Kim Kardashian Soars In Sheer Cape Gown At Venice Film Festival – Humanitarian Honor In Tow!

Kim K Takes Venice by Storm with Couture Drama

Hollywood’s red carpet royalty, Kim Kardashian, jetted over to Italy for the 82nd Venice International Film Festival, and let’s just say she brought some serious SoCal summer energy to the canals. The reality star and SKIMS mogul wasn’t just there to slay the fashion game – she was honored with a humanitarian award at the Diane von Furstenberg Awards held at the iconic Teatro Goldoni. And oh, did she make an entrance that had everyone double-tapping.

Kim rolled up in a jaw-dropping sheer gray Maison Margiela couture gown straight from the fall 2025 runway. With a high neckline, a dramatic flowing cape, and a unitard vibe underneath, it was giving major superhero energy – like she’s auditioning to be the next Marvel queen straight outta Calabasas. Posing over the water with fierce looks, she owned the moment like a true LA icon.

But not everyone was vibing with the look. Social media lit up with mixed reviews, with some fans comparing the gown to, well, bed sheets. Comments like “All I see are sheets and wedgies” and “My cooter is annoyed by this” had the internet in a frenzy. Hey, haters gonna hate, but Kim’s still serving looks for days.

Humanitarian Heart – Kim’s Real Superpower

Beyond the couture chaos, the night was all about Kim’s heart of gold. The 44-year-old was deeply moved by the humanitarian award, taking to Instagram to share her thoughts on the honor. This wasn’t just a trophy for her shelf – it was a nod to the ongoing work she’s passionate about, especially in criminal justice reform.

“I’m beyond humbled to accept this humanitarian award, not for what I’ve already done, but for the work we still have ahead of us,” Kim shared on social media.

A standout moment? Chris Young, a man who spent a decade behind bars in Tennessee under harsh mandatory minimum laws for a nonviolent crime, introduced Kim at the event. Her advocacy, alongside attorney Brittany K. Barnett of the Buried Alive Project and former federal judge Kevin Sharp, helped secure his release in 2021. Seeing him stand free in Venice with her was the real flex of the night.

From Calabasas to Criminal Justice – Kim’s Impact

Let’s rewind to 2018 when Kim, an aspiring lawyer with a knack for making waves, teamed up with Barnett to fight for Young’s freedom. They brought in Sharp, who had originally sentenced Young but later resigned and spoke out against the unfairness of the punishment (props to Netflix Junkie for the deets). It was a long battle, but their hustle paid off, proving Kim’s influence goes way beyond selfies and scandal.

Reflecting on the Venice moment, Kim gushed about how special it was to have Young by her side in Italy. “The real honor was having Chris Young introduce me, standing there free! After serving two life sentences and us working hard to get him home, being in Venice with him was unreal,” she wrote. Talk about a full-circle moment with some serious West Coast heart.

So, while the internet might roast her sheet-adjacent gown, Kim’s out here changing lives and collecting awards like they’re Grammy nods. Whether she’s strutting down a Hollywood red carpet or fighting for justice, this Cali queen is unstoppable. What’s next for Kim K? We’re all ears – and eyes – for the next chapter.