Reality television star and entrepreneur Kim Kardashian has reflected on her lifelong passion for fashion and addressed lingering public narratives about her personal life — including the infamous so-called “Kardashian curse.”
In a recent Instagram post, the SKIMS founder shared a nostalgic photograph from her teenage years, revealing that her love for designer labels began early. The 44-year-old reality star recalled wearing her mother’s black Alaïa dress and Revlon Rum Raisin lipstick to a friend’s Bat Mitzvah in 1993, describing the moment as one where she felt “the coolest.” Kardashian noted that her interest in luxury fashion has remained consistent throughout her career, from red carpets such as the Met Gala to high-profile events including the SNL 50th Anniversary and the White House Correspondents’ Dinner.
During a candid conversation on the Call Her Daddy podcast, Kardashian also addressed the persistent “Kardashian curse” theory, dismissing it as a sexist and baseless narrative that unfairly blames women for the personal or professional challenges of their former partners. “It’s really unfair to say that women are the problem when it comes to issues our exes might be dealing with,” she stated. Rather than a curse, Kardashian suggested that many of her family’s former partners experienced significant career highs during their relationships.
Turning to her own romantic history, Kardashian reflected on the emotional toll of her nine-year marriage to rapper Kanye West, acknowledging that their relationship eventually became “toxic.” She shared that she initially admired West’s intellect and creativity but struggled as his mental health challenges worsened. “When someone isn’t willing to make changes that would’ve been super healthy and beneficial, it becomes hard to stay in something that’s not good for you,” she explained.
Kardashian — who shares four children with West: North, Saint, Chicago, and Psalm — emphasized that her decision to leave the marriage was ultimately about preserving her well-being and setting a positive example for her children. “I had to save myself in order to be a better mom,” she said, adding that she hopes her children will one day understand her decision.
She also cited ongoing public scrutiny and West’s repeated criticism of her family as contributing factors in the breakdown of the marriage. “There was a lot I just wouldn’t deal with — especially the public airing of personal matters and the disrespect toward my family,” she stated.
The remarks come as Kardashian continues to expand her business empire and maintain her position as one of the most influential figures in fashion, beauty, and entertainment — a legacy she insists has been built on resilience, reinvention, and self-belief rather than superstition.#newsafro_
