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		</div><p>Kim Kardashian West has denied allegations of cultural appropriation after naming a new item of clothing Kimono.</p>
<p>The reality TV star was criticised for her new shapewear collection featuring a piece called Kimono, a play on her name but also the name of a traditional Japanese garment.</p>
<p>Many said associating kimonos with underwear was disrespectful and constituted cultural appropriation.</p>
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<p lang="en" dir="ltr">This is a new approach to shapewear: Offering real solutions in 9 shades and sizes XXS-4XL, <a href="https://twitter.com/kimonobody?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@kimonobody</a> celebrates and enhances the shape and curves of women. Each piece is designed with soft yet supportive fabrics for everyone to feel their most confident. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/KimonoBody?src=hash&;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#KimonoBody</a> <a href="https://t.co/Cr81BqiLT4">pic.twitter.com/Cr81BqiLT4</a></p>
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<p>In a statement to the New York Times, Kardashian West said she wanted the name of her shapewear to “nod to the beauty and detail” that goes into a kimono.</p>
<p>She added: <em>“I understand and have deep respect for the significance of the kimono in Japanese culture.</em></p>
<p><em>“My solutionwear brand is built with inclusivity and diversity at its core and I’m incredibly proud of what’s to come.”</em></p>
<p>Kardashian West, 38, said she had no plans to change the name of the garment.</p>
<p>The kimono is a traditional Japanese robe that features long wide sleeves and an accompanying sash, called an obi.</p>
<p>According to the Victoria &; Albert museum, the term “kimono” was first used in the mid-19th century and means “the thing worn” – but as an outfit, it dates back even further.</p>
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