Kim Kardashian receives backlash for donning Balenciaga gown at star-studded event after 2022 controversial holiday campaign
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: 'The Kardashians' star Kim Kardashian recently graced the LACMA Art+Film Gala presented by Gucci at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.
The reality star was joined by A-list celebs like Jennifer Lopez, Heidi Klum, and Salma Hayek.
Kim sported a hot pink gown featuring a long train. She accessorized her look with a diamond necklace with a pair of arm-length black gloves.
She shared a series of photos on her social media from the event revealing that the stunning gown was from Balenciaga.
For the unaware, Balenciaga was involved in a huge controversy over its 2022 holiday campaign which featured children holding teddy bears dressed in bondage.
While Kim Kardashian glammed an event with her stunning look, social media users were disappointed with the reality star's fashion brand choice
Outrage after Kim Kardashian dons Balenciaga gown at event
Kim's followers slammed her for donning Balenciaga after the brand's controversy. A social media user commented on Kim's post, "Wait… why are we still supporting them?"
Another Instagram user said, "You're repping Balencia with all the bulls**t they've been doing? Wow.."
"Wearing what? WE HAVEN'T FORGOT KIM," another internet user noted.
Another critic added, "Sorry kim u need to cut ties with dani...this is so 2021 kim like lets move on pls."
Another person chimed in, "I really don’t know why you’re still supporting this brand…"
Kim Kardashian backs Balenciaga amid backlash
After the huge backlash in 2022, Kim Kardashian condemned the brand and expressed that she would be "reevaluating" their working relationship. The reality star tweeted, "I appreciate Balenciaga’s removal of the campaigns and apology."
Kim further noted, "In speaking with them, I believe they understand the seriousness of the issue and will take the necessary measures for this to never happen again."
Kim then revealed her future with Balenciaga and said she was re-evaluating her relationship with the brand.
She added, "Basing it off their willingness to accept accountability for something that should have never happened to begin with & the actions I am expecting to see them take to protect children."
I appreciate Balenciaga’s removal of the campaigns and apology. In speaking with them, I believe they understand the seriousness of the issue and will take the necessary measures for this to never happen again.
— Kim Kardashian (@KimKardashian) November 27, 2022
Kim Kardashian dons Balenciaga on her star-studded 43rd birthday
Kim Kardashian hosted a celebrity-filled party to mark her 43rd birthday at Funke restaurant in Beverly Hills. For the special occasion, Kim sported a patched bikini cutout maxi dress by Balenciaga amid the backlash.
The dress was first seen on the Balenciaga's Spring/Summer 2023 runway and was made entirely from swimwear fabric. The reality star accessorized her look with black shades, a small black Hermes purse, and a pair of bright orange Rene Caovilla heels.
Kim Kardashian announces collaboration between Skims and Swarovski
Kim Kardashian's clothing brand Skims has now entered into the accessories business. The reality star recently took to her social media and announced a collaboration between Skims and the high-end jewelry company Swarovski.
In a series of pictures shared on social media, the reality star shared plenty of products that will be available for purchase, including bodysuits, bras, and underwear. Kim added various accessories to her look, along with other models, by wearing dazzling necklaces, earrings, and bangles.
In the caption, Kim noted, "WAROVSKI X SKIMS 💎💎💎." She added, "A first of its kind collaboration that fuses @Swarovski’s iconic glamour with @SKIMS innovative silhouettes, resulting in a unique crystallized collection."
Kim further revealed that the collaboration collection would be launched on November 7 at 9 am ET on SKIMS.COM and in select Swarovski stores.
