Kim Kardashian's Skims Butt Padding Is Dividing the Internet — Shop Here
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Skims went from an idea to an award-winning intimates and loungewear brand. Founded by Kim Kardashian and Jens Grede in 2019, the company was valued at $4 billion in July 2023, according to Forbes. Whether or not shoppers are Kardashian fans, the brand still seems to have go-to collections that continuously sell out. And the latest iteration is "The Ultimate Butt" drop featuring shorts, leggings, and bodysuits with built-in butt pads. Almost as soon as Kardashian announced the new collection on Instagram, fans responded with strong opinions, some praising the campaign rollout ("The marketing is simply genius," one commenter wrote) and others questioning how the shapewear will fare IRL ("and then you take it off to hook up and then what," one critic posted). No matter where you fall on the butt-padding debate, you can't ignore the numbers: most of the drop is already sold out.
Some other favorites from Skims? The Skims Fits Everybody line is made with a signature stretch fabric that truly is butter-soft (in fact, I'm wearing the classic thong right now and I describe it as feeling like "nothing." In other words, it's a second skin). The Soft Lounge launch gave way to everyone's favorite long slip dress, which most people attest to be the most flattering body-conscious piece they own. And the Seamless Sculpt range provides every piece of shapewear you could possibly imagine layering underneath that slightly skin-revealing look you've been trying to figure out how to style. And then there's the nipple push-up bra that turns heads whenever I wear it and is a major bestseller. It should come as no surprise that you can now shop these pieces in person.
Of course, Skims has been most notably praised for its sizing (XXS-4X) and incredible assortment of nude shades to complement skin tones. Its adaptive products feature added hook and eye closures and front clasps for accessibility, though the brand is overdue for introducing more styles. Nevertheless, if you're new to shopping Skims, we highly recommend you start with the top-rated picks that most folks rave about on social — and the below assortment is it.
Ahead, read up on the Skims bestsellers, and decide where to shop based on your color and size preferences. Skims is available online at skims.com, Nordstrom, Saks Fifth Avenue, Net-a-Porter, Ssense, and more.
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Skims Bestselling Butt Enhancing Bodysuit
Skims Body Butt Enhancing Open Bust Padded Bodysuit ($88)
A standout in the Skims's new "The Ultimate Butt" drop, this bodysuit boasts butt pads that claim to deliver about two extra inches of volume to your backside. It lands at the mid-thigh, features mid-level compression fabric, and an open bust neckline to accommodate your bra. The new butt-padded collection also includes leggings and shorts — and it nearly sold out on the Skims website almost immediately after launch.
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Skims Bestselling Thong
Skims Fits Everybody Thong ($18)
This Fits Everybody silhouette comes in a handful of different shades and is made from the stretch fabric that everyone loves. For comfort purposes, there's a cotton gusset built in, and the low-rise means you can adjust it to wear with a bottom that hangs from your hips.
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Skims Bestselling Bralette
Skims Fits Everybody Scoop Bralette ($34)
If you're not much of a lined bra person, this scoop bralette will be right up your alley. This bronze shade is currently marked down, but there are plenty more colors to choose from. It boasts the same buttery-soft fabric as the rest of the Fits Everybody collection, and there are adjustable straps if you want to customize the height and fit of the design.
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Skims Bestselling Swimsuit
Skims Signature Swim Plunge Bikini Top ($17, originally $42) and Skims Signature Swim Mid Waist Bottom ($15, originally $38)
There's never a time when this two-piece won't feel perfectly flirty and sporty at the same time. The deep plunge top features the Skims logo on the underband (which gives it its flair and underwear-like appeal), and the matching bottom is high-cut to elongate your legs. The medium coverage makes it a perfect suit for many different people — especially those that don't feel entirely comfortable in something high-cut.
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Skims Bestselling Boxers
Skims Stretch Cotton Rib Boxer ($22-$36, originally $36)
These bestselling boxer shorts were recently released in new, limited edition colors that are worth checking out, but we think they're so popular mostly for their sporty silhouette, boyfriend-inspired topstitching, and soft waistband that doesn't dig in. The coolest move is to wear them to bed with the matching bralette ($18-$36, originally $36).
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Skims Bestselling Tank
Skims Cotton Rib Tank ($38)
Just like a tee, it's hard to find the right tank top that fits your shape to your personal preference — there are a lot of different options out there. This top-seller has earned 4.5 stars with its 3,600+ reviews, and there are new limited edition colors to shop, including this flashy sugar pink. The breathable ribbed cotton material is stretchy enough to be comfortable and flattering, but not restricting. If you're not much for the crop, there's a longer length ($38), but the shorter iteration is most popular.
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Skims Bestselling Shorts
Skims Seamless Sculpt Mid Thigh Short ($38)
These mid-thigh bike shorts come with compression for sculpting purposes from top to bottom — including the tummy area. There's added compression along the back thighs for a "lift" with round butt pockets for definition. You've probably seen folks on TikTok marveling over the look of their butts once they slip these on. The most trustworthy detail is lesser-known, but essential for comfort: there's built-in silicone in the waistband to prevent rolling.
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Skims Bestselling Loungewear
Skims Cotton Fleece Classic Hoodie ($80) and Skims Cotton Fleece Jogger ($74)
Skims has launched plenty of loungewear through the years, but the bestsellers are the most classic silhouettes. The brand's signature super-soft fleece comprises this set, which would team well with your favorite pair of sneakers, a shoulder bag, and sunglasses for a day of running errands. The ribbed waistband and cuffs are a subtle detail that provide just a touch more polish.
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Skims Bestselling Dress
Skims Fits Everybody Long Slipdress ($40, originally $80)
I personally have heard many friends attest to how flattering this slip dress is, and it's double-lined, which helps with that secure, snatched feel. With a scoop neckline and adjustable straps, you should have no problem adjusting the look to your liking or layering with it if that's more your vibe.
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Skims Bestselling T-Shirt
Skims Fits Everybody T-Shirt ($48)
In theory, the idea of a T-shirt is simple, but for many of us, it's a topic to be explored and widely discussed. The perfect fit is hard to come by, but this one has a second skin feel that's meant to mold to your body. The neckline is a classic crew cut, and, like most Skims products, the color range is extensive, with eight different options on the site. The innovative fabric makes this tee super-stretchy, too. "First time I've ever worn a t shirt with these kind of sleeves and not once had any sort of sweat stain! Color me impressed," one reviewer wrote.
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Skims Bestselling Bodysuit
Skims Seamless Sculpt Thong Bodysuit ($70)
Skims refers to this product as "the internet's favorite sculpting bodysuit" because it's packed with compression at the core and waist, as well as ruching at the bust that makes for a naturally lifted fit. As you probably prefer (I know I do), there's a snap closure at the gusset and the crotch area is described as wide, for anyone nervous about flimsy coverage. You can shop it in five shades at Nordstrom, and 12 tones that veer on the neutral side at skims.com.
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Skims Bestselling Bra
Skims Fits Everybody T-Shirt Bra ($54)
The Skims Fits Everybody Bra comes in seven different neutral shades on Nordstrom's site, but a total of 11 on skims.com, including two limited edition colors. The silhouette is so popular because it's "buttery-soft," as it's described and is built with a stretchy polyamide and elastane blend that expands 360 degrees. Another big perk? The underwire doesn't dig, so you can expect all-day comfort. Reviews mostly highlight the range of neutral shades to match many different skin tones, as well as the bra's overall durability.
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Sarah Wasilak (she/her) is the associate director of Shopping at PS. With plenty of experience in the commerce market, a keen interest in SEO, and 10 years as an editor at the brand, she enjoys writing across the lifestyle and health-and-fitness categories. She has bylines at PS, InStyle, Elle, Refinery29, Who What Wear, Elite Daily, Byrdie, and The Quality Edit and aims to amplify minority voices in all her work.