Skims brand, the apparel brand founded by reality TV star Kim Kardashian, debuted a collection for those with limited mobility, offering sizes up to 4x. The release aims to help people with limited mobility find fashionable color options that fit snugly.
The brand, worth 3.2 billion, debuted its collection on the Skims website on April 29. It consists of four sets of signature fits, all in neutral colorways. The colors to be released include onyx, sienna, cocoa, and clay. Items such as bralettes and thongs range from $18 upwards to $30.
The co-founder of the brand Jens Grede shared her ideas on where she sees the brand saying, "Both Kim and myself have been vocal about Skims’s mission to set a new standard in terms of innovation, quality, and inclusivity since launching the brand in 2019, and we embrace the high expectations our community holds us to."
Consumers can find the entire range of accessible apparel on Skim's website.
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