Kim Kardashian and Kanye West began dating in 2012, quickly becoming a prominent couple in Hollywood known for their extravagant lifestyle and distinctive fashion choices. However, this relationship came to an end in 2021.
Since finally breaking free from the control of her ex-husband Kanye West, Kim Kardashian has undergone a significant transformation in her style. The 44-year-old star now frequently appears in pencil skirts and elegant high heels, signaling a return to the fashion style she embraced before her relationship with the controversial rapper.
Kim Kardashian’s transformation is evident, as seen in her stunning off-the-shoulder evening gown paired with matching accessories at the 2009 Emmy Awards.
In the early 2000s, Kim Kardashian was a devoted fan of Herve Leger dresses, Christian Louboutin heels, bodycon dresses, and luxury accessories like Hermes Birkin bags and statement jewelry.
Kim Kardashian started dating Kanye West shortly after her brief 72-day marriage to basketball player Kris Humphries. From this moment, the 1980-born beauty experienced a “revolution” in her style, significantly influenced by Kanye’s input.
Kanye West is infamous for discarding most of Kim Kardashian’s wardrobe in an episode of Keeping Up With The Kardashians just months into their relationship. Throughout their time together, Kanye was believed to control all aspects of what Kim wore.
After marrying Kanye West, Kim Kardashian often faced public scrutiny for her bold and unconventional fashion choices. She became the “muse” for her husband, frequently donning outfits from his Yeezy fashion line as well as the eccentric designs from Balenciaga and Balmain. During their wedding in Italy in 2014, even Kim’s sisters and mother, Khloe, Kourtney, Kendall, Kylie, and Kris Jenner, had to wear bridal party outfits personally chosen by the rapper.
Now, at 44, Kim Kardashian’s current style reflects a new chapter in her life. In a recent episode of The Kardashians, she admitted the difficulty of finding her own style after years of being directed by her ex-husband: “I definitely see what I like, but I was never really a visionary. Back then, Kanye would come and say, ‘You should do your hair this way. You should wear this outfit.'”
