The 12-year-old daughter of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West, North West, shared a new upload on Thursday, and it didn’t take long for the internet to lock in. Less than a week into launching her Instagram account, North is already making it clear she’s not easing into the spotlight quietly. However, her most recent California makeover is making waves and sending fans into a frenzy.
In her newest Instagram post, North West showed off a custom-made set of diamond-encrusted grillz created by celebrity jeweler Johnny Dang, per Daily Mail. The pieces took center stage as she flashed them confidently across multiple photos, pairing the icy accessory with her now-signature turquoise hair color. She completed the look in a white sweatsuit covered in black graphic print and finished things off with white, high-top Chrome Hearts sneakers, a fit that felt equal parts streetwear and statement.
North kept the caption minimal, opting for a single water drip emoji, but the reaction was anything but subtle. The post is already nearing one million likes, a staggering number considering her profile went live less than a week ago. Dang reposted the images and proudly described the grillz as“1/1 shark grillz w/ baguette,” adding, “Welcome to #flawlessgang.” At this point, it’s safe to say North’s rollout has been anything but low-key.
North West’s New Shark Grillz Leave Kim Kardashian Under Attack
Her Instagram following reflects that momentum. The so-called nepo baby has already amassed 833,000 followers, and her latest upload included photos taken aboard her billionaire mother’s private jet, Kim Air. Fully leaning into her fashion-forward reputation, North appeared fully glammed up with makeup that included false eyelashes and glossy lips. She also showed off a long manicure featuring sharp, pointed tips and spiky 3D design details that didn’t go unnoticed.
Fellow celebrities and influencers quickly flooded the comments with approval. Erykah Badu dropped four blue heart emojis, while 18-year-old internet personality Lil Tay commented, “Swag overload,” earning more than 23,000 likes. Her cousin Alabama Barker, the 20-year-old daughter of Travis Barker, kept it simple with, “Ate.” The support made it clear that North’s look resonated strongly within certain corners of pop culture.
Still, not everyone has been cheering. North’s growing online presence comes with ongoing debate, especially given that her Instagram bio notes the account is “managed by parents.” She also shares a TikTok account with her mother, Kim Kardashian. While Kardashian and Kanye West share four children North, sons Saint and Psalm, and daughter Chicago, West publicly stated in 2022 that he did not want his children on social media.
North’s California Makeover Sparks Major Backlash Online
That tension has resurfaced in recent months as North’s style has become more visible. In November, she appeared in a TikTok wearing faux tattoos, blue contacts, and a septum piercing alongside friends dressed in similar looks. The video sparked backlash, with comments like, “She’s 12 years old by the way,” and, “This isn’t cute, shaking my head.” Kardashian and North later addressed the criticism directly, responding under a Daily Mail Australia TikTok with, “This is such a non-issue.”
Of course, fans have plenty to say about North’s latest look, and many are aiming it at Kim Kardashian. “Utterly repulsive,” one person commented. “Absolutely hideous mother needs sorting out,” said another. “It’s her mother’s fault,” a third person shared. “The apple never falls far from the tree,” a fourth comment read.
Whether fans see it as fearless self-expression or too much too soon, one thing is clear: North West isn’t fading into the background. From diamond grillz to private jets, California continues to be the backdrop for her increasingly headline-making presence, and the internet is watching every move, ready to share their thoughts and criticize Kim Kardashian’s parenting style.
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