The Kardashians’ leading ladies, Kris, Kim, and Khloé, had an elaborate, on-brand present waiting for Lauren Sánchez after she returned to Earth following her controversial spaceflight on April 14.
To celebrate the all-female Blue Origin mission, the Kar-Jenner trio gifted Sánchez a dazzling Judith Leiber Couture UFO-shaped clutch. The statement piece, encrusted with baguette and geometric crystals, originally retailed for $6,995. The luxury item is currently sold out online, according to reports.
This Clean, Effective Powder Helps Support Muscle Growth, Endurance, And Recovery
Lauren Sánchez and the Kardashians Face Backlash Over Luxury UFO Gift
Just two days after the mission, Jeff Bezos' fiancée took to Instagram to show off the sparkly gift, captioning her Instagram Story, “Out of this world.” Kris Jenner reposted the snap, adding, “We love you and are so proud of you!”
The matriarch and Khloé were present on the ground at the West Texas launch site to support Sánchez, who soared into space alongside Gayle King, Katy Perry, rocket scientist Aisha Bowe, bioastronautics researcher Amanda Nguyen, and film producer Kerianne Flynn.
While the historic all-female 11-minute flight drew attention, it also sparked controversy. Many critics labeled the mission as tone-deaf, out of touch, and unnecessary—dismissing it as a mere joyride. Celebrities like Olivia Wilde, Emily Ratajkowski, and Olivia Munn also weighed in with criticism, further fueling the debate.
Fans on social media also criticized the bedazzled purse, with many calling it "tone deaf."
Social Media Reacts to Lauren Sánchez's Luxurious UFO Gift
"Billionaires buying billionaires gifts is just funny to me."
"That money could have been used to feed several families in need."
"Meanwhile, a lot of us lost our jobs and are struggling."
"She basically went on a roller coaster ride."
"It’s all just so tone-deaf."
"Why is she getting gifts for spending 15 minutes in a spaceship?"
"Maybe just suggesting that money could’ve gone to better causes that are needed."
"Just throwing money everywhere while the world struggles. So tone-deaf."
The journalist seems to have a thing for expensive yet quirky bags. Last month, she faced backlash for carrying the infamous Balenciaga ‘9AM Coffee Cup’ clutch bag worth $5,750!
