Archive for February, 2011
Opium Forbidden in Britain
February 18th, 2011


The News:
The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) recently banned Yves Saint Laurent’s television advert for their fragrance Belle D’Opium. They were concerned that a scene in which the actress playing “Belle” runs her finger down her inner elbow could be interpreted as simulating drug use, whilst her expressive dance movements could be seen as illustrations of the effects of drugs. Read more

