Kylie Jenner's 'affordable' Khy line draws flak: A dive into Jenner's controversial fashion foray
Kylie Jenner unveils her 'high-fashion at a fair price' brand, Khy. But after a previous swimwear debacle, is the public ready to buy in?
Updated : October 26, 2023 07:33 PM ISTKylie Jenner unveils her 'high-fashion at a fair price' brand, Khy. But after a previous swimwear debacle, is the public ready to buy in?
Kylie Jenner (Source: People)
Kylie Jenner’s meteoric rise from being a reality TV starlet to a cosmetics mogul is undeniably remarkable. October 24 marked her newest venture's grand unveiling: Khy, a fashion line that promises runway-esque couture without the sky-high prices. The Instagram reveal, with Jenner styled in a sleek black leather trench and popping red heels, undoubtedly caused ripples in the fashion world. The tease, both sultry and secretive, was classic Kylie, hinting at a brand aspiring for high-end elegance.
Past fails cast doubt
Despite her undeniable business acumen, not all of Jenner's ventures have seen the same success as Kylie Cosmetics. The 2021 launch of Kylie Swim, co-fronted with sister Kendall, dived headfirst into controversy. Critiques were swift and unrelenting, targeting the swimwear’s quality, or lack thereof. After facing intense backlash, the line shut its doors in 2022. This recent flop has set a precedent that Kylie is eager to shake off. But with Khy's launch, the looming shadow of past failures raises eyebrows and doubts about the brand's potential longevity and credibility.
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Can Khy thrive amidst skepticism?
Kylie is undeterred, drawing inspiration from her successful sisters. With Kim’s shape-focused Skims and Khloe's denim-centric Good American establishing their stake in the fashion market, Kylie’s determination to solidify her place is evident. However, the reception to Khy will ultimately boil down to whether it can deliver on its promise of affordable luxury, and more importantly, whether the public is willing to give Jenner another chance in the fashion sphere.
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Only time will tell if Khy will soar or sink. As the slated November 1 launch approaches, all eyes are on Jenner, waiting to see if she can indeed break the mold once again.