Who doesn’t want to dress like a Kardashian?
They’re among the most stylish families on the planet, with legions of fans hungrily eyeballing their every red carpet moment, social media post and TV show to pinch style cues.
It doesn’t matter who you’re picking as your fighter - Kim, Khloe, Kourt, Kendall, Kylie, even momager Kris. The Kardashians act as the human equivalent of windsocks that indicate which way the fashion winds are blowing for millions. With such a captive audience, any apparel venture was always destined to do well.
Need cold, hard proof? Just look at SKIMS, Kim K’s shape and loungewear label which launched back in 2019 and in just a few short years, has established itself as one of the best in the market.
Aside from a great selection of cuts for everything from occasionwear and slumping in front of the telly to poolside glamour, the range is famously inclusive, on both a sizing (up to 5XL and using plus size models) and skin tone front. There are ten variations of nude from sand as the lightest to onyx at the darkest end of the spectrum. SKIMS has been lauded for awesome fits across body shapes, superior comfort and excellent support where necessary.
It passes the hype check, but the unfortunate knock-on of all this praise is that it’s routinely out of stock. Pieces are snatched up as soon as a new drop hits, which means many are left disappointed, clutching empty online baskets.
Then there’s the price. As undeniably comfy and effective as the pieces are, they’re not exactly on the budget end of the scale; most SKIMS shapewear fall somewhere around or north of £50.
Whether you’re out of luck or out of funds, there are other places to seek out the SKIMS aesthetic - if you know where to go.
We’ve found the best copycats to spend your money on.
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Honeylove Every Event Bundle
Dupe of: SKIMS Sculpting V-neck stretch-woven body, £72
Honeylove has seen the brief and answered it completely, coming up with this SKIMS-esque bundle that will see you through any fashion emergency.
Comprising a SuperPower Short (sizes to 3X), a Queen Brief (sizes to 3X) and a Cami Bodysuit (sizes to 4X) there are plenty of options to wear under your #OOTD.
Don’t like the look of all beige? The bundle comes in variations of all black, beige/black mix, beige/white mix and plenty of other colour combinations in between. The Cami Bodysuit also comes in a petite option as well as regular.
Buy now £234.00, Honeylove
Free People Everyday Bikeshort Romper
Dupe of: SKIMS Ribbed stretch-cotton jersey playsuit, £76
Rivalling a dress in its lazy ability to be a complete outfit in one piece, SKIMS stocks a range of loungewear that’s perfect for casual weekend plans and post-workout wear. Free People has a version with a slightly longer leg made from ribbed nylon with enough stretch to ensure a glove-like fit.
Buy now £38.00, Free People
Maidenform Firm Foundations Waist Nipper Brief - Nude
Dupe of: SKIMS Waist Trainer, £68
Yes, a corset - but not as you know it. Maidenform’s briefs offer the whittled waist of your dreams, using mesh panels and boning to give your midsection definition - very similar to the SKIMS famous waist trainer.
Maidenform’s high waist pant comes with extra reinforcements yet won’t leave you feeling smooshed.
Not only is it easy to slip into, but it will banish crackly static too. It’s helpful for streamlining midsections as well as love handles, a fine option for those who aren’t sold on the idea of an all-in-one bodysuit. Also available in nude for lighter bridal outfits.
Buy now £46.00, Very
Commando Butter Stretch-Micro Modal bra
Dupe of: SKIMS Fits Everybody Scoop-Neck Bralette, £34
Soft bras are perfect to wear when you’re laying about at home or want something unrestrictive to wear over the weekend. Commando has an excellent line in stretchy yet supportive lounge and underwear, including this longline modal version. The buttery soft fabric sits beautifully against the skin and offers a medium level of support, which is thanks to the four-way stretch. Available in XS - XL.
Buy now £65.00, Net-A-Porter
TALA 365 Racerback Bodycon Maxi Dress - Sand
Dupe of: SKIMS Soft Lounge stretch-jersey nightdress, £60
An excellent base to dress up or down, TALA’s maxi is enough to give the SKIMS version a run for its money. It’s made from soft, breathable Modal cotton with just enough stretch to wrap flatteringly around curves. It comes in sizes 2XS - 2XL and in two shades of brown as well as black.
Buy now £18.40, TALA
Monki Maxi Slip Dress
Dupe of: SKIMS Long Slip Dress, £80
Accentuate your figure in a sculpting maxi dress to suit a number of occasions. From mooching around the house to dolling up for evening dos, Monki’s black maxi is the perfect blank canvas to style as you wish.
Buy now £29.99, Monki
Intermissimi Seamless Supima Cotton Shorts
Dupe of: SKIMS Seamless Sculpt Sculpting Mid Thigh shorts, £38
Summer is great but when temperatures hot up, curvy girls know that’s when the chafe sets in. While SKIMS’s high waisted shorts have lightweight fabric to cover the sensitive tops of your thighs, Intermissimi shorts do a similar thing for less.
Made from a soft cotton to keep you cool and comfortable all day long. Bonus points for the silhouette slimming effect given by the high waist lightweight construction.
Buy now £24.00, Snag Tights
Commando Classic Control Microfibre Thong
Dupe of: SKIMS Seamless Sculpt Mid-Waist Briefs, £32
Nothing wrecks a great dress like VPL, a fact we’re sure Kim K knows only too well.
There isn’t much difference in price between SKIM’s seamless undies and Commando’s microfibre thong but if you’re looking for unbroken lines under your outfit, it’s a great option if Kardashians’s version is sold out.
The slip-on thong keeps everything cool and breathable, making it perfect for summer and holiday ensembles in particular.
Buy now £34.00, Selfridges
Rise and Fall Women's Cotton Race Vest
Dupe of: SKIMS Cotton Collection cropped ribbed cotton-blend jersey tank - Navy, £14
SKIMS doesn’t have the monopoly in high quality tops that look good with everything. Rise and Fall has an array of ribbed tops in a range of colours made from lovely breathable cotton. Say hello to your new layering BFF.
Buy now £35.00, Rise and Fall
SPANX EcoCare high-rise stretch-jersey leggings
Dupe of: SKIMS Ribbed cotton-blend leggings - Soot, £62
Who’s got time for leggings that go baggy at the knee after just a few washes? No such issues with either SKIMS or Spanx’s pairs, which use panelling and breathable fabrics to keep you and your legs cool and supported. Available in sizes XS - XL.
Buy now £68.00, Selfridges
H&M Flared Jersey Dress
Dupe of: SKIMS Tank Slip Dress, £108
You can never go wrong with a classic, no-fuss LBD. This H&M slip can be worn as party wear or loungewear depending on your mood. A fitted bodice, a sleek ebony hue and flared silhouette flatter the curves.
Buy now £9.99, H&M
Oh Polly Jude Ribbed Modal Long Sleeve Maxi Dress in Black
Dupe of: SKIMS Long Sleeve Dress, £90
Comfort and class rolled into a single maxi dress. Oh Polly is the ultimate destination for glamour puss looks, thanks to the brand’s penchant for streamlined pieces and sculpting fabrics.
Buy now £52.00, Oh Polly
