Coverage dated November 9, 2026 to November 10, 2026

Skims’ $148 Advent Calendar Just Went Viral—Now It’s Offering Refunds

Headline from Inc.

Critics called the Kim Kardashian-founded shapewear brand’s holiday countdown a “box full of pranks.”

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Reports & sources

5 articles, oldest first.

  1. New York Post

    Kim Kardashian’s Skims addresses fury over ‘scam’ $148 advent calendar, issues refunds to seething customers (opens New York Post)

    Published

    New York Post's feed description

    The "Kardashians" star's rep released a statement about the intense "feedback" regarding the festive product, which "didn't reach expectations."

  2. CBS News

    SKIMS Advent calendar sparks controversy: "I can get these at Dollar Tree" (opens CBS News)

    Published

    CBS News's feed description

    Kim Kardashian's SKIMS apparel brand has faced backlash from TikTok creators over its Advent calendar, which includes various small accessories and costs $148.

  3. Inc.

    Skims’ $148 Advent Calendar Just Went Viral—Now It’s Offering Refunds (opens Inc.)

    Published

    Inc.'s feed description

    Critics called the Kim Kardashian-founded shapewear brand’s holiday countdown a “box full of pranks.”

  4. BBC News

    Kim Kardashian's Skims offers refunds for $148 advent calendar after backlash (opens BBC News)

    Published

    BBC News's feed description

    The contents of the calendar, including hair clips and keychains, have been widely criticised on social media.

  5. Fox News

    Kim Kardashian faces furious backlash as shoppers demand refunds over $148 advent calendar (opens Fox News)

    Published

    Fox News's feed description

    Kim Kardashian's Skims is offering full refunds after shoppers slammed its $148 advent calendar filled with hair ties, bobby pins and keychains.

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