Why Kelly Clarkson is feuding with a high-end New York novelty shop

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Set us as preferred Kelly Clarkson accused a staffer at a specialty store in New York of disrespecting her during a recent shopping trip, but the establishment has pushed back, saying it was all a “misunderstanding.” The “American Idol” alum took to social media on Saturday to call out Art of Play, a high-end “curiosity shop” that sells puzzles, games and other whimsical goods, for her negative experience during a visit.“Just 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’t afford it and was told he could find something comparable for me,” Clarkson wrote Saturday on X.

“Wow, dude.You’re an idiot and just lost a huge sale.

But y’all 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.” The former daytime talkshow host is known more for her relatable, approachable charm and kind, BFF energy than sharp takedowns, so fans were swift to sympathize with Clarkson and denounce the shop.

Television Kelly Clarkson has announced that her Daytime Emmy-winning talk show ‘The Kelly Clarkson Show’ will end after a seven-season run.Art of Play shared its side of the story Sunday on Instagram, explaining that the “Since U Been Gone” singer had expressed interest in purchasing the shop’s “a one-of-a-kind singing and dancing bird automaton” named Molly, which plays “an important role” in the magic shows hosted by the shop in its small theater.“Molly is permanently attached to the wall and isn’t for sale,” Art of Play wrote in its post.

“However, the negative experience Kelly described on twitter would resonate with anyone who has ever felt judged in a shop.” In its lengthy statement, Art of ...