The brand hasn't said anything about the criticism yet.
Dolce & Gabbana's Fall 2026 menswear show featured predominantly white models, sparking criticism.
The collection was marketed as celebrating diverse expressions of masculinity.
Bella Hadid publicly criticized the brand for its lack of diversity and past controversies.
Fashion commentators and fans echoed Hadid's frustration, calling the show '50 shades of white'.
Dolce & Gabbana has not yet responded to the accusations.
- Who
- Dolce & Gabbana, Bella Hadid, fashion commentators
- What
- Controversy over lack of diversity in Dolce & Gabbana's Fall 2026 menswear show
- When
- January 18, 2024
- Where
- Milan Fashion Week
- Why
- The show featured predominantly white models, contradicting the brand's message of diversity and individuality
- Brand
- Dolce & Gabbana
- Event
- Fall 2026 menswear show
- Date
- January 18
- Collection Name
- Portrait of a Man
- Models
- Predominantly white and white-passing
- Critic
- Bella Hadid
- Accusations
- Racism, sexism, bigotry, xenophobia