Kim Kardashian's SKIMS: Fashion Editors Weigh In on Value and Top Picks

Kim Kardashian's SKIMS brand, known for its shapewear, underwear, and loungewear, continues to gain popularity, with its first UK flagship store opening on London's Regent Street and plans for a second location in Westfield London by early 2027. The brand has also seen success with limited-edition collaborations.

Despite price points starting at £22 for a thong and exceeding £100 for some sculpting items, fashion editors from YOU Magazine assert that SKIMS products are worth the investment. Several editors have owned and consistently used SKIMS pieces for years, citing their durability and performance.

Editor-Approved SKIMS Essentials

Among the top recommendations are the SKIMS Fits Everybody Triangle Bralette (£36), described as a comfortable, barely-there bra suitable for lounging or travel, and the SKIMS Soft Lounge Sleep Set (£136). This two-piece pajama set, featuring a menswear-inspired top and elasticated trousers, is praised for its soft, wrinkle-resistant ribbed fabric and its ability to make the wearer feel put-together.

The SKIMS Soft Smoothing Seamless Thong (£22) is highlighted for its comfort and seamless finish, making it an ideal everyday underwear choice that holds up well to repeated washing. For strapless options, the SKIMS Fits Everybody Bandeau (£36) is recommended for its support and comfort, eliminating the need for constant adjustments.

Versatility is a key feature of the SKIMS Soft Lounge Long Slip Dress (£94), which editors call flattering, comfortable, and adaptable for various occasions. The SKIMS Seamless Sculpt Thong Bodysuit (£84) and the SKIMS Body Core Sculpt Plunge Thong Bodysuit (£104) are both lauded for their ability to create a smooth silhouette under different outfits, from evening dresses to casual jeans-and-T-shirt combinations. The latter is considered by one editor to be one of the best underwear investments made.

In activewear, the NikeSKIMS Studio Stretch 17-inch Capri Legging (£98) is suggested for those interested in the capri trend, praised for its balanced proportions. Another essential for seamlessness is the SKIMS Naked Dipped Thong (£22), noted for its invisibility under various clothing types and its shape retention after washing.

For shapewear, the SKIMS Seamless Sculpt Mid Thigh Short (£48) is recommended for its supportive fit without showing through lighter fabrics, addressing common issues of rolling legs or insufficient support found in other brands. Similarly, the SKIMS Seamless Sculpt Mid Thigh Bodysuit (£84) is praised for its robust fabric, supportive fit that can improve posture, and a silky finish that allows it to be worn as outerwear.