How to Look Like Kylie Jenner

Co-authored by Amy Bobinger

Last Updated: March 4, 2021 References

Kylie Jenner is the youngest of the Kardashian-Jenner clan, and although she’s a makeup mogul, a reality star, and a mom, she’s probably most famous for her ever-changing style. If you want to dress like Kylie, pick an outfit with a lot of attitude, then nail King Kylie’s killer contour, smoky eye, and matte pout. To channel Kylie even further, don a brunette, blonde, or rainbow-colored wig!

Method 1

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Dressing Like Kylie

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Wear a form-fitting top and high-waisted pants to show off your curves. Kylie loves to flaunt her curves, and she’s often seen wearing cropped tops that fit close to her body. Keep the look modern by wearing it with high-waisted pants, shorts, or a skirt.^{[1]
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- While Kylie loves to show off her midriff, that look isn’t appropriate everywhere. If you’re going to school, work, or a house of worship, make sure your shirt comes down over the hem of your skirt or pants.^{[2]
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Stick with a loose-fitting tee and sweatpants if you’re feeling casual. Kylie isn’t afraid to keep it low-key. If you’re going to be spending the day hanging with your friends and you don’t feel like dressing all the way up, throw on a pair of cropped sweatpants with a wide waistband and narrow legs. Top that with a super-baggy T-shirt and sneakers.^{[3]
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- Change up this look by wearing a cropped top with the sweatpants instead!
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Choose short skirts and shorts if you want to show off your legs. If you want to channel Kylie, you’ll probably need to be comfortable showing a little skin. Kylie’s known for wearing mini-skirts, short shorts, and super-tiny dresses, so if you love your legs, leave them bare!^{[4]
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- To get the look while still remaining modest, wear tights or leggings under your skirt or shorts.
- Kylie prefers high-waisted styles, since they accentuate her hips.
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Be really daring by wearing leggings as pants. There are no rules when it comes to dressing like a Kardashian. If you want to wear leggings and a crop top when you go to dinner, then you do it! Just be sure to wear smoothing shapewear under the leggings so you’re not showing any underwear lines.^{[5]
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- Super-tight pants will work for this look as well!
- For a Kylie look that’s gym-ready, wear a T-shirt with your leggings and tie your hair up in a bun.
- Depending on whether you’re dressing your look up or down, you can either wear this style with heels or sneakers.
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Channel your inner boss babe with structured blazers and trenches. A form-fitting blazer that’s nipped-in at the waist will give you instant curves. Wear your blazer or coat with a pair of tailored ankle pants or a form-fitting skirt, and be prepared to take the boardroom by storm!^{[6]
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- Kylie has even been photographed wearing a belted trench coat with nothing underneath!
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Look for daring, unique dresses that show a lot of skin. There’s no one style of dress that Kylie favors, but she does tend towards dresses with bold, interesting details and form-fitting silhouettes. Whether you’re wearing a strapless minidress, a slouchy sweater dress, or a long dress with a high slit and dramatic shoulders, the real key is to wear it with Kylie-level confidence.^{[7]
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- Of course, no dress would be complete without a pair of killer heels!
Tip: You don't have to have a ton of money to dress like the youngest Kardashian! Read fashion magazines and follow style blogs and influencers on social media, then look for affordable versions of your favorite high-end looks at discount department stores or thrift stores.
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Opt for a waist trainer to enhance your curves. The Kardashians and Jenners are known for their curvy figures, but even they have a little help. A waist trainer works like a corset, holding in your waist and stomach. This will make your hips look bigger, too, so it’s a great way to mimic a Kylie figure, even if you don’t have her killer genes!^{[8]
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Method 2

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Choosing Your Accessories

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Wear heels with a dressy outfit. Kylie’s shoe game is strong, but it’s also versatile. If you’re dressing up to go out, look for details that would tie the shoes to the outfit. They don’t have to match exactly—you might pick a heel with a little sparkle if you’re wearing a top made of a shiny satin, for instance.^{[9]
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- If you’re wearing a minidress made of a sweater material, you might opt for a pair of thigh-high boots in buttery-soft suede to complement the dress.
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Opt for cool sneakers or sandals if your look is more casual. Kylie loves a cool pair of sneakers, so if you’re going to be doing a lot of running around, you’re probably better off in comfortable shoes. Don’t take this as an excuse to wear those old trainers in the back of your closet, though—Kylie’s style is always clean.^{[10]
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- Gladiator sandals are a great way to be comfortable and stylish in the summertime.
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Add on creative jewelry but keep it simple. Kylie likes a well-designed piece of jewelry, but she usually only wears 1 or 2 pieces, if she wears any at all. Look for a cuff bracelet, a pair of statement earrings, or a bold necklace with a detail that matches your outfit.^{[11]
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- If you’re wearing a low-cut top, a simple pendant necklace is a great way to keep the attention on your clothes!
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Carry a chic bag. To finish your outfit, add a slouchy purse, a backpack, or a slim handbag big enough to hold your compact and phone. It doesn’t have to be a designer bag, but look for one that’s well-made, since Kylie isn’t going to carry around a purse that’s falling apart.^{[12]
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- Leave your bag at home and just carry your phone with you to give off ultra-celeb vibes
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Experiment with a variety of different hairstyles. To channel Kylie, be willing to experiment with your hair. Even if you don’t want to cut or color it, you can try a deep side part, loose waves, or braids, depending on what you think will look best on you.^{[13]
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- Dress up a casual sweatpants outfit with a double French braid, for instance.
Tip: To change your hair completely without dying or cutting it, try wearing a wig. Kylie has an extensive wig collection, featuring everything from sleek dark bobs to long rainbow-colored locks.
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Wear nail extensions or acrylic nails in a neutral color. Kylie typically has a top-of-the-line manicure, so don’t neglect your nails. Visit a salon near you to get fake nails, and ask for them to be painted in a cool neutral, like taupe or grey.^{[14]
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- If you don’t want to go to the nail salon, just paint your nails at home!
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Rock a spray tan year-round. Kylie is known for her California-girl style, including a serious tan all year long. To fake that sun-kissed look no matter what season it is, visit a professional in your area to get a spray-tan. You’ll look like you just left the beaches in Malibu!^{[15]
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- If you try to do a spray-tan yourself and you’re not familiar with doing it, you could end up with streaky orange skin.

Method 3

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Contouring Your Face

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Apply a thin layer of primer to your skin. If you want your makeup to look flawless, use a long-lasting makeup primer under your concealer. Not only will this help make your pores look smaller, but it will make your makeup last longer without flaking or smearing.^{[16]
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- You can find primer wherever beauty products are sold.
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Use a clean beauty blender to apply foundation over your entire face. Dispense a little foundation onto a clean, wet beauty blender, then dab it onto the center of your face. Continue blotting to blend the foundation outward. If you need to, add a little more foundation and keep blotting until it’s completely blended.^{[17]
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- Typically, Kylie uses a matte concealer for the most coverage.
- If you don’t have a beauty blender, use your fingers or a foundation brush instead.
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Brush dark concealer or bronzer under your cheekbones to define them. The Kardashian-Jenners helped bring contouring into pop culture, so it’s no surprise that this is a part of Kylie’s signature makeup look. Swipe a medium-length brush into the bronzer, then apply it to your cheeks in a sweeping, circular motion. For a more dramatic contour, swipe the bronzer under your cheekbones and jawline, temples, hairline, and on either side of your nose.^{[18]
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- To pick the right color bronzer, look for a color that’s about 2 shades darker than your skin tone.
Tip: Kylie is known for keeping it casual, so to change it up, try wearing a tinted moisturizer with strategically-placed liquid highlighter instead of a full contour.
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Dab on a light-colored concealer to brighten and highlight your face. Use the concealer to cover dark circles under your eyes, as well as to brighten your forehead, the bridge of your nose, and your Cupid’s bow, or the arch of your lips. Blend the highlighter in with a soft brush.
- You can also use an iridescent powder highlighter for added shimmer, especially if you're going for one of kylie's more glam looks.^{[19]
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Set the contour with translucent powder. Translucent powder will help make your makeup last longer, and it will absorb any oils that could cause your skin to look shiny. Use a large, fluffy brush to dust the powder across your face, especially around your forehead and cheeks, or anywhere your skin tends to get oily throughout the day.
- Be sure to blend in the transparent powder well, or you could end up with a white-looking flashback in any photos you take.
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Sweep blush on the apples of your cheeks and along your cheekbones. To soften your contour, swirl your blush brush on the fullest parts of your cheeks. Then, sweep the brush up your cheekbones, stopping just before you reach your temples. ^{[20]
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- Typically, Kylie opts for a natural-looking blush that’s close to her skin tone.

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Doing Your Eyes Like Kylie

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Swipe on a thin layer of eyelid primer. For a dramatic eye that lasts all day, eyelid primer is essential. It gives the shadow something to adhere to, and it creates a barrier that can help prevent the shadow from creasing. Just apply a thin layer on both of your eyelids, stopping just above the crease.
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Use a fluffy brush to apply a medium brown eyeshadow on your lid. Kylie’s signature look involves a smoky eye, and it’s surprisingly easy to accomplish yourself. Pick up a little shadow with your brush, then apply it all over your lid, up to the crease. Use the brush to blend the shadow so there aren’t any harsh edges where the color stops.
- If you have very fair skin, opt for a shadow the color of coffee with cream. If your skin is darker, you might go with toffee instead.
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Apply a darker color along your lash line and wing it out slightly. Use a smaller brush to apply a color that’s 2-3 shades darker than the first color. Concentrate the darker color along your lash line, and don’t take it all the way up to the crease. Sweep your brush outward toward the corner of your eyebrow to get a subtle wing.
- You can also apply a little of the darker color under lower lashes if you like.
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Swipe on volumizing mascara. Long, lushes lashes are a Kylie signature, so definitely don’t skip this step. Wipe the end of the mascara wand on the side of the tube to remove any excess, then hold the wand to the base of your lashes. Wiggle the mascara brush a little, then sweep the wand up and out toward the end of your lashes. Repeat if you want a second coat.^{[21]
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- For even more length, curl your lashes first!
- You can even wear false lashes if you want!
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Fill in your brows with a pencil. Kylie is known for having sleek, perfect brows. Choose a pencil that’s about the same color as your brows, then use that to define their outline. Finish by filling in any thin or bare spots with the same pencil.

Method 5

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Getting Plump Lips

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Outline your lips with a neutral-colored liner. Kylie is known for her love of lip liner. While it might take a little practice, if you want to look like Kylie, you’ll have to master her contoured pout. To start, apply a lip liner that’s close to the natural shade of your lips.
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Use a darker liner in the center of your lips to make them look bigger. If you already have plump lips, you can skip this step. If you’re worried your lips will look too thin, though, outline use a darker liner on your cupids bow and the outer corners of your lips, then draw vertical lines in the center and just inside the outer corners of your bottom lip with that darker color.
- You can also line slightly outside of the center of your lips on the top and bottom, then follow the shape of your lips on the sides.
Tips: For even fuller lips, use a lipstick or gloss with lip-plumping ingredients like capsaicin or menthol. You can also buy a lip-enhancing tool to plump your lips using suction.
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Top with a matte lipstick in a neutral or bold color. While Kylie is most well-known for her neutral matte lips, she’s not afraid of a little color, either. If you’re heading to a hot nightclub, consider opting for a bold pink or red shade, while the neutrals might be more appropriate for the office.
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Dab highlighter on your cupid's bow to finish your look. Make the most of your matte look by adding a little shimmery highlighter right on the curve in the center of your top lip. This will draw attention to your mouth, and it will make your lips look fuller and poutier!
- To really channel Kylie, take a kissy-face selfie to show off your lipstick!