By the time that Domnina & Shabalin recognized that their intended homage had given umbrage, it was presumably too late to change their routine.  It's only fair to note, though, that the changes to their costumes were at least a step toward responding to Aboriginal concerns.  The duo's meeting with Tewanee Joseph, representing the four First Nations in whose traditional territory the Olympics are being held, was another important step.  And although wrapping themselves in the traditional Coast Salish blankets given them by Joseph won't be enough to muffle criticism, at least this is one slip on the ice that has given rise to thoughtful public conversation.

UPDATE from the "What Were They Thinking?" Department:  Counterfeit Chic has just been informed that an Olay skincare commercial shown as recently as this afternoon is using an image of a woman applying white cream in a pattern similar to that of the Russian skaters' original face painting and the tagline, "Olay: Prepare for victory."  If anyone happened to record the ad, please email -- this I have to see.