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Looking Back at Kim’s BALENCIAGA ⚠Tape Outfit
Looking back on a memorable fashion moment, it was in March 2022 when Kim Kardashian and Balenciaga set the internet ablaze once again with that iconic caution tape bodycon dress. During Paris Fashion Week, the Skims founder made a striking appearance at Balenciaga’s fall 2022 show, donning a custom ensemble that demanded attention.
The entire process was meticulously documented by Kardashian herself, giving fans a behind-the-scenes glimpse. She started with a signature black catsuit by Balenciaga, serving as the foundation for the bold creation.
Then, she wrapped her body in yellow caution tape featuring the label’s iconic logo, extending the tape to her shoes. Even the bag she carried was enveloped in the same eye-catching tape. Completing the look, she opted for small sunglasses, adding a touch of mystery.
The process unfolded on social media, with Kardashian sharing videos and photos of the transformation. She revealed the meticulous care taken to cut her out of the outfit after the show, preserving it for her personal archive. In one of her tweets, she captioned the post with “Caution ⚠️ @Balenciaga ⚠️⚠️⚠️,” capturing the essence of the daring ensemble.
Throughout the event, she also took the opportunity to pose alongside Balenciaga’s creative director, Demna Gvasalia. Gvasalia made a statement of his own by wearing a shirt adorned with the Ukrainian flag, drawing attention to the Russian invasion of Ukraine—an issue addressed directly in Balenciaga’s fall 2022 collection. Kardashian and Gvasalia’s collaboration extends back years, with memorable moments like the viral all-black head-to-toe suit she wore to the 2021 Met Gala and her multiple outfits from the Spanish-French luxury fashion house for her hosting debut on “Saturday Night Live.”
Looking back, Kim Kardashian and Balenciaga’s caution tape dress remains an iconic moment in the intersection of fashion and pop culture, showcasing their ability to captivate audiences and push boundaries in the ever-evolving world of style.