Kim Kardashian received fire for purchasing the legendary two-piece dress worn by Janet Jackson in her 1993 music video for “If.”
The 43-year-old reality personality waited three years to wear her custom-made black crop top and black suede leggings with lace up front and fringe on the sides, which she purchased for $25,000 in 2021.
After publicizing her attendance at Jackson’s concert in the archive outfit, commenters on X (formerly known as Twitter) criticized her decision.
Kim Kardashian sparked fresh backlash for purchasing the iconic, two-piece outfit that Janet Jackson wore in her 1993 music video for her song If
Jackson’s supporters were outraged that she was wearing the outfit, which some argued’should be in a museum.’
“Buying historical pieces just for the kick of it, UGH!” One person protested, while others tweeted that the mother of four was acting ‘cringe.’
Another asked: ‘Why the hell does she have a lot of the Jackson’s clothes? Why them??’
‘Cause they’re fans and they can afford them!’ a loyal Kardashian fan replied, to which someone asked if the SKIMS founder was going to damage the garments like she ‘ruined Marilyn Monroe’s dress’ at the 2021 Met Gala.
Despite speculation that Kardashian damaged the back of the crystal-covered dress, Ripley’s Believe It Or Not!, the owner of the gown, said in a statement that the reality star ‘did not, in any way, damage the garment in the short amount of time it was worn at the Met Gala.’
Fans of the TV personality claimed that people can’t be’so upset at her buying’ the look, which was part of a three-day auction for Jackson’s 55th birthday in 2021.
At the time, the All for You hitmaker lovingly told Kardashian that she hoped the dress gave her ‘as much pleasure as it did’ her on Instagram.
Kim, Khloe Kardashian, and Kris Jenner took a party bus to Jackson’s concert at Palm Desert Arena on Tuesday.
Kim previewed footage of herself wearing the one-of-a-kind two-piece suit ahead of the presentation, revealing her toned midriff in a single shot.
First, she recorded her footsteps as she walked in pointy-toe black heels and cooed, ‘Can you guys guess where I’m going tonight? I bet you will never guess.’
While she bought the ensemble for $25,000 back in 2021, the 43-year-old reality star waited three years to wear the custom-made black crop top and black suede pants, with lace up in the front and fringe on the sides, out publicly
Upon revealing that she was attending Jackson’s concert in the archival look, social media users flocked to X (previously known as Twitter) to condemn her choice
Many Jackson fans were outraged that the American Horror Story actress was wearing the look, which some argued’should be in a museum’.
In a second video posted on her Stories, she gave a big hint by soundtracking it to Janet’s bouncy R&B classic.
Kim then recorded herself in the backseat of a luxury vehicle on her trip to the Acrisure Arena at Greater Palm Springs.
She exhibited some of her bleach blonde hair and her totally made-up face.
The excerpt was shared with another of Jackson’s smash hits, Any Time, Any Place.
Finally, Kim confessed: ‘I’m spamming tonight so unless u wanna see so much @janetjackson content I suggest u stay off my page.’
In the following Story post, Kim re-shared a note the pop legend shared with her shortly after she scored the outfit.
Back in May 2021 Kim uploaded a photo of Janet in the If video and gushed, ‘For @janetjackson’s bday bc I’m such a fan I can’t believe I won this outfit on @jules_auctions.’
‘Buying historical pieces just for the kick of it, UGH!’ one complained while others tweeted that the mother-of-four was acting ‘cringe’
Some fans of the TV personality argued that people can’t be ‘so mad at her buying’ the look, which was part of a three-day auction on Jackson’s 55th birthday in 2021
At the time, the All for You hitmaker sweetly told Kardashian that she hopes the outfit gave her ‘as much pleasure as it did’ her over Instagram
Kardashian was seen exiting a concert with her sister Khloe Kardashian and Kris Jenner at the Palm Desert Arena in California, on Tuesday night.
The vocalist shared it and added, “Thank you so much, @kimkardashian.” I hope you enjoy ‘IF’ as much as I did,’ along with three kiss emoji.
Jules Auctions also announced Kim’s purchase on X at the moment.
The tweet featured a photo of the stunning outfit on a mannequin.
The accompanying note said, ‘SOLD for $25,000!
X users voiced that they were ‘disgusted’ and ‘irritated’
‘Why the hell does she have a lot of the Jackson’s clothes? Why them??’ one asked
Others said if they were ‘so mad’ then they ‘should’ve bought’ the outfit themselves
Previously, Kardashian sparked backlash for wearing Marilyn Monroe’s famous ‘Happy Birthday Dress’ to the 2021 Met Gala (seen above)
‘A custom-made top with a pair of black pants, both worn by Janet Jackson in her 1993 award-winning “If” music video.
‘Sold in our “Iconic Treasures from the Legendary Career and Life of Janet Jackson” auction at JuliensLive.com! w/ @JanetJackson.’
The low-rise trousers feature fringe going down the sides of the legs.
On Tuesday night, the SKIMS mogul teased footage of herself wearing the one-of-one two-piece ensemble Janet, 58, wore in her 1993 If music video
Jackson gave Kim her blessing after she scored the pieces at an auction in May 2021
In 2021, Jules Auctions announced Kim’s purchase of X, then known as Twitter.
And the sleek, cropped vest has buttons up the front and thin, white shells sewed on either side.
Kim discovered the ideal complimentary necklace with matching shells to wear to the concert.
Kim is known for her eye-catching dress, and she enjoys referencing historical sartorial moments.
In 2022, she stunned admirers and raised feathers by wearing the custom-made champagne-colored gown that Marilyn Monroe famously wore in 1962 to serenade then-President John F. Kennedy at the Met Gala.
Kardashian has previously sought fashion advice from celebrities such as Cher, Aaliyah, and Sophia Loren.
