Known for its revolutionary underwear, loungewear and shapewear, Kim Kardashian’s label Skims is now available to shop in Ireland at Brown Thomas Dublin and online. What’s worth buying? Discover our top picks …
Shapewear is trending again. In fact, it’s so cool, it’s replaced actual clothing. There’s a new crop of do-it-all pieces that lift your butt, sculpt your core, support your bust – some even claim to help your posture. These “fashion foundations” are not just mere underwear, there to support your outfit like shapewear past: they are your outfit. Asymmetric tops, midi-skirts, slip dresses: what’s now is a hybrid of shapewear and ready-to-wear – pieces that can be worn underneath your clothes, or on their own.
Where do you wear them? Everywhere. Under your best party dress, to the office, out to lunch. Bodysuits offer seamless coverage under trousers by day and take centre stage for after-dark dressing. The smart way to trial the trend is all about nuance. Contrast the look with masculine elements and oversized shapes. For instance, a bodysuit under a boxy blazer is our kind of juxtaposition.
It’s aptly timed as a new crop of collections ups the shapewear game. Skims: Kim Kardashian’s label that specialises in outerwear with in-built shaping technology has struck gold (in less than four years, it’s estimated to be worth $3.2 billion). And Skims has just arrived in Ireland at Brown Thomas Dublin and online at brownthomas.com meaning you can get your hands on all of the brand’s key styles – and importantly, try them on. When it comes to shapewear, we know that fit can be a bit of a minefield, and while Skims ranges from XXS to XXXL in many styles it can be difficult to know which size to choose, so the option to try on in store is beneficial. Shop our top picks below and see the full edit in store at Brown Thomas Dublin …
