Kardashian Fans Don’t Think Kim Will Be Remembered As A ‘Timeless Icon’
Kim Kardashian of The Kardashians may have worn Marilyn Monroe's dress to the 2022 Met Gala, but fans do not believe she will be remembered as a timeless icon. Kim caused quite the controversy when she borrowed the Gentlemen Prefer Blondes actress' 1962 gown for the New York City fashion event. Marilyn originally wore the dress when she sang Happy Birthday to former president John F. Kennedy, but the dress was in the possession of the Ripley's Believe It or Not in Orlando, Florida, when The Kardashians star was granted permission to wear it. Unfortunately, Marilyn Monroe fans and fashion conservationists were in an uproar when Kim wore the dress.
There were many debates about Kim wearing the dress, while many argued it was disrespectful, others believe Kim is the Marilyn of the 21st century. Both women were known for unapologetically expressing their sexuality and embracing their curvy figures. However, others felt comparing Kim to the 50s icon was insulting and undercut all the tribulations Marilyn faced. As many know, the SKIMS founder was raised by wealthy parents in Beverly Hills, while Marilyn was passed around from orphanages to foster homes throughout her life and had to work her way to the top.
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While fashionista Kim may have felt just like a Hollywood icon the night of the Met Gala, fans do not believe she will leave behind a legacy that is as revered as Marilyn's. "Kim isn't a timeless icon," Reddit user singinggirl28 wrote, elaborating that the star hasn't had a legendary career like other Hollywood icons have. The user continued, "I don't think anyone's going to remember Kim the way people remember Marilyn Monroe or Audrey Hepburn. They were timeless
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