Kim Kardashian Admits Her Makeup Artist Was “Not So Happy” After She Covered Her Entire Face for the Academy Museum Gala — “All That Glam Was Hidden!”
Kim Kardashian has never been afraid to take fashion risks — but her latest statement look might just be one of her boldest yet. The reality star, beauty mogul, and entrepreneur turned heads once again at the 2025 Academy Museum Gala in Los Angeles on October 18, arriving in an outfit that managed to both stun and confuse everyone in attendance. Dressed head to toe in a custom Maison Margiela couture piece, Kim appeared completely covered, including her face, which was concealed under a tight beige veil.
The look instantly became one of the most talked-about moments of the night. Social media lit up with reactions ranging from awe to amusement, and even longtime fans of the star couldn’t decide if it was genius or shocking. But as Kim revealed later, not everyone in her team shared her excitement — especially her makeup artist.
Speaking in a behind-the-scenes interview shared on her Instagram Stories, Kim laughed as she admitted, “My makeup artist was not so happy about this one. We spent hours on glam, and then I showed up fully covered. You couldn’t see anything!” She went on to explain that the decision was intentional and deeply connected to her vision for the event. “I wanted to do something that pushed boundaries,” she said. “It’s about anonymity and beauty — like, what happens when you take it all away? What does glamour mean then?”
The look, which featured a skin-tight neutral-toned dress paired with layers of crystal jewelry, was instantly recognizable as a nod to Maison Margiela’s avant-garde approach under creative director John Galliano. Kim, who has worked with some of fashion’s most daring designers, said she was drawn to the artistic meaning behind the creation. “Fashion is supposed to make you feel something, even if it’s uncomfortable,” she explained. “That’s what I love about it — it’s expression without words.”
Her team, however, had a slightly different reaction. A source close to Kim joked to People, “Her makeup artist literally sighed when he saw the final look. He did this incredible glam — flawless, sculpted, glowing — and then she walked out looking like an art installation. But that’s Kim. She’s fearless about making a statement.”
Fans online couldn’t stop commenting either. Some praised her for taking risks that keep the fashion world guessing, while others questioned why she would go through the effort of glam only to hide it completely. But as one user pointed out, “Only Kim Kardashian can turn a full face covering into a red carpet moment.”
The SKIMS founder later posted several photos from the gala on her Instagram, captioning one, “Hidden but still shining ✨.” The post quickly racked up millions of likes and thousands of comments, many of them referencing her now-famous line about her makeup artist’s reaction. “Somewhere, Mario Dedivanovic is crying right now,” one fan wrote, referring to her longtime friend and makeup collaborator.
For Kim, the masked appearance fits into a long history of pushing fashion’s limits. She previously shocked the world at the 2021 Met Gala when she wore a full black Balenciaga ensemble that covered her from head to toe, sparking endless memes and think pieces. That moment, too, blurred the line between fashion and performance art — something Kim seems increasingly drawn to.
As for how she felt wearing something so restrictive, Kim admitted it wasn’t exactly comfortable. “It was hot, I could barely see, and I kept thinking, ‘This is crazy,’” she said with a laugh. “But it was worth it. I love the drama of it all.”
The Academy Museum Gala, known for blending film, art, and high fashion, has become one of Hollywood’s most glamorous annual events. But once again, Kim managed to turn the spotlight squarely on herself — not just for what she wore, but for the conversation her outfit sparked about beauty, visibility, and expression.
And while her makeup artist might still be shaking his head, one thing’s for sure: Kim Kardashian knows how to make a moment. Whether it’s a see-through dress or a completely hidden face, she continues to prove that fashion, for her, is never just about clothes — it’s about art, identity, and unapologetic confidence.
