How to Look Like Kim Kardashian

Co-authored by JoAnn Solomon

Last Updated: December 15, 2024 References

At this point it's undeniable: Kim Kardashian is a fashion and beauty icon. Love it or hate it, the things she wears have a ripple effect on the culture, and many people are eager to look like her. While a lot of Kim's wardrobe is pretty expensive, her general approach to fashion is totally attainable for anyone. In this article, we'll teach you how to dress just like Kim, plus style your makeup and hair like she does. Ready for a makeover? Let's get started!

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Getting Kim's Makeup Look & Hairstyle

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Shape your eyebrows. Kim has very defined eyebrows. For these perfect sculpted brows, go to your salon for a contoured look. Don't let your eyebrows get out of control, and don't let them grow too naturally. Arched, waxed brows are the way to go to look like Kim.
- If you don't want to go to a salon, you can sculpt your eyebrows at home. Start by shaping them before you try waxing or plucking.
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Go for gold-toned eye makeup. Kim's signature look is her smoky eyes. For this look, you need eyeshadow in a mixture of gold and nude tones. Find an eyeshadow combination that goes from light nude brown to gold to darker brown.
- Start by applying the bright highlight color in the inner corner of the eye. Spread it from the tear duct to the middle of your eye. Go no higher than your natural crease.
- Next use the gold shadow. Brush the gold color over the eyelid from the crease down. Start at the outer corner of the eye and blend with the highlight color as you go inward. Because of the white highlight color, the inside of the eyelid will be brighter than the edge.
- Use a small brush to line the crease with a darker brown shade. Then, use a blending brush to blend the crease color with the rest of the lid. Keep adding the darker brown to that crease and then blending to get the almond-shaped contours. This helps you achieve Kim's smoky signature look.^{[1]
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Line your eye with black liner. No Kim-inspired make up look is complete without the black eyeliner. Apply a thin line at the base of your eyelid, just above where your eyelashes start.
- You don't have to be precise. Just keep it thin.
- Use a thin blender brush to smudge out the liner for a smoky look.
- After applying the first line and smudging it, use a black gel liner with an angled brush to apply a thicker line along your lash line.
- Line the bottom lid with black liner.^{[2]
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Apply fake eyelashes. No Kim look is complete without the bold, dramatic eyelashes. Make sure when buying lashes that you don't get them too big.
- If you already have long, full lashes, then apply volumizing mascara in black.^{[3]
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Wear the right blush and lipstick. Kim has stated in multiple interviews that she loves to wear Nars Blush in the color Orgasm. After getting the rest of your face on, finish it off with the perfect blush.
- Smile and apply the blush to the apples of your cheeks.
- Finish your look with a pink nude lipstick.
Kim always files her own nails, even when she goes to the salon. For a Kim look, paint your nails or get them professionally manicured. Just remember don't get rounded edges. File them blunt and straight across.
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Style your hair with large, soft curls. Kim's dark brunette locks are curly most of the time. To get these Kim curls, you need some setting hair pins and a 1.5–2 inch (3.8–5.1 cm) curling iron.
- When your hair is dry, spray some heat protectant on it. If your hair is hard to curl, add some curl mouse, lotion, or gel.
- Section your hair into small 1-inch sections. Using your curling iron, curl each section. Make sure you curl the hair away from the face.
- When you release the curl, roll it into the curl and pin it with a hair clip. Do this for each curl so that the curls set.
- After you have curled your hair, let the curls set for 5-10 minutes as they cool. Then release your curls.
- Turn your head over and fluff out the curls.^{[4]
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- Kim also sometimes wears loose waves, fishtail braids, and straight sleek looks.

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Dressing Like Kim Kardashian

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Buy high-waisted pants and skirts. The high-waisted look accentuates Kim's curves, so they're a staple in her wardrobe. When looking for jeans, trousers, and skirts, try high-waisted ones like Kim.
- Pair high-waisted trousers with a tailored white button up and neutral shoes.
- Tuck a white t-shirt into a pair of high-waisted dress shorts. Add an embellished belt, a matching jacket, and pumps for a great Kim-inspired outfit.
- Go for a white tank tucked into a high-waisted maxi skirt in a bold color. Add a belt, a long necklace, and oversized sunglasses to finish the look.^{[5]
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- Add wide belts to your outfits. Kim wears clothes that emphasize her shape.
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Wear white. Don't be afraid of wearing white, no matter what time of year. Time and time again, Kim goes out wearing white outfits. She wears white shirts, white dresses, and white coats while going out to dinner and events.
- Kim's not afraid to match a white blazer with a white t-shirt. She's has worn white jackets in multiple styles, so to look like Kim, buy yourself a staple white blazer.^{[6]
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- Kim often wears white shirts with her outfits. These white shirts range from v-neck tailored shirts, soft t-shirts, sheer tanks, and embroidered tops. The important thing is that they're white.
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Try nude pumps. Nude pumps are a classic neutral staple that go with anything. You can dress them down or dress them up; they look great with jeans and dresses alike. Nude pumps also look great with any color palette.
- Wear nude pumps with a white shirt tucked into black trousers. Or try nude pumps with colored jeans and a blazer in a complimentary bold color.
- Don't just get nude pumps. Kim wears many shoe styles in nude. Try nude gladiator sandals, strappy heels, and ankle boots.
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Buy a trench coat. A simple trench coat is a one of the staples of Kim's wardrobe. Trench coats are simple pieces that go with just about anything. Kim even wears hers buttoned up over dresses as the main focus of her outfit.
- Accessorize the trench coat with a pair of high heel pumps and a chic handbag.
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Pick one color. Most of Kim's outfits are neutrals focused around a bold color - unless she's wearing a dress in a bold color. For each outfit, make sure one piece is bright and vibrant. Everything else should be black, white, or tan.
- Try a red leather skirt. Pair that with a nude top, nude pumps, and a black jacket for true Kim style.
- Wear frayed denim, a black shirt, black coat, and black pumps. To break up the monotony, add a bright pink handbag.
- Try to accent your basic neutrals with purple hats, neon yellow stilettos, a rose coat, teal pants, or an orange blazer.
- Try matching two complimentary bright colors. Mix a fuchsia blazer with a yellow handbag. Add a light blue handbag with a royal blue skirt. Wear a fuchsia blazer with orange denim.
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Wear high heels with everything. Kim rarely wears flats. She puts stilettos with everything from jeans and shorts to cocktail dresses. She wears mostly pumps, but also goes out in strappy heeled sandals, peep toes, and even trendy high heeled sneakers.
- Black is a reoccurring shoe color in Kim's wardrobe, but she also wears fuchsia, teal, and bright yellow. Wear whatever will match your ensemble.
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Wear tight jeans. Kim wears tight, form fitting clothes, and jeans are no exception. Get some skinny jeans to look like Kim. If skinny jeans don't fit your body shape, wear form fitting jeans with tapered ankles.
- Frayed, raw hems on jeans are a staple Kim look. Go for large, bold holes in your jeans to show off those legs.^{[7]
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- Kim frequently wears light denim instead of darker denim. Don't be afraid to rock the lighter jeans. She also often wears denim shirts and cut off denim shorts. However, Kim wears pants in every color of the rainbow, from orange to black.
- Don't forget leggings. Skinny jeans are only one way to show off those legs. Leggings are another staple of Kim's wardrobe that you should wear.

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What is her signature look?

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Anything that accentuates her curves, really. Try bodycon dresses, two-pieces, and bodysuits under fitted pants.

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What makeup brands does she use?

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Kim Kardashian uses Jeffree Star, James Charles, Morphe, Ulta Beauty, and sometimes Bare Minerals.

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