Kim Kardashian isn’t one to be upstaged, but the timing couldn’t be more poetic. On the eve of her ex-husband Kanye West making his chaotic Grammy weekend headlines, she stepped out draped in Balmain—a slithering, reptilian leather gown that clung to her curves and left just enough to the imagination to keep things dangerous.
The occasion? The Fifteen Percent Pledge Gala in Los Angeles, where the reality-royalty-turned-billionaire-mogul delivered a masterclass in modern sex appeal, proving once again that she plays the game better than anyone else.
Styled by longtime collaborator Dani Levi, Kardashian’s ensemble featured chainmail paneling and a halter neckline that screamed power and seduction in equal measure. She kept her accessories tight: a metallic micro-purse, dagger-sharp burgundy nails, and the kind of effortless glam that makes the whole world pay attention. Her jet-black bob was slicked to perfection, her makeup a warm wash of neutrals—brown shadow, pink blush, nude lip. This is a woman who knows exactly how to command a room without uttering a word.
The event itself, founded by designer Aurora James in 2020, has its own significance. Born in the wake of George Floyd’s murder, the Fifteen Percent Pledge challenges corporations to dedicate real estate to Black-owned brands. This year’s gala pumped nearly half a million dollars into minority-owned businesses, including a fresh $100,000 Sephora beauty grant and three Google-sponsored grants.
“In light of recent attacks on DEI, and as we go into an election year, it’s really important to remind people that this isn’t a political agenda, it’s about creating actual opportunity for small American-owned businesses,” James told WWD.
But let’s be real—Kim knows exactly what she’s doing. This isn’t her first rodeo. Just months ago, she made waves at the 2024 LACMA Art + Film Gala, draped in a plunging white gown and a piece of Princess Diana’s personal collection: the Attallah Cross. An antique amethyst pendant worn by the late royal in the ‘80s, it was a power move wrapped in elegance—exactly the kind of calculated fashion statement Kardashian has turned into high art.
The real question? Whether her perfectly timed Balmain moment is enough to outshine Kanye and his wife Bianca Censori, whose Grammy antics have already ignited the internet.
One thing’s for sure—Kim Kardashian never fumbles the spotlight. She bends it to her will.
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Last modified: February 7, 2025
