KIM Kardashian has once again shown her loyalty to Balenciaga in new pics.
The Hulu star was photographed wearing pieces from the Adidas X Balenciaga collaboration in California on Friday.
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In the photos, Kim, 43, attended the Sports Academy in Thousand Oaks to support her son Saint, 8, as he played basketball.
While Saint’s dad, Kanye West, 46, wasn’t photographed with Kim, she was joined by NBA star Tristan Thompson, 32, who shares two children with her sister Khloe, 39.
Even beyond her choice of companion – Kim and Tristan have come under fire for their close relationship – the reality television star added further controversy with her choice of clothing.
The mother of four had her hair scraped back, and wore sunglasses while also displaying bandaged hands.
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However, she also wore an outfit by luxury fashion house Balenciaga, which was boycotted by many celebrity figures after its controversial campaigns featuring children back in late 2022.
Kim’s outfit consisted of a tiny sports bra, teamed with tight pants and a full-length overcoat from the Adidas X Balenciaga range.
At the time of the controversy surrounding Balenciaga, Kim, who repped the brand, released a statement claiming, “As a mother of four, I have been shaken by the disturbing images.
“The safety of children must be held with the highest regard and any attempts to normalize child abuse of any kind should have no place in our society — period.”
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She continued, “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.”
Amid the drama, Kim was slammed for seemingly standing by the brand after the reality star shared a photo of herself sporting pieces from the Adidas x Balenciaga collaboration.
‘DOING WHAT’S RIGHT’
Despite the fact that Kim previously slammed Balenciaga, she glossed over her past words as she announced her partnership with the brand last month.
“Today, Balenciaga names Kim Kardashian as a new brand ambassador,” the fashion house revealed on Instagram, in a post shared by Kim.
A statement from Kim was also included in the big reveal, reading, “For several years now, Balenciaga’s designs have been a part of my many looks – and some of my most iconic fashion moments.
“This historic fashion house embraces modernity, craftsmanship, and takes an innovative approach to design under Demna.
The Skims founder added, “For me, this long-standing relationship is built on mutual trust and a commitment to doing what’s right.”
“I’m excited about this next chapter for the brand and to become their ambassador.”
‘BLIND EYE’
While Kim shared her excitement to be a brand ambassador, fans weren’t won over by the idea.
“She’s bold for this one…” one critic wrote on Reddit soon after the announcement.
“Is this the same company that had children in bondage outfits on their ads?” a second sarcastically asked.
“I guess ‘doing what’s right’ to Kim is exploiting children. Good fit since her mother has been exploiting her and her sisters for decades, and she’ll probably do the same to her daughters,” a third fan of the Kardashians slammed.
“So selfish, is she just going to turn a blind eye to the scandal?” asked a fourth.
“Disgusting,” blasted one forum user, while another agreed, “gross.”
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