Pink, but make it pit lane.

Quick answer: Kim Kardashian wore a pale pink halter-neck maxi dress with a high neck and a sheer, floaty skirt to the Singapore Grand Prix on Saturday, reportedly Alaïa, with black sunglasses and a slicked-back bun. To get the look, pick a pink dress with a strong neckline and a long, fluid line, then keep everything else simple. Shop 16 of our favourite pink dresses below, from designer to under $100.

What did Kim Kardashian wear to the Singapore Grand Prix?

A pink dress. That is the headline, and honestly, it is enough.

Kim walked the Marina Bay paddock in a pale pink halter maxi with a high neck, a fitted knit bodice and a skirt so sheer it practically floated. Black wraparound sunglasses. Hair scraped back into a sleek bun. No fuss, no clutter, all impact.

In a sea of team polos and lanyards, she looked like the only person who got the memo. The memo said pink.

In a sea of team polos and lanyards, she looked like the only person who got the memo. The memo said pink.

Key takeaways

• Kim’s look worked because of three things: a soft pink, a high halter neckline and a long, fluid shape.
• Pink is the easiest colour in the world to look happy in. It flatters, it photographs beautifully and it never looks like you tried too hard.
• Go pale and silky for polish, bright and sequinned for a party, or printed and floaty for lunch.
• Keep the accessories quiet. Dark sunglasses, a simple sandal, a sleek bun. Let the dress do the talking.
• There is a gorgeous pink dress at every price, from $69.99 to Khaite.

Why is everyone wearing pink dresses right now?

Because pink makes people smile. Including you, every time you catch your reflection.

It is also the most versatile colour on the rack. Ballet pink reads elegant. Bubblegum reads fun. Hot pink sequins read “we are staying out late”. There is a shade for every mood and every kind of dresser.

And when the most photographed woman in the paddock picks pink, you can consider this your sign.

How do you wear a pink dress like Kim?

• Find the neckline. A high halter or a strong neck gives a pink dress instant polish.
• Go long. A maxi or a midi in a soft pink looks expensive at any price.
• Add black sunglasses. The sharp contrast keeps the pink grown up.
• Scrape the hair back. A sleek bun lets the neckline shine.
• Keep the shoes simple. A barely there sandal in nude or clear is all you need.

Shop the pink dress edit

16 pink dresses, listed from highest to lowest price. Tap any image or name to shop. All prices in AUD.

Designer

Khaite, Kent Open-Back Draped Satin Maxi Dress, pastel pink, $7,550 AUD: liquid satin in the palest pink, draped at the hips and open at the back. The closest thing to Kim’s paddock moment, and pure drama on the way out.

Valentino Garavani, Draped Silk-Satin Midi Dress, pink, $6,900 AUD: bubblegum silk satin with a cowl neck, long sleeves and ruching through the body. Old Hollywood, very now.

Alessandra Rich, Floral-Print Silk-Satin Midi Dress, pink, $3,450 AUD: tiny pink roses, puff sleeves, a peplum waist and a bow at the bust. Sweet, polished and made for a long lunch.

Sandy Liang, Mariposa Dress, pink, $1,677.29 AUD: a sparkly pink mini with a sheer corset panel through the middle. The cool girl’s party dress, no argument.

Marc Jacobs, Satin Pop J Marc Bow Dress, ribbon pink, $1,204.68 AUD: a satin mini with one giant bow across the bust. You are the present. Act accordingly.

Bernadette, Riri Floral-Print Silk-Satin Midi Dress, pink, $940 AUD: a watercolour floral slip with skinny criss-cross straps. Wear it with sandals now and a blazer later.

Staud, Willow Pleated Cotton-Blend Midi Dress, pink, $560 AUD: ballet pink, a square neck and a skirt that swishes when you walk. The dress you will wear to everything.

High street

ARRANGE, Embellished Plunge Tie Halter Maxi Dress, pink, $377 AUD: pale pink, a halter tie at the neck and little embellished dots all over. A wedding guest dress that will get asked about.

Winona, Zadi Midi Dress, pink, $369.95 AUD: hot pink sequins from neck to calf with a plunging neckline. Your next big night out just found its outfit.

Madison The Label, Polina Maxi Dress, pink, $185 AUD: a pink halter maxi covered in chocolate polka dots. Flirty, a little retro and very easy to love.

Forcast, Paula Halter Neck Dress, blush pink, $159.99 AUD: a high halter neck and a long, clean line in soft blush. This is the Kim look for under $200. Add black sunglasses and go.

Contemporary

Esther & Co, Celie Dress, pink, $119.95 AUD: dusty pink, short sleeves, buttons down the front and a tiered skirt. The weekend dress you will reach for on repeat.

Bikini Saturdays, Watsons Maxi Dress, pink, $110 AUD: a soft pink shirt dress with a collar, short sleeves and a tie waist. Polished, relaxed and perfect with flat sandals.

ASOS DESIGN, Satin High Neck Pleated Bodice Midi Dress, pink lilac, $95 AUD: shiny satin, a high neck and a draped bodice in the prettiest pink lilac. A lot of glamour for under $100.

Bikini Saturdays, Pretty Girl Day Dress, pink, $79.99 AUD: a pink floral mini with ruffled straps and a skirt made for twirling. The name says it all.

Bikini Saturdays, Pinky Mini Dress, pink, $69.99 AUD: strapless, fitted through the body and finished with a playful balloon hem in baby pink. Date night, sorted.

The final word

Kim proved it in one walk down the paddock. A pink dress, a strong neckline and a great pair of sunglasses is all it takes.

Pick your pink. Pale and silky, hot and sparkly, or sweet and floral.

Then go on, wear it somewhere you will be seen.

FAQs

Who designed Kim Kardashian’s pink Grand Prix dress?

Kim’s pale pink halter maxi at the Singapore Grand Prix is reported to be by Alaïa. It has a high halter neck, a fitted bodice and a sheer, flowing skirt.

What shade of pink suits everyone?

Soft blush and ballet pink flatter most skin tones. If you love colour, hot pink is a confident choice that works beautifully at night.

What shoes go with a pink dress?

Nude, clear, gold or silver sandals keep the look light. Black works too if you want a sharper finish, especially with black sunglasses.

How do you make a pink dress look expensive?

Choose a soft shade, a long length and a strong neckline, then keep accessories minimal. A sleek bun and simple jewellery do the rest.

Where can I buy a pink dress in Australia?

Every dress in this edit ships to Australia and is priced in AUD, from NET-A-PORTER, FWRD, THE ICONIC and ASOS to Australian label Bikini Saturdays.