Bloomingdale's "Date Rape" Ad Is Stirring Up Major Controversy

Bloomingdale's has released an apology after an ad in the retailer's holiday catalog raised major criticism online. In the advertisement, a man and woman stand together, both dressed in party attire. The man stares longingly at his laughing counterpart with the caption "Spike your best friend's eggnog when they're not looking" written between them.

After the image began to circulate online, Bloomingdale's issued an apology, "In reflection of recent feedback, the copy we used in our recent catalogue was inappropriate and in poor taste." Still, many social media users felt the apology was not enough. Some users even went so far as to offer a solution, suggesting that the retailer donate to groups that assist victims of sexual assault. Read on for a look at some of the commentary around the latest controversy this holiday season.