Kim Kardashian's Bold See-Through Catsuit Shocks NYC: Skims and Nike Launch
Kim Kardashian Steals the Spotlight in Bizarre Catsuit, But Her Brand is Under Fire for Environmental and Labor Concerns
In a daring display of fashion, Kim Kardashian arrived at her Skims and Nike store launch event on Wednesday in New York City, turning heads in a see-through grey catsuit that left little to the imagination. The 44-year-old reality TV star, known for her iconic hourglass figure, wore the edgy ensemble with confidence, pairing it with a headbandana and pointed-toe heels.
But beneath the glamour and glitz, controversy is brewing around Kim's brand Skims, which has been slammed by environmental activists and labor advocates. The brand, valued at around $4 billion, has come under fire for its use of synthetic materials like nylon and spandex in its new activewear collaboration with Nike.
Nathalie Kelley, the Fast and Furious star and outspoken climate change activist, took to social media on Tuesday to express her outrage over the partnership. "NikeSkims is disrupting the industry with more fossil fuel fashion," she reposted from an article by EcoAge. The post was accompanied by a poop emoji, leaving no doubt about Kelly's sentiments.
The article in question accused Nike and Skims of prioritizing profits over people and planet, highlighting the brand's carbon emissions, use of materials harmful to human health and environment, and unfair working conditions at its supply factory in South East Asia. The Remake global advocacy group even gave Skims a zero score in its 2024 accountability report, placing it dead last alongside fast fashion giant Temu.
But Kim isn't letting the criticism get her down. In fact, she's using the opportunity to flex her newfound confidence. In an exclusive cover story for French Vogue, the reality TV star modeled topless and spoke about how she's gained a sense of self-assurance over the past few years. "When I turned forty, my mother told me the coming years would be the best of my life," she revealed. "And it's true—only over the past three or four years have I gained this confidence."
Kim finalized her divorce from ex-husband Kanye West in 2022 and has since been open about finding her independence. "I constantly needed to check with someone before making a decision," she told Vogue. "Can you imagine? It's crazy to rely so much on others' opinions. Today, I know exactly what I want. It's exhilarating."
But Kim's newfound confidence is being put to the test as she faces mounting criticism over her brand's environmental and labor record. Will the Skims empire be able to weather the storm, or will the controversy ultimately take a toll on its bottom line? Only time will tell.
The NikeSkims Collection: What You Need to Know
The highly-anticipated collaboration between Nike and Skims is set to launch on September 26, featuring body-sculpting pieces created for sports performance. The collection includes sleek crop tops and leggings designed to enhance athletic performance while also making a fashion statement.
But with the brand's environmental and labor concerns at the forefront of the public eye, it remains to be seen whether consumers will be willing to overlook its questionable practices in favor of its trendy designs.
Kim has been tight-lipped about the controversy surrounding her brand, but one thing is certain: she's not letting anyone get in her way. As she took to Instagram to give fans a glimpse at the upcoming collection, it was clear that she's still got it – and then some.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story!
