Kim Kardashian Stuns at Academy Museum Gala with Fully Covered, Dramatic Look
Kim Kardashian made a striking entrance at the Academy Museum Gala in Los Angeles on Saturday night, arriving with her face completely covered by a sleek, couture mask.
Speaking exclusively to Variety on the red carpet, Kardashian revealed that her look was “Margiela couture,” designed by Glenn Martens.
She explained that she had flown in her favorite makeup artist from New York and was in full hair and makeup under the mask. “This is kind of a last-minute thing, so I’m sure he’s not so happy with it,” she said, adding that she planned to remove the mask once inside the gala.
Kardashian also connected the dramatic outfit to her own brand, saying, “It does look very Skims-y. That’s why I was drawn to it when the Margiela couture show came out. I saw this look and I was like, ‘That is so Skims to me.’” It remains unclear if she wore the mask during the evening’s dinner and program.
Kim Kardashian attends the Fifth Annual Academy Museum Gala at Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Ted Mann Theater in Los Angeles, California.
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The 2025 Academy Museum Gala honored several notable figures, including Penélope Cruz, Walter Salles, Bruce Springsteen, and Bowen Yang. The event, presented by Rolex, supports the museum’s exhibitions, screenings, and educational programs.
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The Gala Host Committee included a star-studded lineup, featuring Amy Adams, Judd Apatow, Gael García Bernal, Laura Dern, Colman Domingo, Willem Dafoe, Goldie Hawn, Oscar Isaac, Zoë Kravitz, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Lupita Nyong’o, Jenna Ortega, Winona Ryder, Chloë Sevigny, Tessa Thompson, and Rachel Zegler, among others.
Kardashian’s masked entrance was bold and unforgettable, showing once again how she blends fashion with performance. It’s a reminder that red carpet looks are not just about clothes, but about making a statement.
What do you think about Kim’s masked look at the gala? Do you love it or find it too much? Share your thoughts in the comments.
