When Kim Kardashian arrives on a red carpet, subtlety is never part of the plan — and her appearance at the Fifth Annual Academy Museum Gala was no exception. Held at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles, the star-studded event saw Kim embrace high fashion drama in a striking look from Maison Margiela Fall 2025 Couture.
Kim wore a nude-toned gown that clung elegantly to her silhouette, with a strapless, corset-inspired bodice and fluid draping that cascaded into soft folds at the hemline. Long, flowing sleeves added a dramatic, goddess-like flair. But it was her face-covering mask that truly stole the show.
The sheer fabric, wrapped around her head and obscuring her face, was an unexpected twist that turned heads and sparked conversation online. In a chat with Variety, Kim revealed that the mask was a last-minute addition — after completing full hair and makeup with longtime collaborator Mario Dedivanovic, who flew in from New York just for the event. “I’m sure he’s not so happy with it,” she joked.
Speaking about her look, Kim shared her admiration for the designer: “Margiela couture… You know, I love Margiela.” She also noted how the design reminded her of her own brand: “It does look very Skims-y… That’s why I was drawn to it when I saw the couture show.”
Kim paired the gown with an oversized, crystal-embellished choker and chunky green rings, adding sparkle and contrast to the soft-toned dress.
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Reactions online were divided. While many fans hailed it as a “serve” and praised her boldness, others weren’t impressed, calling the outfit “boring” or “hideous.”
The gala, presented by Rolex, welcomed stars like Selena Gomez, Sydney Sweeney, Viola Davis, and Bruce Springsteen, raising key funds for museum programming and exhibitions.
