Nordstrom Hanukkah Sweater
The retail chain got major heat for selling a sweater with the words "Chai Maintenance." Customers complained on social media that the sweater promoted negative Jewish stereotypes. The store has since pulled the item from its inventory.
Urban Outfitters' Lotus Jewelry Stand
This major retailer came under fire (again) for offering a jewelry stand in the shape of the Hindu goddess Lakshmi. The item was removed from Urban's website within 12 hours of its debut, thanks to protest from Hindu groups who claimed the likeness was inappropriate.
"I Hate My Thighs" Snapsuit
Wry Baby's tongue-in-cheek onesie did not go over well with feminist groups.
T.J. Maxx's "Hang Loose" Noose Shirt
The discount retailer quickly pulled this poorly conceived shirt from its stores after being called out for promoting suicide (and even lynching) by shoppers online.
Urban Outfitters Kent University Faux Blood-Stained Sweatshirt
Urban Outfitters issued a statement on Twitter announcing that they "deeply regret that this item was perceived negatively." Kent State issued a statement that the sweatshirt is "beyond poor taste."
Urban Outfitters Eat Less Shirt
Urban stopped selling its "Eat Less" shirt in January 2014 after uproar and outrage. Many felt it was belittling eating disorders.
Zara Swastika Bag
Zara ultimately pulled this handbag with swastikas embroidered on it from its shelves back in 2007 after sparking outrage.
Target's Plus-Size Dress in "Manatee Gray"
Target drew criticism for listing the color of a dress online as "Manatee gray" in its plus-sizes, but calling the exact same color "dark heather gray" in all its other sizes.
Urban Outfitters' "Obama/Black" Color Option
Urban Outfitters incensed customers for its shirt that came in an "Obama/Black" color option. It turns out the color was a typo and the options were meant to be "Obama Blue," in reference to the democrat party and simply "Black."
Urban Outfitters Jewish Star T-Shirt
The Anti-Defamation League condemned Urban Outfitters in 2012 for its six-pronged star patch on the yellow shirt's left breast pocket.
Urban Outfitters Navajo Hipster Panty
In 2012 the Navajo Nation sued Urban Outfitters for its use of the trademarked word "Navajo" on products like their "hipster panty," as well as printed knee socks and a decorative flask.
American Apparel Teenagers Do It Better Shirt
In 2011, American Apparel drew criticism for its "Teenagers Do It Better," shirt for its suggestive slogan.
Abercrombie & Fitch Do I Make You Look Fat? Shirt
Thankfully, Abercrombie no longer makes this shirt that poses the offensive question, "Do I make you look fat?"