From RICHES to RESPONSES: North West’s Bling Buzz and Kim K’s CONUNDRUM
From RICHES to RESPONSES: North West’s Bling Buzz and Kim K’s CONUNDRUM
Dazzling Display or Disturbing Trend?
North West, the 10-year-old daughter of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West, has always been in the spotlight, but her latest appearance on Instagram has sent her fans into a frenzy. Dressed in a dazzling array of diamond jewelry, she posed for a photo that her mother, Kim,
proudly posted for her 364 million followers. The picture showed North with not just a diamond necklace and bracelets but also face piercings adorned with sparkling stones. Kim’s caption, “Stylist of the year,” reflected her adoration for her daughter’s fashion sense, but the response from the public was anything but unanimous.
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The Divided Fame
The photo divided Kim’s vast audience. While some embraced North’s creativity and bold fashion statement, others were appalled, suggesting that at her young age, North should not be showcased in such an opulent manner. Criticisms ranged from concerns about the
appropriateness of a 10-year-old dripping in diamonds to deeper reflections on inequality and Kim’s own past experiences with robberies. Discussions ensued about whether the jewelry was real or just costume pieces, with some fans recalling Kim’s traumatic experience of being robbed at gunpoint in Paris and her subsequent disinterest in flaunting expensive pieces.
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A Reflection of Trauma and Trends
Fans couldn’t help but juxtapose the image with Kim’s past confessions about her changed relationship with jewelry following the Paris robbery. Despite stating she had given up on jewelry, Kim’s showcasing of North in diamonds raised questions about whether she had
overcome her trauma or if this was simply a new wave of sensationalism. Perhaps they were just accessories for play, but the image unquestionably echoed a reminiscent sensitivity to the riches that once made Kim a target.
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The Rise of a Young Influencer
North is no stranger to fame and social media. Her presence online, especially on TikTok, where she shares an account with her mother (@kimandnorth), has been nothing short of meteoric. Renowned for her playful dress-ups and makeup tutorials, North’s following soared by
700,000 in just one month. Quickly becoming a trendsetter on the platform, she stands on the cusp of launching her debut album, “Elementary School Drop Out,” only adding to the supreme anticipation among her fans.
Calculating the Cost of Stardom
Amidst this latest diamond studded controversy, Viralyft’s research reveals the hard numbers behind North’s skyrocketing popularity.
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With 18.8 million followers on TikTok, using tools like Social Blade, it’s predicted that North could earn a staggering $30,134.75 per video. As the mini-me to the fame and fortune of Kim Kardashian, North’s every post, whether sparkling with diamonds or simply showing off a makeup tutorial, reflects the undeniable power that comes with being a young icon in the world of celebrity and social media.
