Malaysian footwear brand Vern’s ‘Allah’ logo design lands firm in trouble; over 1,000 shoes seized

Ver n’s, which has over 60 locations in Malaysia, apologized in a statement on Sunday, clarifying that the logo layout for its collection of high heels may be “misinterpreted,” and that the shoes was a stylized representation.

It stated,” We acknowledge that the logo design has flaws that could lead to it being misinterpreted, offending the sentiments of many celebrations,” adding that it has no desire to disparage or insult any religions or beliefs.

The business also stated that it has since taken quick action to halt the purchase of the shoes and has provided refunds to consumers who have already made purchases.

Akmal Saleh, the youth leader of the United Malays National Organization ( UMNO ), expressed his support for Vern’s explanation of the situation and the misunderstanding has been dispelled. He has been vocal about boycotting KK Super Mart due to its” Allah” socks gaffe.

The business has even stopped producing the trainers in question.

” I would like to congratulate the company for their argument. He stated in a speech on his Instagram website that this has helped all Muslims.

Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal, the leader of Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia ( Bersatu), quoted as saying that this most recent controversy has “made Islam look very petty and bad.”

The former deputy secretary for national unity stated on X that” we must act on information rather than deaf emotion.”

Na’im Mokhtar, the minister of religious affairs in Malaysia, stated that the Islamic Development Department ( JAKIM ) would conduct an investigation and urged everyone to remain calm.

He added that any settlement between the Prime Minister’s Department for Religious Affairs and any group that has demonstrated an insult to Islam would not be acceptable.

Mr Razarudin- the Inspector- General of Police- said the government have seized a full of 1, 145 boots from Vern’s at its shops in Kuala Lumpur, Johor, Kedah and Penang.

The police may phone in the company and the owner to help with its inquiries, according to The New Straits Times.