In the latest episode of the reality show The Kardashians, which aired on March 20, Kim Kardashian opened up about her bridal fashion evolution and her past marriages, including a candid reflection on her first wedding to Damon Thomas.
The 44-year-old SKIMS founder reminisced about her Las Vegas elopement in 2000 with music producer Thomas, who was nearly ten years her senior. "My first wedding, I wore leather capris with a leather halter top with no back and big Prada wedges. It was so cute," she recalled, capturing the youthful spirit of the early 2000s. At just 19 years old, Kardashian described being in her 'wild phase' at the time, which she noted included taking ecstasy for the first time during the ceremony. The couple divorced just three years later in 2004.
Kardashian's taste transitioned dramatically when she married NBA player Kris Humphries in 2011 at a private estate. For this moment, she donned a luxurious Vera Wang ball gown, yearning for a princess vibe. Reflecting on that day, she said, "I wanted a princess vibe because I was like, when else will I ever do this?" Unfortunately, that marriage lasted only 72 days, a fact Kardashian knows all too well by now.
She also touched on her third marriage to rapper Kanye West, which culminated in a much-publicized divorce in 2020 after six years. For their nuptials in Florence, Kardashian chose a stunning Givenchy gown designed by Riccardo Tisci, though she admitted to staying relatively quiet about the details of that dress. This lack of detail speaks to the nature of her evolving personal narrative as she balances her past with her present.
Certainly, Kardashian's engagement rings have been a standout subject of discussion this season as well. In an episode aired earlier on March 13, she reflected on the significance of her various rings during a trip to Mumbai, India. "I wonder what my next ring shape will be?" she mused, hinting at the potential for a fourth wedding. Her first ring from Thomas was a 12-carat cushion-cut diamond, which she still possesses. However, she plans to pass down the Lorraine Schwartz 15-carat cushion-cut diamond ring from West to her daughter, North, who is now 11 years old. "And so that one I’m going to give to Northie because she was with me when I got engaged," Kardashian shared with excitement.
Meanwhile, during her marriage to Humphries, Kardashian noted, "he paid a fifth [of the cost]" for a $400,000 custom Lorraine Schwartz 18-carat ring. "I didn’t keep it," she revealed, explaining that she had to return the ring during her divorce proceedings because, at the time, she was pregnant with North. This statement emphasizes not only Kardashian's complex relationships but also the financial aspects tied to her high-profile life.
As Kardashian's story continues to unfold, her open discussions about her past experiences with love, marriage, and fashion highlight the intricacies of her life. Her retrospective insights offer a unique glimpse into how her style and perspective on relationships have evolved over the years.
Amidst her personal revelations, Kardashian is currently navigating the turbulent waters of co-parenting with her ex-husband Kanye West. Recently, West has taken to social media, reportedly declaring "war" on Kardashian regarding their daughter North’s trademark, which adds a layer of complexity to her life as a public figure.
As she contemplates further commitments and future engagements, Kardashian's journey showcases a dramatic transformation from her wild youth to a more reflective stage in her life, blending the past with future possibilities. The desire for a fourth marriage and the memories of her iconic wedding dresses connect to a broader narrative of growth and resilience.
In the end, Kardashian's evolution manifests not only in her fashion choices but also in her approach to relationships and motherhood, making her story deeply relatable to many who seek love, stability, and identity.
