Kim K'S Skims Store Vandalized: Drama, Arrests & Family Dynamics

Vandalism Hits Kim's L.A. SKIMS Store

Mess with Kim Kardashian and learn the hard way – especially when it comes to her thriving business empire. Her Los Angeles SKIMS store was recently targeted by a graffiti artist who left behind some rather colorful messages. The vandal, who inscribed phrases like "Kimmy Bread" and "We Need That" on the pristine walls, has now faced the music.

Kim's legal team wasted no time in getting the authorities involved, and the West Hollywood Sheriff's Department confirmed an arrest. According to the department, an unnamed male was charged with felony vandalism for causing damages exceeding $400. The swift action restored normalcy to the store, with TMZ reporting that the graffiti has since been removed from the store's clean, white walls.

“What Kim has done, Kris wants it, too. She thinks the world of Kim and follows her every move when it comes to cosmetic changes,” shared a source close to the family.

SKIMS: A Billion-Dollar Venture Facing Criticism

Despite the setback at her store, Kim's SKIMS brand is riding high with a valuation hitting an impressive $5 billion. This comes after a hefty $225 million in funding led by Goldman Sachs Alternatives. However, not everyone is excited about all of Kim's innovative releases. Her face-sculpting compression attire, for instance, has been met with skepticism. Experts in the medical and beauty industries have challenged the product's claims of offering overnight jaw-tightening effects and anti-aging benefits.

The temporary results touted by the brand have been described as promising, but experts warn that unsupervised use could cause irritation or even muscle discomfort. Prolonged use might also lead to jaw misalignment due to the fabric's pressure.

Kris Jenner Takes Inspiration from Kim

While Kim's products face scrutiny, her mother, Kris Jenner, is turning heads by drawing inspiration from her daughter. Kris has been candid about her admiration for Kim's cosmetic choices, even keeping her daughter's face on a moodboard. Sources say she's eager to follow Kim's beauty regimen, including cosmetic surgeries like a breast lift.

The 70-year-old momager is known for embracing cosmetic procedures as a way to maintain her youthful looks. "What Kim has done, Kris wants it, too. She thinks the world of Kim and follows her every move when it comes to cosmetic changes," shared someone close to the Kardashian-Jenner clan.

Wildfire Criticism and Family Dynamics

Kim also found herself under fire for promoting SKIMS during a time of crisis. Amid the raging wildfires in Los Angeles, some viewed her Instagram post about the brand's winter sale as tone-deaf. Comedian Meredith Lynch was quick to call out the mogul, urging that such a platform should be used to disseminate resources to those affected.

In contrast, sister Khloé Kardashian took a more community-focused approach, rallying support for firefighters via her social media. She encouraged donations to help provide meals for those battling the blazes.

Despite any drama, Kim remains steadfast in her mission with SKIMS, aiming to inspire body confidence through her brand and within her family. The reality star is committed to raising her children with that same strong sense of self-esteem.