Fast & Furious actress Nathalie Kelley has taken a powerful stand against the booming trend of celebrity-backed fast fashion, directly targeting reality TV mogul Kim Kardashian. The criticism centres on the highly publicised new collaboration between Kardashian's shapewear brand, Skims, and sportswear giant Nike.
A Scathing Social Media Rebuke
Kelley, a well-known advocate for sustainable living, did not hold back in a series of pointed posts on her Instagram Stories. She shared promotional images of the Skims x Nike collection, which features bras and leggings, overlaying them with stark text labelling the line as "fossil fuel fashion."
The actress argued that such collaborations, while profitable, contribute significantly to environmental damage. She emphasised that garments made from synthetic materials like nylon and elastane are derived from petroleum, a non-renewable resource.
Questioning Celebrity Influence
Beyond the environmental critique, Kelley's comments struck at the heart of modern celebrity influence. She questioned the ethics of promoting vast new collections of synthetic clothing to millions of followers, suggesting it contradicts a growing public consciousness about sustainability.
"When are we going to stop celebrating these collabs that are just creating more fossil fuel fashion?" she wrote, challenging her audience and the industry at large to reconsider what they endorse.
The Industry's Sustainability Problem
Kelley's outburst highlights a major tension within the fashion world. While brands like Nike have made public commitments to sustainability, their continued production of items from virgin synthetic materials remains a point of contention for environmentalists.
This incident is not the first time Kelley has used her platform for activism. She has consistently championed circular fashion, vintage clothing, and brands that prioritise transparent and eco-friendly supply chains.
The public reaction has been divided, sparking a fierce online debate about consumerism, celebrity responsibility, and whether large-scale collaborations can ever be truly sustainable.
