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‘Fat American’ Bags For Olympics Sold By UK Boutique Maiden, What’s Your Problem, England

Posted: July 23, 2012

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The “fat American” stereotype is one that dogs people from the US when we venture outside our 50 states, but among countries that really should not be throwing stones at us is the chips-and-lager consuming England — the country also hosting the 2012 Summer Olympic Games in London.

Yet, it seems despite being like the chubby chick that only looks thin by merit of having a 15 pounds thinner friend, England always tries to look skinny by standing next to us. It won’t work, England! A new “fat American” insult has been slung by the boutique Maiden, which is selling commemorative tote bags emblazoned with a phrase meant to insult the many American families pouring in to spend money on food, lodging, souvenirs and entertainment in London.

HuffPo initially called out the “fat American” tote bag on sale at Maiden, reporting on one of their channels:

“Maiden, a U.K. retailer of stationery, tote bags and other cute knick-knacks, has gotten into the Olympics spirit with a series of humorous Olympic-themed products. The highlight of the collection? A cheeky canvas bag that reads, ‘I’m Renting My Flat To A Fat American Family.’”

The bag is one of a few “funny” slogans printed by Maiden ahead of the Olympics to cash in on the event, but none of the others are as mean spirited — or, may we note, aimed at any other cultures.

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Which is not to say other cultures don’t get ribbed, but could you see Americans making a tote bag emblazoned “I’m renting my house to a toothless English family?” Probably not.

Are you tired of the “fat American” stereotype, particularly from a country that’s just trailing us in obesity and set to catch up?



Comments


42 Archived Responses to “ ‘Fat American’ Bags For Olympics Sold By UK Boutique Maiden, What’s Your Problem, England ”

  1. Ann Knickerbocker
    Jul 24, 2012

    They still resent the fact that we won the revolution!

  2. As if there are no fat English!

  3. but, we are fat Americans. It sucks, but its true.

  4. Kristi MacKenzie Isrow
    Jul 24, 2012

    We've made our big-fat-bed, now we have to dine in it… I meant lie in it.

  5. Kristi MacKenzie Isrow
    Jul 24, 2012

    We've made our big-fat-bed, now we have to dine in it… I meant lie in it.

  6. Deidre Emerson
    Jul 24, 2012

    It might be insulting.. Except it's true. We're an embarrassing nation. Time to get over ourselves and start to actually see what the rest of the world sees. Sucks, but hey, truth hurts.

  7. Leslie Allan Rumble
    Jul 24, 2012

    I think it's funny…..and I'm a fat American.

  8. still rather be a fat AMERICAN than any other nationality.

  9. And this is wrong, how? Last I checked most of us are indeed fat. Truth hurts.

  10. Hope Chapman
    Jul 24, 2012

    I think it's insulting even if it is true. I''m so sick of hearing, reading, & seeing people not being considerate of others!!! Each needs to look at themselves first beforee casting stones!!! Can't we all ne nice, & civil, & get along??!!!

  11. MamaLisa Marie Jennings
    Jul 24, 2012

    it is just plain rude. Guess they really don't want money from American tourists. Guess we can start selling t-shirts with rude jokes about them, huh?

  12. Well if we are fatter than them – look at Winston Churchill by the way, then we just have better food and more of it because we have better EVERYTHING in America

  13. and the fact we saved there ass in 2 world wars. thank you.

  14. maybe somebody fat is renting the flat…

  15. well…at least we've got good teeth.

  16. Suzanne Bryant
    Jul 24, 2012

    LMFAO…I won't even start. My stomach hurts too much from laughter!

  17. Suzanne Bryant
    Jul 24, 2012

    LMFAO…I won't even start. My stomach hurts too much from laughter!

  18. I'm proud to be a fat American. At least we can still aford the cost of food. Just barely.

  19. Jorge Nunez
    Jul 24, 2012

    Get over yourselves. I'm an American and truth is, most Americans are fat and are getting fatter. As for the question you pose at the end, yes I do see some American company making fun of England's "bad teeth".

  20. Shane Freemantle
    Jul 24, 2012

    Didn't help us much though… Germany are still running Europe, and I still HAD to learn to speak German at school. I am still not actually sure that the US/UK contingent did win the war.

  21. Joseph Newsome
    Jul 24, 2012

    That's funny as fuck. Can I get some Fries and a coke with that bag? Super size that shit!

  22. shane..it doesnt matter how much it helped..we were there alot of guys didnt make it back..so next time you nancies cant defend yourself from a enemy YOUR country let get out of control..dont call on this fat 6-11 145 american.. no nazi ever called me fat! so f-u sieg heil and have a nice day you bloddy ingrate

  23. We need to get over oursleves, as a Brit that took American Citizenship in April this year I can see both sides. If you look at the photo you'll see the other bag says "it only took me 3 hours to get to work this morning" – English humor and sold in London as a joke.

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  25. Ben Rast
    Jul 24, 2012

    I agree. People need to be able to laugh at themselves, even at the stereotypes. Life's no fun if you take everything so seriously. A lot of Americans joke about Brit stereotypes – same thing. As long as the jokes are good natured, enjoy them. If they're not meant in good nature, who cares? Get over it.

  26. It's not mean spirited at all… and it's very funny! And no without a soupcon of truth!

  27. The Brits are the Brits. I am over it already.

  28. Well, lets get real and face the fact that the obesity problem in this country is rising and effecting not only kids but now an 6 month old baby obesity problem! What are you doing to help this crisis? Are you choosing to still feed into the media and advertisers and buy all that grab and go snack food? Continuing to consume empty toxic calories by drinking soda and juices? Still giving your money to fast food restaurants or feed your kids that crap? I am a chef by trade and have recently decided to step up and do what I can to mentor and educate individuals and families on a nutrient dense lifestyle that will benefit not only their health but the country as a whole. Get on board http://www.plantbasedbody.com/.

  29. Farntella Graham
    Jul 24, 2012

    won what revolution? we are still a colony of england. don't kid yourself. why do you think there are so many england-accented people on tv and in the movies among the many things they dominate in america? where do you think all of america's gold is at? don't you know our tax dollars go to the queen every year?

  30. Farntella Graham
    Jul 24, 2012

    won what revolution? we are still a colony of england. don't kid yourself. why do you think there are so many england-accented people on tv and in the movies among the many things they dominate in america? where do you think all of america's gold is at? don't you know our tax dollars go to the queen every year?

  31. Farntella Graham
    Jul 24, 2012

    that is what you think. england has universal health care and many bad things allowed to go on here is not allowed in england and many other countries in europe.

  32. It's safe to insult Americans. They make such easy targets.

  33. Those lousy Americans.

  34. I'm renting a flat from a crooked toothed Brit. His teeth are far worse than my weight!

  35. Studies show :)

  36. We're not the only ones … O.O :) It's a far wider spread epidemic, pun intended.

  37. Universal health care where people die waiting in line and people with money come from England to here to get health care. I see how well your universal dental care works too. Too bad you can't defend yourself against an intruder if they break into your house. Benjamin Franklin said, "He who will give up a little liberty for a little security deserve neither liberty or security"

  38. FUCK THE REST OF THE WORLD !!!

  39. Mike Mortensen
    Jul 27, 2012

    Yo Martin, are his teeth so bad that you can rent the space between them?!?!
    Be cool, M&D

  40. Bret Hart
    Aug 20, 2012

    what's up Mike??????