The fashion brand Jaded has had one of its marketing emails banned after the advertising watchdog determined that it glamorised smoking. The decision, announced by the watchdog, came in response to concerns that the ad made the habit appear appealing to consumers.
According to BBC News, the email sent by Jaded London depicted smoking in a positive light, prompting the watchdog to intervene and prohibit further distribution of the content. The ban highlights the regulatory body’s stance on advertising that encourages unhealthy behaviours, specifically tobacco use.
Regulators routinely scrutinise advertising for public health impacts, and this action underscores the growing pressure on brands to avoid glamorising harmful activities.