Kim Kardashian is under scrutiny after her daughter, North West, was photographed wearing a corset and miniskirt during their vacation in Rome. North, 12, was seen leaving dinner with her mother at Pierluigi restaurant on Saturday night.
She paired her outfit with platform boots, blue ombre hair styled into pigtails, glasses, and a confident stride that made her appear even taller than Kardashian, 44.
The bold look drew mixed reactions online. Some fans praised North’s style as “cute,” while others expressed concern that the outfit was too mature for her age, according to Page Six.
“Not a fan of a bustier on a 12 year old. Love Kim and North but it would have been a no ma’am for me,” one person wrote. Another critic added, “So inappropriate Kim,” while a third comment simply read, “OK, Kim, she’s 12 …”
Others urged Kardashian to be more thoughtful about her daughter’s fashion choices. “Preserve her innocence and be more mindful about her wardrobe,” one user advised. Another pointed out, “The skirt and boots are fine, but corset on a 12-year-old is a little out of hand. And this is coming from a fashion designer who designs for exotic dancers.”
Despite the wave of criticism, Kardashian also received support from those who felt the backlash was exaggerated. One fan defended her, writing, “The judgment is wild, wild, y’all need to look at yourselves and stop worrying about her.”
This is not the first time Kardashian and her children have sparked debates about age-appropriate clothing and public appearances. As one of the most recognizable figures in fashion and entertainment, Kardashian often finds herself at the center of conversations about parenting and style.
North, the eldest of Kardashian’s four children, has long shown a flair for fashion and individuality. Her outfits, whether casual or red carpet-ready, frequently capture attention and often mirror the glamorous style her mother is known for.
Kardashian shares North with her ex-husband, rapper Kanye West, along with their three younger children: Saint, 9, Chicago, 7, and Psalm, 6. The couple married in 2014 and finalized their divorce in 2022.
As North continues to grow up in the spotlight, her wardrobe choices will likely remain a subject of public debate. For Kardashian, the latest incident underscores the ongoing tension between letting her daughter express herself and responding to criticism about parenting decisions in the public eye.