Victoria Beckham’s Paris Fashion Week show disrupted by animal rights activists
Peta, a group advocating for animal rights, caused a disturbance during Victoria Beckham's presentation at Paris Fashion Week.
On Friday, the designer, who became famous as a member of the Spice Girls pop group, revealed her collection for the autumn/winter of 2024. She is 49 years old.
The activists stood up during the fashion event and joined the models on the catwalk while displaying signs that read "long live vegan leather".
Their shirts say: "Animals deserve better. Choose fabric not skins."
Peta mentioned that even though Beckham's brand has prohibited fur and exotic skins, they still make use of a significant amount of leather that is obtained through cruel means, specifically from young cows.
This season, the non-profit group announced that it had also shaken up the runways of Coach in New York, Burberry in London, and Fendi in Milan.
Mimi Bekhechi, who is the president of a non-profit organization in Europe, expressed that it's not acceptable to violently kill and remove the skin of a sensitive and smart animal just to make clothes or accessories.
Our plea to Victoria Beckham is to consider using sustainable and ethical technologies that are readily accessible now. These include top-quality leather alternatives that are made from pineapple, apple, grapes, mushrooms, and more, which have eco-friendly benefits.
At the conclusion of the presentation, Beckham made an appearance and sent kisses while hobbling down the entire runway with the aid of crutches.
Last month, David Beckham, a former English football player and husband to Victoria Beckham, posted on Instagram that his wife had experienced a minor injury at the gym. He even shared a photo of her foot bundled up in a boot.
Campaigners present at the Paris Fashion Week event (Peta/PA)
In her most recent fashion line, she has given new life to traditional clothing shapes and emphasized the blend of simple and intricate designs. The collection includes various suit styles, dresses, and sophisticated outfits.
The exhibition began with a mannequin dressed in baggy, black pants and a top featuring detached sleeves.
A significant portion of the collection kept in line with the brand's core values, a blend of delicate dresses, precise suiting, and desirable jackets.
However, this year Beckham took a more unconventional approach by incorporating sculptural details and incorporating coats with high necklines that were zipped up close to the models' faces.
Activists from Peta have demonstrated against multiple fashion shows that occurred during this season.
One notable aspect of the fashion was the presence of tights, which came in both sheer and white variations. Additionally, high-waisted bell bottom pants were prominently featured, reminiscent of the style popularized during the 1970s and also seen at the Chloe fashion show.
Famous guests are typically drawn to Beckham's fashion presentations, and her latest spring/summer 2023 line was graced by the presence of American celeb Kim Kardashian and her mum Kris Jenner.
Officials who represent Beckham have been asked to provide a statement or response.
