Kathy Hilton Shares the Style Rule She Passed Down to Paris and Nicky: ‘You Don’t Need the Whole Kitchen Sink’

Less actually is more, just ask Kathy Hilton.

The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star spilled the effortlessly stylish magnificence and type suggestions she handed down to daughters Paris, 45, and Nicky, 42, while internet hosting a fête for LoveShackFancy’s Sweetheart perfume at her Bel Air, California dwelling on March 20.

Though Hilton loves a glamorous second (and throws a celebration like no other), she’s all about protecting issues polished, and never overdone.

“A classic rule I’ve told Paris and Nicky is to be comfortable. I’d rather be a little underdressed than overdressed because you can always throw on fun earrings or change your shoes if you’re leaving work or getting off a plane,” she tells ET.

“You don’t want to come in with the whole kitchen sink and make a fool out of yourself. Dim it down a little bit. Just be fresh, pretty, and confident. That’s the best,” the entrepreneur continues.

Naturally, the mother-daughter trio shares more than just type recommendation, they share closets too.

“They can’t wear my shoes because I have a smaller foot, but they wear my jewelry, my accessories, and my handbags. … I recently borrowed a bag that was so cute from Paris. She was calling every day saying, ‘I’m going to come by and get my bag.’ … She knows her inventory and doesn’t forget, but I’m happy that she takes care of her things and that she’s appreciative,” the Bravo star says.

When it comes to what Hilton truly retains in her purse, she leans into straightforward and sensible objects.

“I carry an eye mask that I found years ago at a drugstore in New York, pale pink silicone foot pads for comfort, my little fan, and my Lorna Murray hat because it gives an outfit a great look, makes me look a little bit taller, and keeps the sun off my face,” she explains.

“I’m also always trying the latest and newest product to moisturize my lips because they’re chronically dry, and I love the Revive neck cream and can’t put on makeup without it.”

Beyond her necessities, one factor Hilton never leaves the home without is a signature spritz.

“I spray my perfume at the end, but I make sure I don’t have pearls on. … I have a collection of fragrances. … There are ones I would wear to a ladies’ lunch, and others that are romantic and sexy that I would wear after 5 p.m. for dinner with my husband.”

Luckily, her current favourite works for just about any event. 

“Sweetheart is so fruity and floral, and the bottle is the pinkest, most sparkly, and gorgeous. … It’s perfect for spring and summer because it’s happiness in a bottle. … I like to bring a little bit of summer everywhere I go. … Hot girl summer every day, even in the winter,” Rebecca Hessel Cohen, founding father of LoveShackFancy, notes.

“It can take you anywhere. … It’s so beautiful that you want to just hold it or keep it on your dressing table,” Hilton continues.

Still, there’s one space the place Hilton would not maintain again: health and wellness.

“I do TruNiagen IV treatments every week and take two of their supplements every day to give me energy. … I’m a mad professor with putting things together. I always have my lotions and potions, and everyone loves it. … My girls are very into it and it’s fun to compare notes.”

Through all of it though, her philosophy stays grounded.

“I’ve always mixed high and low. I’m as happy at Target and Walmart as I am on the seventh floor of Bergdorf Goodman.”

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