Commentary: Yes, Kim Kardashian's 'Kimono' is cultural

The fashion world often confuses cultural appropriation with appreciation. But Kim Kardashian West's new "Kimono" shapewear line is a more egregious misstep.
The fashion world often confuses cultural appropriation with appreciation. But Kim Kardashian West's new Kimono shapewear line is a more egregious misstep.

The kimono is big - and not just in Japan. But where is the line between appropriation and appreciation? - The Globe and Mail

Kim Kardashian West announces SKIMS as the new name of shapewear line - Good Morning America

Kardashian ditches Kimono, relaunches shapewear line, Lifestyle

Kim's New Shapewear Looks AMAZING! The Name Is Problematic - Perez Hilton

COMMENTARY: Why Kim K's new products are a #KimOhNo - National

Japan is asking Kim to reconsider trademarking “Kimono” : r/KUWTK

Here's Gwen Stefani's wild response to Harajuku backlash - Los Angeles Times

Kim Kardashian isn't the first Westerner to sexualise Japan's kimono. And she won't be the last

A Brief History of Kim Kardashian Stirring Up Controversy When Naming Her Brands [Updated] - Fashionista

Kim Kardashian to rename Kimono shapewear collection following 'cultural appropriation' backlash, The Independent

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オンライン署名 · Dites non à KIMONO par Kim Kardashian #KimOhNo ·

Kim Kardashian Kimono Cultural Appropriation Response