snapped back on X<\/a> within hours: \u201cCool, cool. Sure, it wasn\u2019t for sale. That\u2019s the narrative Art of Play is gonna go with.\u201d<\/p>\nKelly Clarkson clapped back in the latest social media exchange involving her experience at a Brooklyn store. Getty Images for SiriusXM<\/p>\n
Clarkson wanted to buy an animated bird (seen here) at the store, but allegedly was treated as if she could not afford to purchase it. The store is saying now that the bird was never for sale. Instagram\/artofplay<\/p>\n
\u201cSo the whole conversation we had when I asked you if it was for sale whilst pointing to the price tag hanging on the wall with the title Singing Bird didn\u2019t happen as you elevator eyed me saying in a condescending tone \u201cyes, it\u2019s for sale but it costs 15,000 dollars so if you\u2019d like me to find something comparable for you I can,’\u201d Clarkson added. <\/p>\n
\u201cThat all never happened and now it\u2019s not for sale. Okay, cool. So you\u2019re not only rude, you\u2019re also a liar. Got it.\u201d<\/p>\n
Clarkson also addressed that the store owners \u2014 by their own admission in their post \u2014 were \u201csuddenly attacked by 8 million people\u201d and having a \u201csurreal experience\u201d to the reaction from her fans. <\/p>\n
Clarkson took to X to refute the claim the bird was not for sale, writing that she was told it was \u201c$15,000\u201d and it was suggested that she might want something cheaper instead. Twitter\/kellyclarkson<\/p>\n
Art of Play (seen above) expressed dismay that Clarkson\u2019s more than 8 million followers were now allegedly attacking the store. Art of Play<\/p>\n
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\u201cBy the way, I obviously support small businesses because I was literally at a small business trying to purchase things. I love small businesses and know they are important and I always support them, but you don\u2019t get a free pass to treat people less than in your store just because you are a small business. It\u2019s not that hard to be kind. I never blast people but you my friend were an exception.\u201d <\/p>\n
\u201cYour store is really cool,\u201d she concluded. \u201cUnfortunately, you aren\u2019t.\u201d<\/p>\n
Clarkson first criticized the store on Saturday for her negative shopping experience, likening herself to Julia Roberts in \u201cPretty Woman.\u201d<\/a><\/p>\n\u201cJust drove all the way to Brooklyn to check out this store I thought looked really rad and had a few things in mind to buy and literally was looked at as if I couldn\u2019t afford it and was told he could find something comparable for me,\u201d she shared on X.<\/p>\n
Clarkson wrote that she supports small businesses, but that \u201cyou don\u2019t get a free pass to treat people less than.\u201d Her original post discussing the incident is seen above. kellyclarkson\/X<\/p>\n
\u201cYou\u2019re an idiot and just lost a huge sale,\u201d Clarkson wrote. Getty Images for Live Nation Las Vegas<\/p>\n
\u201cWow, dude,\u201d the \u201cAmerican Idol\u201d winner continued, seemingly calling out a specific associate she\u2019d interacted with. \u201cYou\u2019re an idiot and just lost a huge sale.\u201d<\/p>\n
Clarkson concluded her post by telling her 8.8 million followers on the social media platform: \u201cBut y\u2019all should go check out Art of Play in Brooklyn if you enjoy being treated like Julia Roberts character in Pretty Woman. For sure, check it out.\u201d<\/p>\n
In addition to their explanation regarding the singing bird, Art of Play noted on their social media in response: \u201cAt Art of Play, whether someone comes in to make a purchase or simply look around for a while, they are equally welcome,\u201d adding thanks to their supporters and a note that many people \u201cstay for hours enjoying our puzzles, games and toys.\u201d<\/p>\n
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