The special acts as a mirror for contemporary celebrity culture, where the holidays are used to perform status.
At its core, the special highlights how the family’s private celebrations are inextricably linked to their professional output. A Very Merry ChristmasKeeping Up with the Karda...
Critics and viewers often point to these specials as the pinnacle of "over-the-top" holiday celebrations, where the cost and scale of the events—from custom winter wonderlands to designer wardrobes—often overshadow the religious or traditional roots of the holiday. The special acts as a mirror for contemporary
