
Yo, LA, did you catch Kim Kardashian at the 2025 Academy Museum Gala on October 18? Our girl rolled up to the iconic event in the heart of Los Angeles looking straight out of a sci-fi flick, rocking a Maison Margiela couture nude ensemble that had a full-on face mask. We’re talking next-level Hollywood weirdness - even for a city that’s seen it all.
The 44-year-old SKIMS queen and mom of four was legit unrecognizable, and while she was serving looks on the outside, the internet was buzzing with mixed vibes. Some fans were creeped out by the faceless getup, while others were just trying to figure out how she even breathes in that thing. Underneath, though? Kim spilled that she was still glammed up to the max - classic Kardashian move.
But let’s be real - strutting around a fancy gala with your whole face covered ain’t a walk on Venice Beach. Sources say Kim struggled to see where she was going, and it nearly turned into a full-on tumble. Talk about a red carpet wipeout waiting to happen in Tinseltown!
Here’s where it gets juicy. A clip on People’s Instagram showed Kim being guided into the event by an escort holding up her nude gown while she flailed her arms like she was caught in a SoCal riptide. Lipreader Nicola Hickling broke it down for The Mirror US, using some high-tech video magic to analyze the footage frame by frame.
“Kim looked shook, waving her hands and shaking her head before pleading, ‘Don’t let go, I can’t see a thing,’” Hickling revealed.
According to Hickling, Kim was visibly rattled but her assistant kept it cool, responding with a chill “Don’t worry, I’ve got you. I’ll lead you, just hold onto my hand.” After the mini-panic, Kim reportedly got her bearings and strutted off with more confidence - that’s the Hollywood hustle for ya.
While Kim regained her composure, her fans were straight-up losing it over the outfit. She paired the nude mask with a crystal-embellished choker dripping with green jewels and cross pendants, plus a matching ring - but the accessories couldn’t distract from the Malibu-style drama of the mask. Kim even poked fun at herself in a pre-gala clip, asking her makeup artist Mario Dedivanovic, “Mario, do I look okay? The makeup?” to which he quipped, “Your makeup looks amazing, yes.”
The look sparked major déjà vu for some, reminding them of her head-to-toe black Balenciaga outfit at the 2021 Met Gala alongside ex-hubby Kanye West. Social media was abuzz with X users dropping hot takes like, “You can still see the Kanye in her,” and “Was she styled by Kanye?” Others were less kind, with comments like, “She looks ridiculous. Must be a leftover from crazy Kanye.”
Some even speculated with a laugh, “This is what happens when the plastic surgery doesn’t heal in time for the event lol,” while another user questioned, “How does she breathe?” It’s safe to say Kim’s gala moment had the internet shook - for better or worse.
Kim’s gala appearance wasn’t the only thing keeping her in the headlines. Just a day before, on October 17, she was out in full glam with the fam, supporting sister Kylie Jenner at a pop-up event for the 10th anniversary of Kylie Cosmetics. The duo slayed in matching, figure-hugging latex dresses, proving that even with a masked moment, Kim’s still got that SoCal summer energy on lock.
From nearly face-planting at a high-profile gala to owning the scene with her sis, Kim Kardashian is keeping us all on our toes. Whether you’re Team “next level fabulous” or Team “what is she even wearing,” one thing’s for sure - Kim’s got LA talking, as always.
So, what do you think of her masked look? Hit us up with your thoughts - is this a red carpet win or a Hollywood miss? We’re all ears for the latest 411 on this Tinseltown tale!