Kim Kardashian is a regular at Paris Fashion Week. While in the city, she constantly makes headlines for going platinum blonde to wearing an all-leopard outfit.
Of course, she causes quite a frenzy no matter what she does. Articles have been written about her earning a billionaire status, fronting a Balenciaga ad, wearing a controversial dress, or simply bearing the Kardashian name.
But the media’s favorite things to feast on are the ones she shares on social media. For instance, posting her Instagram debut with new beau Pete Davidson. She also talked about getting Pete’s number and voluntarily shared TMI about their sex life.
Earlier, she caused a stir just for talking about convenience store ice cream (which, let’s face it, is still about their sex life). This time, however, the business mogul stole the show with her daughter, North West, during Paris Haute Couture Week.
Kim Kardashian and daughter North West twinning in pinstriped outfits at the Jean Paul Gaultier x Olivier Rousteing show during Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week on July 6, 2022 (Credit: ABACA / INSTARimages / Cover Images)
A Pint-Sized Fashion Icon: North West’s Front Row Journey
Nine-year-old North West is no stranger to fashion shows and attended her first-ever Paris Fashion Week as a 15-month-old baby.
She even stole the spotlight at her dad’s own Yeezy Season 8 fashion show. Kim also shared a photo of baby North posing in her mom’s Balenciaga thigh-high boots like a true pint-sized fashionista.
“North is very opinionated when it comes to what I’m wearing. She’ll always complain when I’m wearing too much black,” Kim Kardashian revealed during Vogue’s Forces of Fashion conference in March 2022.
“I showed up at her school on Valentine’s Day wearing head-to-toe pink, and she got so excited she ran over and hugged me,” the reality star added. “[Of course] she opened my coat, saw the black lining, and says, ‘Mom, you’re still wearing black.’”
North West and Kim Kardashian making a striking entrance at the Jean Paul Gaultier x Olivier Rousteing runway presentation (Credit: ABACA / INSTARimages / Cover Images)
The mother-and-daughter duo showed their support for Olivier Rousteing’s history-making turn as a guest designer for Jean Paul Gaultier’s couture collection.
They arrived in coordinating mommy-and-me outfits with added touches of a steampunk style.
The young fashionista wore a pinstriped set that featured a vest and a pleated skirt. North styled it with a crisp white shirt, a black tie, a pinstriped beret, and black knee-high combat boots.
North West wearing a nose ring featuring long, dangling chains with sunglasses, a pinstriped set, and black knee-high combat boots (Credit: ABACA / INSTARimages / Cover Images)
Homage to Madonna: Kim’s Risqué Revival Look by Olivier Rousteing
Meanwhile, Kim wore an exclusive look from Olivier Rousteing’s couture collection. It’s reminiscent of the scandalous outfit that pop icon Madonna wore with Jean Paul Gaultier at the 1992 amfAR Gala.
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But while Madonna bared her breasts, Kim opted for a tamer version that displayed her cleavage instead. Her black pinstriped dress featured beige nipple cups and showed off her slender figure.
She strutted in black pointy-toe platform shoes with contrasting silver metal platforms and towering heels. Kim also wore a silver tin-can choker and a matching silver cuff on each wrist.
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Platform Heels, Nose Rings, and Bold Accessories Complete the Look
North’s hair was styled in long braids, while Kim kept her platinum blonde locks loose and slightly tousled. The pair also wore matching sunglasses and faux nose rings attached to silver chains that connect to their ears.
North West and Kim Kardashian wear matching faux nose rings with Kris Jenner in a striped shirt and a boxy blazer (Credit: ABACA / INSTARimages / Cover Images)
Kim Walks the Balenciaga Runway Alongside Nicole Kidman and Dua Lipa
Just days before, Kim Kardashian made waves on the runway at Balenciaga’s Haute Couture presentation, sharing the spotlight with Academy Award winner Nicole Kidman and Grammy-winning pop star Dua Lipa to amplify the fashion buzz surrounding the show.
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It looks like there’s no stopping Kim Kardashian from taking over every industry she sets her eyes on. But North West isn’t too far behind, as she has cemented her status as a rising fashion star.
Kim Kardashian is a fixture at Fashion Week events worldwide, thanks to her status as a global celebrity, fashion mogul, and the powerhouse behind SKIMS. With her massive influence, designers regularly invite her to sit front row or collaborate for maximum media buzz.
Her trendsetting style, business savvy, and ability to command attention make her a natural fit for these high-profile, fashion-forward showcases.
Kim Kardashian’s Paris Fashion Week Fashion and Shoe Highlights
Kim Kardashian consistently turns heads at Paris Fashion Week, showcasing bold fashion choices and statement footwear. Here are some of her most memorable moments:
Morticia Addams-Inspired Balenciaga Gown
- Event: Balenciaga Fall/Winter 2024-2025 Show
- Outfit: Kim captivated attendees in a black lace Balenciaga gown, drawing comparisons to Morticia Addams.
- Footwear: She completed the look with sleek black heels, emphasizing the gown’s gothic elegance.
- Read more: Kim Kardashian’s Balenciaga Morticia Addams-Inspired Look
Platinum Blonde Debut at Balmain
- Event: Balmain Fall/Winter 2015 Show
- Outfit: Kim debuted a dramatic platinum blonde hairstyle, pairing it with a velvet long-sleeved top and ruffled skirt.
- Footwear: She opted for strappy heels that complemented her edgy ensemble.
- See more: Kim Kardashian’s Platinum Blonde Transformation
Double Denim Masterclass
- Event: Paris Fashion Week Street Style
- Outfit: Kim embraced the double denim trend with a distressed denim shirt and light-wash jeans, layered under a peach Celine coat.
- Footwear: She elevated the look with classic Saint Laurent suede pumps.
- Discover more: Kim Kardashian’s Double Denim Paris Fashion Week Look
Givenchy Lace Jumpsuit with ‘Matilda’ Sandals
- Event: Givenchy Spring/Summer 2015 Show
- Outfit: Kim turned heads in a daring black lace jumpsuit, layered with a leather jacket for an edgy yet sultry look.
- Footwear: She wore Givenchy’s ‘Matilda’ sandals, adding a luxe edge to her ensemble.
- Explore her style: Kim Kardashian’s Givenchy Lace Jumpsuit and ‘Matilda’ Sandals
Matching Pinstriped Looks with North West
- Event: Jean Paul Gaultier x Olivier Rousteing Show
- Outfit: Kim and daughter North West donned coordinating pinstriped ensembles with steampunk-inspired accessories.
- Footwear: Kim chose black pointy-toe platform shoes with silver metal platforms, while North wore black knee-high combat boots.
- See their look: Kim Kardashian and North West’s Matching Pinstriped Outfits
These highlights underscore Kim Kardashian’s influential presence at Paris Fashion Week, where her fashion choices and footwear continue to make a lasting impression.