Ghanaian media personality Sally Mann has taken a swipe at broadcaster Serwaa Amihere over her expensive designer bags and her teeth, following the latter’s recent comments about people who wear fake luxury items.
Serwaa Amihere recently sparked conversations on social media after advising young women against buying counterfeit designer bags and clothing to impress others. Speaking at IGNITE’s “The Complete Ignite Woman” session on Sunday, October 25, 2026, she urged women to be patient and work towards affording the original items rather than rushing to imitate luxury lifestyles.
“You know what you’re wearing is not gold. It’s copper but you pack it plenty like Akabenezer. Why? It’s very offensive,” Serwaa reportedly said.
She also questioned why someone would carry a fake Birkin bag into an office, suggesting that such a decision could influence the impression others form about the person. She noted that while an original Birkin bag could cost more than $25,000, some counterfeit versions sell for as little as GH₵300.
Serwaa encouraged women to explore affordable fashion alternatives, including shopping at Kantamanto Market in Accra, where she recalled going with her sister as early as 4 a.m. to purchase clothes from newly opened bales.
However, her comments have attracted mixed reactions, with some people supporting her advice while others have questioned whether people should be judged by the authenticity of their fashion accessories.
Joining the conversation, Sally Mann questioned how Serwaa could afford the expensive designer bags she uses, arguing that earnings from journalism alone might not be enough to finance such luxury items.
Sally also took aim at Serwaa’s role as a toothpaste brand ambassador, questioning the suitability of promoting oral care products while making allegations about the authenticity of her teeth.
The remarks have added another dimension to the ongoing debate, with attention shifting from fake designer bags to questions about celebrity lifestyles, personal appearance and the credibility of brand ambassadors.
The controversy has also raised questions about whether public figures should be criticised for the products they endorse and whether their personal appearance should influence how audiences receive their commercial messages.
As discussions continue, the issue has become a broader conversation about luxury, authenticity and the pressure on young people to maintain appearances they may not be able to afford.