Kelly Clarkson slams Brooklyn store over ‘Pretty Woman’ treatment

Kelly Clarkson publicly criticized the Brooklyn shop Art of Play on social media, comparing her experience to the snubbing of Julia Roberts' character in 'Pretty Woman'. Clarkson alleged an employee treated her as though she could not afford the merchandise after she inquired about a specific item. Art of Play responded by explaining the item, a mechanical bird, was a non-sale mascot, though they offered to facilitate a sale for a similar $15,000 unit from the creator. The incident has sparked online debate regarding the ethics of celebrities calling out small businesses and the reality of customer service bias.

Kelly Clarkson publicly criticized the Brooklyn shop Art of Play on social media, comparing her experience to the snubbing of Julia Roberts' character in 'Pretty Woman'. Clarkson alleged an employee treated her as though she could not afford the merchandise after she inquired about a specific item. Art of Play responded by explaining the item, a mechanical bird, was a non-sale mascot, though they offered to facilitate a sale for a similar $15,000 unit from the creator. The incident has sparked online debate regarding the ethics of celebrities calling out small businesses and the reality of customer service bias.