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From platinum blonde to honey hues, Kim Kardashian’s hairstyles are iconic. Discover 27 of her most unforgettable looks and get inspired for your next salon visit.
Kim Kardashian’s name is near-synonymous with all things style and beauty, thanks to the reality star’s wildly successful foray into clothing, makeup and skincare lines. It’s Kim’s hair, though, that has all our attention. The style icon is known for wearing her hair ultra-long (often with the use of extensions), but she’s experimented with shorter looks, too.
She’s also played around with color, vacillating between dark brunette, different blonde hues, and some vibrant color choices. She’s undergone many different hair makeovers over the years in keeping with her constant style evolution.
While she’s well-known for her glossy raven long locks, Kim is equally suited to the platinum blonde ‘do she first sported in 2017, then 2022 Met Gala, and now again in 2024. Having previously said “I don’t really do wigs,” Kim has put her natural locks through a lot, having bleached it multiple times and dyed it honey blonde, platinum, caramel, chestnut, pink, and so on. Nearly every time she steps out, we have yet another new ‘do to look to for inspiration. With that in mind, we rounded up 31 of our favorite hairstyles Kim Kardashian has worn over the years.
Kim’s natural hair color is a rich, dark brunette. It’s the color that first introduced us to Kim’s glamorous world and remains an iconic part of her look. We all know and love her luscious natural shade, and amidst many hair changes – it is her staple and signature look.
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However, Kim’s hair has seen some significant transformations. The SKIMS founder, 42, shared a glimpse of what seems to be her natural hair, without extensions, in a Christmas Eve TikTok with her 9-year-old daughter, North.
The reality star’s real hair – without extensions, wigs, or styling – looked much thinner and drier than normal, probably due to all the over-styling and over-dyeing. In a moment that looks like took place between her honey blonde and brunette hair colors, Kardashian can be seen relaxing in pajamas on her bed, sporting wet shoulder-length hair that’s completely extension-free. It’s a major contrast to her usual long luscious locks, showing just how much her hair has been through over the years.
Behind every iconic Kim K hairstyle is the mastermind, Chris Appleton. As Kim K’s full-time hairstylist and a creative director for Color Wow Hair, and a go-to for many other A-list clients, Chris Appleton is the genius responsible for many of Kim’s most memorable looks. Now, let’s dive into our favorite 27 Kim Kardashian hairstyles:
The reality TV star and her hairstylist, Chris Appleton, opted for icy white waves with visible brown roots and a loose fishtail braid at the end. Appleton used the Color Wow Money Mist Leave-In Conditioner and Dream Coat Curly for a sleek, frizz-free look before going in with the Shark Flexstyle Curl Defining Diffuser. Her subtle waves were sealed with the Color Wow Texturizing Spray to complete.
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For her appearance at the Disney Upfronts in NYC, Kim turned heads with what Appleton cleverly dubbed the “Babewatch” updo. Her platinum locks were piled high in a messy yet chic bun, framing her face with wispy curtain bangs. It’s a first for Kim, who typically isn’t on team bangs. Talk about a style shake-up!
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The 43-year-old reality star shocked fans at the Homeboy Industries’ 2024 Lo Maximo Awards and Fundraising Gala in Los Angeles, flaunting her freshly dyed platinum blonde hair paired with edgy dark roots. Chris Appleton dubbed the shade “ice kimmy” and revealed the meticulous process behind the transformation.
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Kim broke the internet with a daring lilac pink micro bob, the shortest we’ve seen her hair yet. With dark roots adding a touch of edgy sophistication, this bold hairstyle showcased Kim’s fearless approach to hair experimentation.
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On October 29, the SKIMS founder revealed her Halloween costume, which included a warm shade of bleach blonde. Kim K’s hair, almost certainly a wig, was done so masterfully it appeared to grow right out of her scalp, styled in a dramatic side part with bouncy volume.
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Flashback to December 1, 2023, when Kim first unveiled her pin-straight honey blonde mane. This time, it was a slightly darker shade with more dimension and a subtle transition from roots to tips.
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Kardashian dropped jaws with her luscious caramel honey blonde locks. Her waist-length hair cascaded in soft beach waves, kissed by the sun, and boasting an edgy texture. This mesmerizing honey blonde hue was the work of Ash K Holm.
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At the 2024 Vanity Fair Oscar Party, Kardashian wore her dark hair in loose waves with a long, retro-inspired swept bang that covered her eye – Old Hollywood glamour at its best.
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At the 2022 Baby2Baby Gala, Kim sported a slicked-back platinum blonde bun with a sliver pin-straight strand of hair framing her face.
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At the 2023 CFDA Awards, Kim perfected the messy bun look, pinning her dark, wavy locks into a high updo.
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Kim’s high and sleek ponytail for glam shoot back in 2023 was everything a ponytail should be – slicked back without a single strand of hair sticking out and a high shine finish.
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At the 2022 CFDA Awards, Kim went for a side part and slicked her platinum blonde hair with dark roots back for a wet look.
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For a bit, Kim kept her hair almost black and long with an addition of wispy bangs – a fun yet chic look that we all loved. Styled in soft waves, the hairstyle combined with shiny fuchsia dress was giving major Bratz doll vibes.
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Kim K casually strolled through the streets of Milan with this ’60s inspired look featuring icy blonde hair styled in a classic blowout with slightly curved-out ends.
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Seems like this hairstyle was quite a piece of work, with front face-framing layers and tousled voluminous updo, but looked so stunning and sophisticated. We’re giving Chris Appleton a round of applause for this one. Très chic!
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This gorgeous ‘90s supermodel brunette bouncy bubble bob with longer front and twisted ends was a standout look for Kim – it was a change from her usual length, and the shape of bob suited her face and bone structure so well.
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This silvery platinum blonde bob grazes Kim’s shoulders with slightly curved inwards ends. It is a blunt bob cut with one length – no layers, no bangs. Simple yet stunning!
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This beige warm blonde color with twisted ends and dyed brows for a SKIMS campaign was so different and unexpectedly flattering. Bleached brows were a perfect addition to the hair color and a finishing touch for the overall look.
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At the 2018 Met Gala, Kim wore her hair in a sleek half-up half-down high ponytail. Kind of Ariana Grande coded.
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For her wedding, Kim chose to go simple and chic. She wore her hair all the way down with a center part and subtle waves – a timeless classic. Paired with a sheer long veil, the hairstyle wasn’t too overbearing and looked absolutely stunning.
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Back in 2011, Kim has experimented with light chestnut brown hair with blonde highlights, and it was so good! This shade had softened her features and was a subtle yet noticeable change from her signature deep brown hair.
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Kim went bright red with the help of Chris Appleton, leaving an inch of natural color at the root for a maintenance-minded look. If there is a color we didn’t expect from Kim – this is the one. The hair was styled in a high bun with sleek front strands.
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This sleek and perfect middle part paired with a long braid was another look for Kim that we absolutely loved.
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Kim was spotted in a full Balenciaga look with her hair braided in two long pigtail braids with a cap on top.Casual, fun, and stylish – major vibes for a lazy weekend stroll.
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At the 2024 Breakthrough Prize Ceremony, Kim revisited her favorite millennial side part with a wet hairstyle, which she also loves.
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At the 2023 Met Gala, Kim’s swirly high knot paired with her signature brunette color gave an updo a regal and elegant finish.
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At the 2017 LACMA Art + Film Gala, Kim debuted her gorgeous ash blonde hair which styled in loose waves by Chris Appleton.
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Kim Kardashian’s hairstyles are a true example of versatility and boldness. They’re so masterfully done that she looks gorgeous with any color, cut, and shape. Whether it’s her signature brunette locks, honey blonde, platinum and silvery shades, extensions or bob, a messy bun or an elegant updo, full on Hollywood glamour or a casual look – Kim is a force to recon in a fashion and beauty world, and a hair icon of our age, for sure.
Doesn’t matter you’re looking to make a drastic change or just find some new inspiration for your next outing – Kim’s looks offer plenty of ideas.
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