Kim Kardashian slammed for bidding $25K for Janet Jackson's 'If' outfit 2 years after Marilyn Monroe dress incident

Kim Kardashian shared videos of herself looking stunning in Janet Jackson's famous 'If' outfit that she bought for $25K in auction
PUBLISHED JUN 6, 2024
Kim Kardashian recently wore Janet Jackson's famous 'If' outfit (@kimkardashian/Instagram, Getty Images, Inset: Janet Jackson/YouTube)
Kim Kardashian recently wore Janet Jackson's famous 'If' outfit (@kimkardashian/Instagram, Getty Images, Inset: Janet Jackson/YouTube)

PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA: Kim Kardashian has stirred controversy after purchasing the famous two-piece suit that Janet Jackson wore in the music video for her song 'If' in 1993.

The SKIMS founder earlier gained attention for her controversial choice of the iconic Marilyn Monroe gown at the Met Gala 2022.



 

Kim Kardashian flaunted Janet Jackson's iconic 'If' outfit

The 'Kardashians' star, 43, paid $25,000 for the outfit back in 2021, but she didn't wear the customized black crop top and black suede pants—which had fringe on the sides and lace up the front—out in public for three years.

Kim shared a video of herself during the singer's concert, sporting the identical attire that Jackson, 58, wore in the 1993 music video for her song 'If'.

The reality star arrived at the Palm Desert Arena for Jackson's show aboard on Tuesday, June 4, along with her sister Khloe Kardashian and their mother Kris Jenner, per Daily Mail.

Kim previewed footage of herself in the one-of-a-kind two-piece suit before the presentation, showcasing her toned midriff in a single photo.

"Can you guys guess where I'm going tonight? I bet you will never guess," she giggled as she strolled in pointy-toe black heels.

Kim Kardashian stated that she and Stephanie Shepherd parted ways professionally on a cordial note. (Instagram/@kimkardashian)
Kim Kardashian purchased Janet Jackson's iconic 'If' outfit for $25K in auction (Instagram/@kimkardashian)

In another clip, she panned out to show off her entire outfit while wearing a black crop top with white boning over the chest and matching lace-up pants while Jackson's song 'If' played.

Kim excitedly captioned the photo, "I'm spamming tonight so unless u wanna see so much @janetjackson content I suggest u stay off my page."

Kim continued to record her look in the car on the way to the Palm Springs, California event. There, she flaunted her white, boned necklace, which Jackson had previously worn in the 'If' music video.



 

Kim startled admirers and stirred controversy in 2022 when she showed up at the Met Gala wearing the customized champagne-colored gown that Marilyn Monroe famously wore in 1962 while serenading then-President John F Kennedy.

Kim has previously sought fashion statements from celebrities including Sophia Loren, Aaliyah, and Cher.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 02: Kim Kardashian attends The 2022 Met Gala Celebrating
Kim Kardashian channeled the customized champagne-colored gown that Marilyn Monroe famously wore in 1962 (Getty Images)

Kim Kardashian bought Janet Jackson's outfit for $25K in 2021 auction

In honor of Janet Jackson's 55th birthday, Kim revealed in 2021 that she had purchased the singer's outfit from the 'If' song video at auction.

The 'The Kardashians' star paid $25,000 for the customized look, which Julian's Auctions later confirmed in a tweet.

Kim wrote on Instagram Stories at the time, "For @janetjackson’s bday bc I’m such a fan I can’t believe I won this on @juliens_auctions."



 

The SKIMS founder, who purchased the clothing three years ago, re-posted Jackson's message to her on Tuesday, June 4.

The singer wrote at the time, "Thank you so much @kimkardashian! I hope 'If' gives you as much pleasure as it did me," per People.

Kim Kardashian receives flak online for donning Janet Jackson's 'If' outfit

Several people criticized Kim Kardashian on X after she revealed that she was going to Jackson's concert in the archive look.

One user exclaimed, "Her and Drake irritate me so much.. buying historical pieces just for the kick of it UGH!"

"It’s weird that she’s always stuffing herself in people’s old clothes," added another.

One user remarked, "She thinks she will Bluetooth talent and aura from these things surely."

"Why all these icons auctioning this stuff off instead of putting em in a museum," wondered another.

Someone else said, "What's with the Kardashians continuing to buy and ruin these iconic outfits?"

"Why would you wear something Janet wore? Janet will obviously wear it better. Marilyn too," said another.



 



 



 



 



 



 

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