BBC News: Clarks in sexism row over Dolly Babe girls' shoe
"Clarks has been accused of "everyday sexism" for a calling a girls' school shoe "Dolly Babe", while the boys' equivalent is called "Leader".
The girls' shoes carry a heart-patterned insole, while the boys' insoles are decorated with footballs.
The shoe manufacturer has removed the Dolly Babe from its website following "customer feedback".
Clarks added: "We are working hard to ensure our ranges reflect our gender-neutral ethos."
However, the girls' shoe is still available online from retailers including Amazon and John Lewis and the Leader remains on sale."
"Clarks has been accused of "everyday sexism" for a calling a girls' school shoe "Dolly Babe", while the boys' equivalent is called "Leader".
The girls' shoes carry a heart-patterned insole, while the boys' insoles are decorated with footballs.
The shoe manufacturer has removed the Dolly Babe from its website following "customer feedback".
Clarks added: "We are working hard to ensure our ranges reflect our gender-neutral ethos."
However, the girls' shoe is still available online from retailers including Amazon and John Lewis and the Leader remains on sale."
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