Fashion influencer and designer Camille Charrière found herself in the midst of a heated controversy after accusing Kim Kardashian’s brand, Skims, of copying her work in a capsule collection for British intimates brand Stripe & Stare. The accusation, made in a now-viral post on social media, has sparked a public feud between the two fashion figures.
Charrière, known for her collaborations with top brands like Chloé and Tommy Hilfiger, designed a line of sustainable underwear and basics for Stripe & Stare last year. She claimed that the hand-drawn designs were meticulously created in London and tested for colorways before being released. However, she was shocked to see a strikingly similar design in Skims’ collection just six months later.
Despite the accusations, neither Kim Kardashian nor Skims have publicly responded to Charrière’s claims. The controversy has ignited a frenzy on social media, with fans of both brands weighing in on the debate. Some have criticized Charrière for claiming ownership over a common design, while others have defended Skims’ version as superior.
In response to the backlash, Charrière clarified that her intention was not to claim ownership of the design, but rather to highlight the lack of sustainability and innovation in Skims’ products compared to Stripe & Stare. She emphasized the importance of conscious fashion practices and called out Skims for its low ranking in the Fashion Accountability Report.
While the feud continues to unfold online, Charrière remains steadfast in her belief that sustainable fashion should be prioritized over mass-produced replicas. As the drama unfolds, fashion enthusiasts are eagerly awaiting to see how this clash of titans will ultimately be resolved.
