Since becoming creative director of Balenciaga in 2015, Denma has commissioned a whole multitude of photographers to capture his vision for the famed fashion house. The Georgian designer’s selections for the brand’s advertising campaigns have included everyone from Mark Borthwick and Charlie White to Nadia Lee Cohen and Tyler Mitchell. Joining the ranks with the unveiling of Balenciaga’s latest campaign installment is Dutch photographic duo Inez van Lamsweerde & Vinoodh Matadin. The creative twosome capture a handful of personalities inside closet spaces, including Kim Kardashian (shot inside her own closet), Nicola Peltz Beckham, Paloma Elsesser, Patricia Field, Devon Lee Carlson and Roh Yoon-seo. The series of images helps herald the return of Balenciaga’s iconic Le City handbag.

Read below the reactions of theFashionSpot’s forum members:

“What happened to Balenciaga? This is THE WORST CAMPAIGN ever… SO CHEAP!! Horrible Suzane Koller styling. Inez & Vinoodh’s photography is of course so cheap, but somehow even more horrible than usual. Appalling!” declared 90sFan.

“I love I&V to death, but this is abysmal,” mikel chimed in.

RMDV agreed, echoing: “Abysmal is THE word!”

“It’s almost admirable that they keep doubling down. Like, they have to know Peltz, Facetuned to the gods, is not going to move product. What’s really going on here?” asked forum member KoV.

“Cheap,” described a disapproving thiago.

“I feel like Kim is shooting herself in the foot by staying the face of a brand that is completely over,” laughed sussieinmcswanny.

See more from Balenciaga’s ‘closet’ campaign and join the on-going conversation, here.

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Balenciaga is just like every other fashion brand on the planet, and requires a handful of brand ambassadors on speed dial. The Paris-based fashion house is adding to its repertoire of brand ambassadors for 2024 – officially adding Kim Kardashian to the list for 2024. Kim, a friend and long-time collaborator of Balenciaga creative director Denma, joins actresses Michelle Yeoh and Nicole Kidman who both signed on the dotted line with Balenciaga back in 2023.

Perhaps it goes without saying that the American reality TV star turned billionaire businesswoman is well-affiliated with the brand, prior to making it official this month.

After all, for years, Kim has been decked out in Balenciaga on numerous red carpets across the globe. We are quite certain you do not need reminding of Kim’s Denma-designed nternet-breaking creation at 2021’s Met Gala. Denma has also called upon Kim to front Balenciaga’s advertising campaigns (for both the Spring 2022 and Fall 2022 seasons) and walked the Fall 2022 Haute Couture showcase during Paris Fashion Week.

However, the partnership has not been without its controversy. Last year, Kim was “re-evaluating” her relationship with the fashion brand after its strange bondage-themed advertising campaign featuring children came into question. Now, however, it appears it’s all water under a bridge.

Stay tuned for more of Kim x Balenciaga…. because we just know it’s coming!

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Kim Kardashian, the social media sensation, the beauty mogul and reality TV star has heard ALL our hopes and prayers for a return of her coveted makeup line and in a video uploaded to Instagram January 16, the 43-year-old reads through fans’ pleas for a cosmetic comeback.

“Alright guys, so, I have been reading the comments on the SKKN account, and so many of you want us to bring color cosmetics back,” the reality star says. “Kim, we need the makeup. We are dying out here. Kim, where is your makeup and fragrance? I’m dying for it. The world has been begging you. Can we get a release date on makeup?”

As the comments continue to pile up, she finally pauses – “Guys. I hear you,” she says, blowing a kiss at the camera before a date appears on screen as text: “01 26 24.” It’s official, we here at theFashionSpot are HYPED.

Scroll further for an in-depth look into the full SKKN by KIM makeup collection below:

Classic Mattes Eyeshadow Palette:

12 warm and cool nude shadows in velvety matte finishes designed to define, contour, and sculpt the eyes. This ultra-lightweight formula delivers seamless blending for buildable wear and crease-free color. Each shade delivers an airbrushed finish that’s smudge, fallout, and fade resistant. With instant pick-up and superior adhesion, these complementing shades can be used to achieve a look as subtle or as intense as you desire. ($50.00)

Soft Matte Lip Color Lipstick:

A full-coverage soft matte lipstick that effortlessly melts into lips, delivering velvety smooth, full-impact pigment, and a blurred airbrushed finish. Its sleek bullet shape provides precise and even application to flawlessly define lips without bleeding or feathering. Each shade coats lips in a weightless, velvety matte texture for continued comfort throughout wear. Available in 10 classic nudes ranging from light to deep, these shades complement our Lip Liner. ($32.00)

Lip Liner:

Infused with organic jojoba oil and squalane for nourishment and moisture, this hydrating formula feels comfortable on the lips and helps smooth the appearance of fine lines. The lightweight texture of this wood-clenched pencil ensures a gentle application and easy blending. Available in 15 classic nudes ranging from light to deep, these shades complement our Soft Matte Lip Color. ($22.00)

Remember, January 26! SKKN by KIM. The countdown is officially on…

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The American edition (or any of the 21 worldwide editions) of GQ doesn’t exactly take our fancy here on theFashionSpot each and every month. Nevertheless, as the men’s fashion and style magazine closes out the year with its annual Men of the Year installment, we’re fully here for the festivities. A trio of dynamic covers come our way for the publication’s final offering of 2023, featuring Jacob Elordi, Kim Kardashian and Travis Scott. First up was Elordi declared Movie Star of the Year, followed by Kardashian crowned Tycoon of the Year while Scott appears on cover three announced Musician of the Year. To mark the occasion, each of the three covers stars were captured by photographer Jack Bridgland.

Per usual when confronted with multi-covers, only ONE was guaranteed to steal focus. “I love it when Kimberly is versatile! Stunning and fun!” raved aracic.

“Love Kim’s cover!” Kimy Jo enthused.

“I love this all of this. Jack Bridgland’s aesthetic is perfect for GQ,” approved HodanChloe.

Sharing the same level of enthusiasm was vogue28, commenting: “I have such a massive soft spot for Kim Kardashian, so I’m very much into her cover. I love how Kim doesn’t take herself too seriously and often goes out of her comfort zone for magazine shoots. I kinda love the inclusion of the Cheetos!”

See more from GQ‘s annual Men of the Year issue and tell us your favorite cover, here.

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No award show is complete without a stacked lineup of star-studded guests and the 2023 CFDA Fashion Awards did not miss the memo. For one of fashion’s biggest nights, celebrities descended upon New York City’s American Museum of Natural History for a night filled full of fabulous fashion – and talent. Highlights of the spectacle included the CFDA Fashion Icon award going to Serena Williams who wore head-to-toe Thom Browne. Anne Hathaway teamed denim and diamonds oh so perfectly, Kim Kardashian brought her signature style in a figure-hugging number while Lori Harvery wrapped up in a black Luar creation.
Scroll further for theFashionSpot’s must-see looks of the 2023 CFDA Fashion Awards:

Emily Ratajkowski in Tory Burch:

Ashley Graham in Diane von Furstenberg:

Meredith Duxbury in Marc Jacobs:

Pat Cleveland in Christopher John Rogers:

Winnie Harlow in Marc Jacobs:

Serena Williams Thom Browne:

Chloë Sevigny in Christopher John Rogers:

Vanessa Hudgens in Vera Wang:

Coco Rocha in Christian Siriano:

Nina Dobrev in Oscar de la Renta:

Kim Kardashian in Chrome Hearts:

Anne Hathaway in Ralph Lauren:

Demi Moore in Carolina Herrera:

Teyana Taylor in Christopher John Rogers:

Naomi Watts in Carolina Herrera:

Lori Harvey in Luar:

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The women of the Kardashian/Jenner family continue to infiltrate the fashion industry like there’s no tomorrow and sure do mean business. Over recent weeks, we’ve witnessed Kylie Jenner launch a new clothing line and shortly after, it’s now Kim Kardashian showing off her latest collaboration for SKIMS with Swarovski. Founded in 2019, the American media personality and bonafide powerhouse first teamed up with iconic Italian fashion house Fendi back in 2021 and now two years later is partnering up with Austrian jewelry Swarovski for 2023. The joint effort promises to be “a limited edition collection of exquisite body wear and jewellery illuminated with the brilliance of Swarovski crystals to empower every body to shine like an icon” – the perfect blend of both brands.
For the accompanying advertising campaign, Kim enlisted a photographer she feels most comfortable with: Mert Alas. Starring in the glitzy campaign images which ooze nothing but pure unapologetic glamour, the 43-year-old mother of four poses in the studio wearing highly-embellished pieces from the collab (launching November 7) and is joined by models Aweng Chuol, Guinevere van Seenus, Jill Kortleve and Soo Joo Park elsewhere throughout the campaign.

Members of our forums, however, weren’t so sold on the collaboration – or the campaign. “Is this costume jewellery or clothes? Because if it’s underwear, those fancy embellishments will be off with the first wash,” laughed tigerrouge.
“The pieces alone are just Bob Mackie rip-offs, Tisci’s naked dresses at Givenchy (maybe some from Burberry), 90s D&G (which she used a lot for that Spring 2023 curation Kim did), McQueen’s Swarovski pieces (i.e. Spring 2004), the list goes on. A pointless, reductive endeavor that in the end will give her more cash in her pockets.” voiced Cocteau Stone.
“So tacky. Looks cheap. And the SKIMS logo is making it even more tacky and cheap,” chimed in Mrs.T.
Not everyone, however, was so quick to disapprove. “Love everything about this campaign,” admired MModa.
“She looks very J.Lo, with some sort of sixties allure and a spot of Sharon Tate,” ivano pointed out.
Sharing the same enthusiasm was vogue28, replying: “Now you’ve mentioned Sharon Tate I’m even MORE in love with this – very much see Tate in the beauty styling here. I’m like a moth to a flame with anything Kim K-related and think she’s photographed well here, love the lighting and the styling. Yeah… I’m a fan!”

Have your say on the Swarovski x SKIMS collab and see more from the Mert Alas-shot campaign, here.

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The relationship between Marc Jacobs and Kim Kardashian only continues to blossom, and the designer is welcoming back the mega star with open arms, as the face and embodiment of his namesake New York-based label for the Resort 2023 season.

Jacobs first called upon the American media personality and bonafide fashion icon for his Fall 2023 advertising campaign and a mere two months later, invites Kim back once again as the face of his eponymous brand – complete with photography from Tyler Mitchell and Alastair McKimm on styling duties. This season sees Kim ditch the dark tresses in favor of blonde, roaming a set engulfed in red latex and in one campaign image showcases Marc Jacobs’ signature Canvas Mini Tote Bag with crystal embellishments.

It doesn’t get more Marc Jacobs than a monochrome color palette and sparkles. This mini tote is embellished with all over crystals on canvas that’s intended to fade and relax over time for an authentically broken-in look that Marc himself loves to wear. Go hands-free and style as a crossbody with the adjustable webbing strap included or unclip the strap and carry by the top handles. There’s no wrong answer.

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Elsewhere in the campaign, Kim rocks a pair of Jacobs’ Rhinestone Kiki Ankle Boots, which first made their appearance back in Fall 2016.

Await more from Marc Jacobs’ Resort 2023 campaign and share your thoughts over on theFashionSpot forums, here.

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You might find it hard to believe it that Carine Roitfeld’s CR Fashion Book is already celebrating its 10th anniversary, and the magazine has been getting us hyped via social media, teasing us with the eleven captivating cover stars which are about to come our way fronting a whole plethora of covers. The celebratory issue is dedicated to Roitfeld’s muses, both past and present, with Kim Kardashian revealed as the title’s first cover star for Issue #23 Fall 2023.

The now four-time CR cover girl poses for photographer Nadia Lee Cohen and as you’ve never seen her before, sporting a short buzz-cut hairstyle and razor-thin eyebrows. The American media personality, businesswoman and actress (currently starring in Ryan Murphy’s American Horror Story: Delicate) is shot up against a grey studio backdrop, with Roitfeld and Ben Perreira teaming up on styling duties, selecting a distressed tank top from Dsquared2 for Kim to wear across two dynamic covers, who seemingly left the high-glam she’s best known for at the door of the studio.

Take a peek at the remaining cover stars of CR Fashion Book‘s upcoming issue and join the conversation over on theFashionSpot forums, here.

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The world of fashion continues to embrace Kim Kardashian, with Marc Jacobs becoming the latest household name to welcome the American media personality and self-made billionaire as the face and embodiment of his namesake label. Not exactly Kim’s first time fronting a mega fashion brand, Jacobs can now rank himself alongside the likes of Dolce & Gabbana, Balenciaga and Balmain who’ve all championed and endorsed the SKIMS founder previously.
No stranger to a camera lens and whether she’s posting a selfie for her staggering 363 million (and counting…) Instagram followers or proving every inch her worth via the covers of American Vogue, Vogue Hong Kong or Vogue Arabia – there is simply no questioning how well Kim can photograph. This time, Kim can be found posing for photographer Tyrone Lebon and styled by Alastair McKimm wearing pieces from Marc Jacobs’ Fall 2023 collection throughout the series of campaign images, in addition to displaying a small off-white leather version of the brand’s signature tote handbag.

The campaign immediately ignited debate amongst our forum members. “Desperate times call for desperate measures. He pulled out his final weapon. If this fails, I fear it’s game over for Marc Jacobs!” declared an unamused GivenchyHomme.
“Oh gosh. Just no,” sighed tjasmine.
“He must be desperate to save his brand,” MaraPiovani echoed.
“All brands need exposure in order to be truly profitable, and this has been the case since the days of Gigi and Kendall, so it’s no shock,” reasoned forum member 9sete.
Yet not everyone was so disapproving of Kim. “I do like Kim Kardashian and don’t mind her becoming the face of yet another major fashion brand but this is definitely the weakest campaign we’ve gotten, and pales in comparison to Dolce & Gabbana by Mert Alas & Marcus Piggott. Tyrone Lebon ranks alongside the likes of Collier Schorr and Cass Bird for me – who could all disappear and I would not care less,” vogue28 chimed in.
Await more from the new Marc Jacobs’ campaign and share your thoughts with us, here.

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Kim Kardashian continues to be embraced by the world of high fashion. This year alone the global sensation has starred in an advertising campaign for Balenciaga, walked in the fashion house’s monumental Fall 2022 haute couture show and fronted American Vogue and Vogue Hong Kong. And the year’s not over yet. Kim’s latest stint down at newsstands is for Allure as the title’s August 2022 cover star. Captured by Danielle Levitt, Kim poses in a nude bodysuit from her SKIMS line and rocks never-ending braids.

“I like the Rapunzel concept, but the cover couldn’t be more dull. We all know that Kim can do better,” commented aracic.

“Terrible execution and post-production,” Xone pointed out.

“The retouching is so bad. Also why does she look like a deer in the headlights in every photo? Danielle Levitt is supposed to be known for her energy, but these photos are lifeless,” declared a far from impressed BlueRuin.

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Urban Stylin is not feeling the outcome: “Normally I like Kim’s print work, but this is very weird. I wonder what they were thinking.”

“Never have minded the sight of Kim Kardashian on magazine covers, but this is far from her finest moment. Then again should we expect anything more from Allure at this point? I haven’t liked one of their covers since Jennifer Lopez for March 2021,” said vogue28.

“So sick of her,” proclaimed HodanChloe.

Check out Kim’s accompanying Allure cover shoot and join the conversation here.

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