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Luxury brands are not alone in this disdain for excess stock. Other major players in the fashion and beauty industries, including Victoria's Secret and Chanel, engage in similar practices to protect their brand image. Comments on these clips suggest this trend is widespread, with luxury brands prioritizing image over sustainability.
Moreover, the high margins of these products lead consumers to believe they are investing in quality items, when in reality, many of these goods are manufactured under conditions far from luxurious. The noise surrounding brand prestige crumbles when exposed to the reality of wasteful practices like these.