SKIMS
Flagged · AvoidScored zero on a fashion accountability report, packed shapewear in so-called recyclable low-density plastic bags, and used a Myanmar supplier accused of forced overtime.
Last updated October 5, 2026
Reasons to avoid
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Broken policy links, zero accountability score
SKIMS scored 0 out of 150 in the 2024 Remake Fashion Accountability Report, ranking last out of 52 of the world's largest fashion brands. At the time of the report, links to SKIMS' social responsibility policy and code of conduct on its own website both returned error pages.Supplier allegedly forced unpaid Myanmar overtime
A Business and Human Rights Resource Centre report found that 1,500 workers at Bogart Lingerie (Yangon) Ltd., a SKIMS supplier in Myanmar, were allegedly forced to work unpaid overtime and paid 3,600 kyats per day, below the legal minimum wage of 4,800 kyats. SKIMS had sourced from the factory since June 2021 and exited in April 2022 after the allegations surfaced.Recyclable bags made of low-density plastic
An Earth Day investigation found that SKIMS' supposedly recyclable packaging bags carry a "No. 4" marking indicating they are made from low-density polyethylene, a form of plastic. The brand's garments also rely heavily on virgin polyester and synthetic petroleum-based fibers, with no public commitment to reduce their use.
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Common questions
- Is SKIMS ethical?
- SKIMS scored 0 out of 150 in the 2024 Remake Fashion Accountability Report, ranking last out of 52 of the world's largest fashion brands, with links to its own social responsibility policy returning error pages. Workers at a SKIMS supplier in Myanmar were allegedly forced to work unpaid overtime while being paid 3,600 kyats per day, below the legal minimum wage of 4,800 kyats.
- Why are people boycotting SKIMS?
- Zero transparency, labor abuses in its supply chain, and greenwashing are the main reasons. An investigation found that SKIMS' supposedly recyclable packaging bags are made from low-density polyethylene, a form of plastic. The brand's garments rely heavily on virgin polyester and synthetic petroleum-based fibers with no public commitment to reduce their use.
- What are the best ethical alternatives to SKIMS?
- Boody makes shapewear from bamboo viscose with sustainable practices. ODDOBODY makes 100% organic cotton underwear.
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