Kim Kardashian is facing another round of fashion criticism after stepping out in a dramatic black gown that has left fans divided over her latest red-carpet-inspired look.
The reality TV star wore a sculptural, black floor-length dress from Sportmax’s Spring/Summer 2027 collection during an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live! The figure-hugging column gown featured a daringly deep scoop neckline and a striking, upturned peplum waist that flared dramatically over her hips, creating an exaggerated silhouette.
The Skims founder completed the outfit with black strappy open-toe heels, while her signature long, dark hair was styled in loose waves with a middle part. She finished the look with smoky eye makeup and a nude lip.
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Kim Kardashian Wears A Peplum Dress
Known for embracing bold silhouettes and experimenting with unconventional shapes, textures and designs, Kardashian has never shied away from a fashion risk.
However, she often stays true to her signature body-hugging aesthetic, highlighting her curves with form-fitting ensembles. This time, though, it was the gown’s dramatic peplum detail that caught viewers’ attention—and inspired a wave of unflattering comparisons online.
“This isn't stunning. She looks like a lamp shade!” one person wrote.
“When the last Pringle gets stuck in the can,” another joked.
“Party City witch hat couture lol,” a third commenter added.
Others were equally unimpressed, with one person describing the ensemble as a “Halloween costume gone wrong.”
Despite the criticism of the outfit, some commenters made a distinction between Kardashian’s appearance and her fashion choices.
“Kim is beautiful! Her taste in clothing is questionable,” one person wrote.
Another compared the gown’s exaggerated waist to a piece of Western headwear, commenting, “Looks like she pulled a cowboy hat down to her belly button.”
“What the heck is she wearing?? A flying saucer?? Ugh,” another user asked.
Some critics went further, questioning whether Kardashian needed professional styling help.
“She needs a stylist. She’s never dressed well or appropriately,” one commenter claimed.
Kim Faces Backlash For Wearing Long Dresses At F1 Events
The backlash comes after Kardashian faced criticism for her fashion choices at the Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix, where she wore glamorous outfits that some viewers considered overly dramatic for a racing event.
For one of her two looks while supporting her boyfriend Lewis Hamilton, the mom of four wore a floor-length Roberto Cavalli Spring/Summer 2003 dress featuring a pink base and colorful patterns throughout. The oriental-inspired corset design featured short cap sleeves, a chest cutout, and a plunging neckline. She completed the ensemble with strappy white heels, rosy-cheeked makeup, and a simple half-up hairstyle.
For her second look, the Skims mogul opted for a baby-pink floor-length gown with a high neckline and a sheer skirt. She styled her hair in a sleek, slicked-back bun and accessorized with a pink purse and heels.
After photos of Kim at the race circulated online, critics questioned whether her outfits were appropriate for the occasion.
“She always misses the mark. The sheer, body-hugging long dresses are boring and ridiculous,” one person commented.
Another wrote, “This is so ridiculous. Do they think they are attending a ball?”
