5 of the best outfits Kim Kardashian wore this year and 4 that missed the mark

Her Ludovic de Saint Sernin dress was perfectly on theme. It resembled shapewear with a bra-like top, a structured bodice with lace-up detailing, and a mesh, slip-like skirt.

It was also tan to match her skin tone, like many Skims shapewear pieces.

The outfit was a playful nod to Kardashian’s brand, yet still glamorous and elevated.

Artist Allen Jones custom-made Kardashian’s metallic bodysuit, which featured a high neckline and was sculpted to resemble her torso. It also had a leather skirt wrapped around her hips.

Unfortunately, the two pieces clashed and looked incomplete, making for one of her worst Met Gala looks.

She also could have worn a more daring pair of shoes. Her tan pumps would have been better suited to an office look than to the famous ball.

Kardashian attended the Monaco Grand Prix in June alongside her sister, Khloe Kardashian.

Photographs of them at the event show the Skims founder wearing blue Gucci jeans with horsebit detailing, black pumps, and a sheer, sleeveless lace top. She also sported chunky black sunglasses.

The outfit was simple yet elevated, and the business mogul looked stunning.

She attended a This Is About Humanity event in Hollywood while wearing a cream-colored sweater that was intentionally unbuttoned over a black, strapless mesh bra.

The outfit also included a tan satin skirt with a mesh lining and strings wrapped around her hips.

The neutral color palette worked for Kardashian, but the disheveled aesthetic did not.

On June 7, Kardashian wore a cream-colored gown with a single long sleeve, a form-fitting design, and a backless bodice.

The piece draped beautifully over her body, and its light color was the perfect contrast to her dark accessories: black pumps and plum-tinted sunglasses.

At the 2026 Academy Museum Gala, Kardashian wore a Balenciaga gown from 1951. It had a pink, ruched neckline, a cream-colored satin skirt, a large bow across the back, and a sheer overlay with lace stripes.

She accessorized with a thick diamond necklace and matching earrings.

The gown was pretty and a piece of fashion history, but its old-school vibe didn’t match her usual style. Neither did her short updo.

To support her boyfriend, F1 driver Lewis Hamilton, Kardashian attended the event and was photographed wearing an Alaïa gown.

The halter piece had a triangular bodice with a bikini-style bottom — the latter of which was mostly concealed by a semi-sheer skirt that reached the floor.

It was the perfect mix of daring and casual for the Kardashian family member.

Gucci designed the golden gown Kardashian wore at the event. It had a high neckline, long sleeves, a floor-length skirt, and all-over sparkles.

It wasn’t the most memorable fashion moment that she’s had all year, but it had potential.

Unfortunately, she wore it with dramatic makeup and a messy hairstyle that completely distracted from the dress.

The black, white, and silver piece was designed for Erdem’s Spring 2027 collection. It had a sleeveless top with cutouts and crystal fringe, as well as a black lace skirt that reached the floor.

The gown was dramatic and memorable, making it one of Kardashian’s strongest looks so far in 2026.