Kanye’s surprising words on Kim’s all-covered look resurface after her latest fashion moment

Kim Kardashian turned heads once again at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures Gala on October 18. This time, for a look that felt like déjà vu.

The SKIMS founder appeared in a strapless nude Maison Margiela gown from the fashion house’s Spring 2025 haute couture collection, a strikingly minimal yet sculptural piece that immediately drew comparisons to her now-infamous 2021 Met Gala outfit.

Back then, Kim shocked the world in an all-black Balenciaga ensemble that covered her entire body from head to toe.

At the time, her ex-husband Kanye West had publicly praised the concept, saying it represented “ultimate confidence” and a “new subculture” in fashion.

A source close to People at the time said, “This look on Kim is like a new subculture and fashion statement. No logo, no face, but everyone knows it’s her.”

“Kanye gave her the courage to push creativity and people’s imagination through art. It’s the ultimate confidence,” the source added.