Kim Kardashian made yet another unforgettable entrance at the 2025 Met Gala—this time not just for her bold fashion statement, but also for a moment of unexpected chaos on the way to the red carpet. Dressed in a dramatic custom leather gown by Chrome Hearts, complete with a sweeping train, the reality star turned heads as she left The Mark Hotel en route to the Metropolitan Museum of Art. But before she could even set foot on the famous Met steps, one of her security guards found himself in a fashion faux pas of his own.
As Kim stepped out of the hotel, video footage circulating on social media showed her bodyguard tripping over the lengthy train of her gown. The 44-year-old appeared calm and composed during the brief stumble, reaching out a steady hand in case the guard took a tumble. He quickly regained his footing, and Kim, ever the professional, carried on with her evening unfazed.
While her eldest daughter, North West, was spotted leaving the hotel alongside her, the 11-year-old didn’t join her mom on the red carpet. The Met Gala, known for its exclusivity and prestige, enforces an age limit requiring all attendees to be at least 18 years old. Nonetheless, Kim wasn’t alone—her sisters Kendall and Kylie Jenner also turned out in full glam for fashion’s biggest night.
Kim Kardashian and The Jenners Go All In on High Fashion
Each sister brought a distinct style to this year’s event, which celebrated the theme “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style” and followed a dress code of “Tailored For You.” Kendall Jenner, 29, made a statement in a structured, suit-inspired gown by Torishéju, featuring a plunging neckline and a floor-sweeping skirt that nodded to traditional menswear tailoring while staying fiercely feminine. Kylie Jenner, 27, embraced elegance with an edge in a custom Ferragamo look. Her halter-style gown featured a sheer corset bodice and a textured tweed skirt complete with a high slit, merging classic glamour with modern sex appeal.
Behind the scenes, the preparation for a night as high-profile as the Met Gala is nothing short of meticulous. Kim’s longtime hairstylist Chris Appleton described the event as the “wedding of fashion” in a recent interview with E! News. According to Appleton, the stakes are sky-high when it comes to glam. With HD cameras capturing every detail, there’s no room for error.
“It’s the ultimate storytelling in fashion and beauty,” he said. “For me, it’s always going to be a look.”
Despite the brief mishap on the sidewalk, Kim Kardashian lived up to that standard—gracefully proving that even a stumble on the way to the red carpet can’t dim her spotlight.
