Kim Kardashian's Daughter North West, 12, Shows Off Finger Piercing, Sparking Online Debate

It started with a seemingly innocent TikTok — but the moment North West raised her hand to the camera, revealing a glittering dermal piercing in her finger, the internet erupted in disbelief.

North West, the 12-year-old daughter of reality queen Kim Kardashian and rap mogul Kanye West has ignited a digital firestorm after showing off the bold, body-modification choice — a piercing that many felt was far too mature for a preteen.

Close-Up Sparks Backlash

In the now-viral TikTok update, North shared a close-up shot of her jewel-studded hand, proudly flaunting not one, but two dermal piercings embedded directly into the skin. Adorned with shimmering accents, the preteen's hand glimmered with rebellious flair—drawing gasps across social media.

Unlike standard piercings, dermals are surgically inserted beneath the skin using a flat-bottomed anchor, making them a far cry from your average ear stud. The edgy style may be all the rage in some circles, but for a child barely out of elementary school, it was a step too far for many.

Fans Debate on the Internet

Fans didn't hold back. Furious Reddit and Instagram users tore into Kim's parenting, accusing her of pushing boundaries too far for attention.

"This gives me totally the ick. This isn't normal and it doesn't even look good anyway, [sic]" one user snapped. "KANYE WAS RIGHT, THE CONSEQUENCES TO GROW UP FATHERLESS, SAD ☹️," a second netizen wrote.

Some came to Kim's defense, insisting the piercing drama was overblown.

"Honestly, i don't see a big deal with this. Id probably let my daughter do that too, [sic]" one fan commented. "What’s the difference between ears pierced or finger pierced ? Just because it’s an unusual place everyone reacts 😂, [sic]" another chimed in on Instagram.

With millions watching her every move, North has once again proven she's her mother's daughter — bold, unapologetic, and never far from the headlines.

This isn't the first time North has made headlines for her fashion choices. In a move that left fans even more stunned, North debuted a series of striking fake face tattoos and icy blue eyes that had the internet doing a double take. The famous pre-teen also showed off what she did to her teeth, which left netizens taken aback, as many questioned their appearance.

Inside a Private Jet: TikTok Chaos as North West Unveils Bold New Appearance

North shared videos and photos of herself adorned with face tattoos and eye-catching nails. The young fashionista caused an online commotion with her style, which is something her mom has spoken about in recent interviews.

In the series of TikToks posted to the account she shares with her mom, North offered an unapologetic look at her edgy makeover — and she wasn't alone.

Filmed aboard what appeared to be a private jet, one video shows her lip-syncing to a rap track with a group of friends, each girl wearing coordinated streetwear looks and dramatically styled hair.

North, sporting piercings, bright turquoise braids, and icy blue contact lenses, led the group in the clip, flashing a mouth full of blacked-out teeth and faux face tattoos, including stars and hearts. Her caption — "fake piercings and fake tatts 4 life" — made it clear the aesthetic was intentionally playful, not permanent.

Each girl in the crew brought her own twist to the theme, with turquoise, pink, and green braided hairstyles framing heavily accessorized outfits. Their nails were bold and glittering; their expressions confident, and their energy infectious.

In the next clip, captioned "preparing for antagonist 🫡," the girls flashed grins and struck poses, and in another post, they showed off intricate henna designs on their hands and a shared affinity for statement jewelry.

A different video, sped up for effect, captures the group dancing, laughing, and showcasing their looks — many of which paid homage to hip-hop culture through graphic, oversized shirts featuring prominent artists and chunky chains.

West also shared a montage of photos, including backstage snapshots alongside the performers they appeared to go see, underscoring the day's vibe of fun, fashion, and fierce expression.

'What's Wrong with Her Mouth?': Social Media Spirals over North West's Black Teeth

Within hours, the videos sparked a frenzy online, with many followers zeroing in on one disturbing detail: North's blackened smile. A wave of comments flooded in, questioning the dramatic coloring. "What is up with her mouth/teeth?" asked one viewer, while another echoed, "why [sic] did she blacken her teeth? 😬."

Others joined in with similar sentiments, including, "What happened to her teeth?" and "What's wrong with her teeth? 🦷."

Some netizens expressed concern about the overall aesthetic, particularly given North's age. "Face tattoos at 12?" questioned one person. Another took a more critical tone targeted at North's parents, writing, "Not even joking, Kim is probably a worse influence on her than Kanye could ever be."

Meanwhile, another observer drew a direct comparison to her famous father, simply stating, "She's like her dad." However, not all responses were disapproving. One spectator offered a nostalgic perspective, noting, "It's temporary tattoo we all did this. Walking around with foil paper in our mouth talking bout grills 😂😂😂 she is being a kid [sic]."

'She's So Creative': Kim Kardashian Gets Candid on Raising North West in the Spotlight

West's style has been discussed by the public frequently, and all through the headlines about her fashion choices, Kim hasn't stayed silent. The reality star opened up about her daughter during a candid October 15, 2025, appearance on Alexandra Cooper's "Call Her Daddy" podcast.

When asked how the online chatter surrounding North has been affecting their family, Kim responded with a blend of vulnerability and maternal pride. "You know what? She's so creative and she's so amazing," Kim said, describing North as "really mature in one sense."

She recalled her daughter brushing off criticism about her bold style choices with confidence, and divulged how North once told her, "I saw this and, like, I don't really care [...] if someone says that they don't like my blue hair [...] I probably wouldn't be hanging out with those people."

But raising a pre-teen under a global spotlight? It's not easy. "All the kids are like wearing the same things, but then my daughter tries to wear it, and then I'm like, 'Okay, we're never wearing that again,'" noted Kim.

She added that North, who typically dresses more like a tomboy, simply wants to experiment and only wants to fit in with her friends — though the consequences of those choices play out in front of millions.

'She Learns from That': A Mom's Defense of Her Daughter's Bold Choices

Still, Kim emphasized her daughter's emotional intelligence and willingness to grow from experience. "She learns from that, and she sees it," she shared, recalling how West often reevaluates her actions with humility, saying things like, "Oh, I don't like how I said that [...] Oh, you know what, Mom? Okay, you're right."

As a proud mother, Kim made it clear that she supports her daughter's self-expression — within reason. "Babe, if you want blue hair, like it is what it is," she said. "It makes her so happy, I would never take that creative [sic] away from her."

Speaking more broadly, she urged the public to show understanding, especially toward single moms, adding, "I'm doing the best that I can, and my babies are good babies. So, I just urge everyone to like [sic] not be judgmental and to have grace on single moms tryna figure it all out with, like, you know, a pre-teen, it's a lot. If you know, you know."

'She Teaches Me a Lot': Kim Kardashian Sees North West as a Muse and Mini Style Icon

Kim also shed light on her daughter's evolving fashion sense during a September sit-down with Complex, where she praised West not only as a trendsetter but as a source of inspiration in her own right. When asked whether her daughter has taught her anything or introduced her to new styles, the KKW mogul didn't hesitate to answer, admitting, "She teaches me a lot."

Describing North's style as "really unique," the proud mom shared that her daughter often puts her onto new brands and expresses a deep sense of individuality.

"She just loves what she loves," Kim explained. "It's just really fun to see someone be so creative and also know herself so much."

The mother of four recounted a moment when West briefly experimented with more traditionally feminine fashion, trying on girly outfits that matched what her friends were wearing. But the phase was short-lived. "She tried it with me once [...] and she was like, 'Whoa, wait. This isn't me,'" Kim recalled. "She realized quick like, 'This isn't me.'"

Instead, West gravitated back to what felt natural — oversized t-shirts, jerseys, and jorts — a tomboyish aesthetic that Kim embraces and admires.

"I love that for her," North's mom swooned, her voice filled with pride over her daughter's strong sense of self and willingness to define her style on her own terms.