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Bethenny Frankel in Social Media Shoe Drama
17 May
Summary
- Frankel linked to a 'dupe' of gifted shoes instead of the original brand.
- Manzo and daughter Lexi claim Frankel refused to credit their brand.
- Frankel defends her actions, citing sold-out status of gifted shoes.
Reality television personality Bethenny Frankel found herself in a public dispute with Dina Manzo and her daughter Lexi over a pair of gifted shoes. The conflict began when Frankel posted a video showcasing an outfit, and users inquired about her shoes. Lexi, founder of the footwear brand Nou, alleged that Frankel did not credit her brand and instead provided an affiliate link for a similar, less expensive pair.
Lexi expressed disappointment, stating she had gifted Frankel the shoes nearly a year prior and looked up to her as a fellow entrepreneur. She claimed Frankel benefited financially by linking to a 'dupe' rather than her brand. Dina Manzo supported her daughter's claims via social media, calling Frankel's actions "odd."
Frankel addressed the situation in a video, explaining that she linked to a similar item because the original shoes were sold out. She reasoned that her audience would be frustrated if they couldn't purchase an item she featured. Frankel also asserted her right to choose which brands to promote, stating she has no obligation to link gifted items.
