Teen retailer American Eagle Outfitters has a message to its critics, who took issue over its denim ad campaign with 27-year-old actor Sydney Sweeney that sparked a debate over race and Western beauty standards.

The retailer was accused of promoting eugenics, "white supremacy" and "Nazi propaganda" with its latest campaign featuring the "Euphoria" star.

Clothing retailer American Eagle has addressed its controversial ad campaign starring "Euphoria" actress Sydney Sweeney.