INFLUENCERS are known for making rather bold fashion statements.
However, one style lover, Cartia Mallan has taken the internet by storm for all the wrong reasons, after people pointed out a rather unfortunate optical illusion in her outfit.
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The Aussie content creator, who lives in London and has a staggering 486k followers on Instagram, recently shared snaps of herself trying on a white and red ombre gown for a London Fashion Week fitting.
The Di Petsa maxi dress appears to be unreleased and may debut on the runway at the brand’s upcoming show this month.
Other similar gowns from the designer retail for over an eye-watering £5,000.
But despite the extortionate price tag and high fashion label, web users quickly pointed out that the colour placement strongly resembled something many fear during that time of the month – a period stain.
However, the influencer, 26, was seemingly unaware of the unfortunate fact, posting to her socials saying she thought it was “gorgeous” and that it made her “feel like a mermaid princess.”
One person immediately commented that it looked like a “period nightmare” while another said it reminded them of “when I have a leak”.
The quips kept on flowing, with someone else joking: ”Free bleed, but make it fashion.”
“Looks like your period has spread,” read another comment, as was, “Girl, do you need a tampon?”
“It’s giving … period,” chimed in an Instagram user.
After seeing the comments, the 26-year-old fashionista jumped in on the banter, responding to the tampon remark with the hashtag #freetheperiod.
Cartia – who appeared to not have realised this illusion up until now – also laughed off another fan’s comment, writing: “HAHAHAHHA, why is this so funny to me?”
It’s unknown whether the period design was intentional.
Nonetheless, some assumed that it was and praised the fashion brand for the message it was sending.
“Goddess period vibes and I love it. It’s art,” wrote one person.
Another said it showed “the beauty of being a woman”.
Meanwhile, others were unfazed by the optical illusion and simply complimented the star for the “ethereal” look.