MR Price pulls t-shirt after "sexist" controversy

MRP is known for its budget-friendly options that reflect global trends. Affordable casual wear, sexy heels, darling bomber jackets and cute printed tees are but a few of the fun items you'll find in this store. However, recently they released a product that had social media users raise their eyebrows.

A t-shirt from their men's collection displayed a message that perpetuates a negative attitude towards women. 

The offending tee has a slogan that reads “Marriage workshop: He works, she shops” and it caused a ruckus on social media as people felt it promoted negative gender stereotyping.

The implication that men are the hard-working providers and women the shopping-obsessed spenders is outdated, insulting, and completely untrue. In South Africa, many women bring in the largest share of the household finances, while also doing the bulk of the child-rearing and house work.

MRP might have thought that the tee was playful but social media thought otherwise:

When asked for a comment, MRP responded to W24 almost immediately, and we think perfectly:

"We completely agree with the concerns raised around this garment and we apologise sincerely. The product has been withdrawn with immediate effect." - Nicci Lyne Managing Director MRP