Venice, Italy — June 28, 2025
What was meant to be the wedding of the century quickly turned into a spectacle of self-promotion, and at the center of the storm? None other than Kim Kardashian, who left jaws dropping and cameras flashing with a bold SKIMS bikini stunt that’s overshadowing even Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s $20 million wedding extravaganza.
A-Listers, Opera, and… Kim’s Bikini?
Held on the breathtaking island of San Giorgio Maggiore, the Bezos wedding was pure opulence — think Gospel choirs, trumpets, and a Venice-wide lockdown for privacy. Celebrity guests including Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Brady, Oprah, and Orlando Bloom gathered for a lavish multi-day affair designed to rival royal weddings.
Even the Kardashian-Jenner crew showed up in full force: Khloe, Kendall, Kylie, and matriarch Kris Jenner were all spotted floating between the Aman Hotel and candlelit parties.
But amid the violins and couture gowns, one guest seemed to make the entire event her own — Kim Kardashian.
From Guest to Main Character
While most guests quietly enjoyed the affair, Kim appeared more focused on the glow of her phone screen than the ceremony itself. Sources say she was constantly seen snapping selfies, orchestrating solo photo shoots, and checking her angles — all while surrounded by A-list royalty and luxury beyond measure.
Then came the moment that sent the internet into overdrive: Kim posted racy bikini photos from the venue, complete with an impromptu SKIMS promotion.
The barely-there animal print bikini, posted mid-ceremony, wasn’t just out of place — it was seen as a bold play to steal the spotlight from the bride, the groom, and, well… everyone else.
“Keeping It Klassy” or Just Cringe?
Social media exploded with mixed reactions:
“The obvious attention-seeking is really off-putting.”
“Why is she cosplaying Bianca Censori?” one user wrote, referencing Kanye West’s current wife and her risqué style.
“I like Kim, but this screams ‘money can’t buy class.’”
Others called her out for promoting SKIMS and allegedly still supporting brands like Balenciaga, which has faced heavy controversy in recent years.
Despite the backlash, some fans dubbed her the “content queen,” praising her hustle — even if it meant hijacking one of the most expensive weddings in modern history.
Meanwhile… The Actual Wedding Was Insane
The wedding itself spared no expense. Guests were greeted by choirs and live musicians. Matteo Bocelli, son of the legendary Andrea Bocelli, sang Elvis Presley’s “Can’t Help Falling in Love” to a teary-eyed Lauren Sánchez, who stunned in a custom Dior suit earlier in the day before slipping into a $100,000 embroidered gown.
Jeff and Lauren had already tied the knot legally earlier in the week, but this was the big celebration — complete with venue takeovers, thunderstorm drama, and candlelit dinners in ancient cloisters. Entire sections of Venice were off-limits to the public, just to accommodate the billionaire’s vision.
The Bigger Question
As Kim’s viral bikini posts continue to trend, one question hangs in the air: Was this a calculated PR move, or just another moment of Kim being Kim?
Whatever the answer, she succeeded in doing what very few could — pulling focus away from a billionaire’s wedding that cost more than most Hollywood blockbusters.
Love it or loathe it, Kim Kardashian once again proved she knows exactly how to make herself the headline — no matter whose party it is.