50 Most Iconic Celebrity Nip Slips That Prove Censoring Women's Nipples is Total BS
Free the nip.
Once upon a time in Hollywood, nip slips were frowned upon – something that celebrities feared. To prep for award shows and events, stars and their stylists would use bandaids, pasties, camisoles, even duct tape (um, ouch) to make sure that the nipples remained hidden. But on occasion, the stick-ons and tape would fail, leaving nipples exposed to the spotlight and cameras. Chaos would often ensue — because, after all, how dare this body part be visible to the world, right?
Fast forward to today, when fashion icons are putting their nipples on display with intention. In fact, nipples are now considered one of the hottest red carpet accessories (we're looking at you, Kendall Jenner). With hashtags like #freethenips and #freethenipple, a braless moment or a tasteful nude is now considered a body-positive statement. After all, there are so many different types of breasts (9 types of boob shapes, actually) and nipples. Each person might have a different size, shape, or areola color, which isn’t something to be embarrassed about. In fact, your nipples are something to be proud of, because they’re part of YOU!
So to move us one step further toward all nipples being treated equally, we have put together the most shocking and not-so-shocking celebrity nip slips on the internet. From sheer red carpet dresses meant to be worn sans-bra to sheer tops to steamy IG selfies, there’s a lot of nothing-to-be-ashamed-of here. Enjoy!
Charli XCX
Charli XCX hit the Brit Awards in a stunning halter-neck, see-through dress and paired it with a matching white thong. Although she was nominated for the Best British Pop/R&B Act Award and didn't win, the singer and songwriter left the award ceremony feeling victorious. She shared several snaps of her look on Instagram with the caption, "Real Winner."
Dakota Johnson
In 2019, Dakota Johnson set the Toronto Film Festival on fire when she fearlessly hit the red carpet in this completely see-through corset gown.
Olivia Wilde
That lace! That belt! Olivia Wilde was all smiles at the 2022 People's Choice Awards weeks after breaking up with Harry Styles. The Don't Worry Darling director and actress went sans-bra to let her Dior gown shine exactly the way it went down the runway. If her sheer black frock was intended to be a revenge dress, we'd say she totally nailed it.
Florence Pugh
Florence showed 👏 up 👏 to Paris Fashion Week in a totally sheer Valentino top and pants that are *chef's kiss* gorgeous. The Don't Worry Darling actress cheekily captioned her Instagram post, "Trust the button."
Kendall Jenner
Accidental nip slips happen to the best of us...but Kendall's Met Gala look was no accident. The model stunned in a completely sheer top for fashion's biggest night out.
Ashley Graham
Ashley designed a line of comfy bralettes, undies, and bodysuits with Knix and shared a snap of herself rocking a sheer bralette on Instagram.
Bella Thorne
Bella's custom dress by Sergio Castaño Peña highlights her figure so nothing is left to the imagination. A clever way to #freethenipple, if we do say so ourselves.
Bella Hadid
Alright, this isn't a nip slip, but it *is* an honorable mention because we're just so impressed that there wasn'a nip slip...considering the fact that Bella is wearing a necklace as a shirt.
Rihanna
We aspire to have vibes that are as chill as Rihanna in this picture — skincare applied, bucket hat over our eyes, kicking back and completely unbothered.
Bella Thorne
Bella KILLS this look in a completely sheer black top on the cover of L'Officiel Italia. Fully covered, yet not at all!
Kim Kardashian
Kim Kardashian deserves an award for her ability to nail tasteful nudity. Plus, her skin is glowing — what's your secret, Kim?!
Bella Hadid
Some dresses are just designed to shine alone. No bra = no tricky bra straps messing with the neckline.
Emily Ratajkowski
If there's anywhere that you're going to have to show up, it's the Met Gala...which is exactly what Emily did — nips and all!
Kendall Jenner
While everyone else is wearing baggy sweatpants and our comfiest T-shirts, Kenny J is out here steaming up our phone screens in this sheer lace onesie.
Bella Thorne
Who knew a turtleneck could look this sexy? Bella flaunted her nipple rings in a sheer sweater.
Kim Kardashian
Kim K is a boss and this picture shows it! The reality star is serving face while lounging in the bathtub…fully clothed, of course.
Miley Cyrus
Talk about RED hot! Miley is a rockstar with rockstar style. No bra required!
Emily Ratajkowski
In case anyone was wondering, Emily's nipples are alive and well. This has been an update.
Kim Kardashian
Pre-Pete power couple coming through! Kim and Kanye couldn't help but make their presence known with killer matching silver looks (Kims with a little extra nipple action).
Francesca Farago
We love a steamy picture of a hot couple. [Insert Too Hot to Handle joke here.]
Yerin Kim is the Assistant Editor for Snapchat Discover at Seventeen, covering beauty, sex & health, lifestyle, and entertainment. Originally from New Jersey but raised in Seoul, she is a proud Syracuse grad who loves fluffy puppies and a good Instagram opp. Follow her on Twitter and Instagram!
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