Kim Kardashian recently gave fans a peek behind the scenes of her wardrobe tricks, sharing her go-to solutions for wearing plunging outfits while still feeling supported and confident. On Wednesday, December 17, the 45-year-old reality star and Skims founder took to Instagram to demonstrate how her shapewear works, explaining when she relies on fashion tape and when she prefers her Skims bodysuits for an extra lift.
“I have found my absolute favorite hack in the entire world,” Kardashian began, speaking directly to her followers. “And that is creating a Skims shapewear bodysuit that allows you to look like you’re not wearing a bra, and that you’re essentially naked underneath.” She emphasized that, while she loves the illusion of going braless, she still needs a certain amount of hold and structure to feel comfortable throughout the day.
Kardashian reflected on her past experiences with fashion tape, which many celebrities turn to for tricky outfits. “I need to feel comfortable, and I used to use the tape,” she admitted. “I use tape when you can’t see the rest.” She gestured toward her back, explaining that if the tape isn’t visible through the clothing, it can be a practical solution for low-cut tops. “There’s definitely a time and a place for it,” she added, clarifying that tape is ideal when coverage is sufficient elsewhere.
However, for moments when she wants a seamless and secure fit without visible tape, Kardashian stressed the value of a shapewear bodysuit. “If everything else is covered, you need a bodysuit!” she exclaimed. To show her fans exactly what she meant, Kardashian unbuttoned her top to reveal a flesh-toned Skims bodysuit. The design featured a deep plunge, halter straps, and versatile back options. “The back can go in so many different ways. It can go straight like a tank top, but I like the halter because it just holds me up really well,” she explained.
Kardashian didn’t stop at just showing one outfit. She changed from a satin top with cape sleeves, paired with a sage green skirt featuring a thigh-high slit and fishnet stockings, to demonstrate the bodysuit under another look. “It’s kind of sheer, so I don’t want to tape up because then you’ll see the tape,” she explained as she slipped into a black dress with a cutout over the bust, long sleeves, and a fitted, semi-sheer skirt. After adjusting the bodysuit, she smiled at the camera and said, “There we have it. It looks like my boobs are perfectly sitting the way I want.”
Kardashian praised the bodysuit as a gamechanger. “This is tape in a bodysuit,” she said. “It looks like I naturally have perfect boobs.” She captioned the post on Instagram, “My favorite bodysuit from @skims,” sparking a wave of excitement among her followers and celebrity friends. Comments flooded in, with Olivia Pierson writing, “Best bodysuit out there!!! 😍🔥,” while Amanda Hirsch called it “Perfection.” Other fans shared their enthusiasm, saying things like, “I’m so glad y’all finally did this because I’ve been NEEDING it!!!” and “I’m buying it now.”
Kim Kardashian has long been at the forefront of shapewear innovation. She first introduced Skims body tape in 2019, describing it as a solution to the discomfort she experienced with traditional fashion tape. “We are launching boob tape in three different shades of nude,” she said at the time via Instagram. “When I started using tape, I would use a gaffer’s tape, which obviously was super uncomfortable. But this material is super soft and super stretchy, but not too stretchy, because you want it to hold.”
The Skims tape quickly became a fan favorite due to its skin-friendly design. “This material is amazing to wear. It doesn’t rip off your skin like gaffer’s tape used to do,” she explained. Kardashian revealed that prior to this innovation, she sometimes experienced “scabs and burns” from using traditional tape. Her commitment to creating solutions that are both practical and comfortable reflects her focus on making lingerie and shapewear accessible and wearable for real life, not just red-carpet appearances.
Interestingly, Kardashian’s experimentation with unconventional solutions goes back more than a decade. In 2008, she even shared photos of herself using duct tape to achieve a lifted look before switching to more skin-friendly alternatives. Over the years, her approach has evolved, combining clever hacks like fashion tape with the technological design of Skims bodysuits to create outfits that are both flattering and functional.
Through her Instagram demonstration, Kardashian not only offered a glimpse into her personal styling secrets but also highlighted how her Skims collection continues to solve real fashion dilemmas for women everywhere. From plunging necklines to sheer and cutout designs, the right shapewear, or strategic use of fashion tape, can make all the difference in achieving a polished, confident look.