1. Kim’s Stylish Arrival—And the Shape That Broke the Internet
On June 26, Kim Kardashian, 44, touched down in Venice in full glam mode. Dressed in a bandeau top, black Balenciaga skirt, snake-print Amina Muaddi boots, and futuristic sunglasses, she waved to paparazzi from a private boat as she arrived at her Italian hotel to attend Lauren Sánchez and Jeff Bezos’s wedding weekend.
But among all the glitz and gloss, it was something far less expected that caught everyone’s attention: a bizarre indentation in her underarm. And in true 2025 fashion, the moment went instantly viral.
2. The Pitgina Panic: What Fans Spotted Online
Eagle-eyed fans on Reddit and Instagram immediately zoomed in on the photo. The ripple under Kim’s arm prompted dozens of confused—and slightly horrified—reactions.
“Why does it look like a belly button?” asked one user.
“What is that? I’m terrified!” added another.
And then, the term that changed the internet:
“What kind of ‘pitgina’ is that?”
That last comment merged “armpit” and a certain other anatomical reference—and like most cursed portmanteaus, it stuck. Within hours, the term was trending across Twitter, TikTok, and every niche gossip board from LA to Ljubljana.
3. What Experts Say: A Cosmetic Quirk, Not a Medical Mystery
Enter Dr. Norman M. Rowe, a New York–based plastic surgeon, who quickly weighed in on the phenomenon. According to him, what viewers were witnessing was likely axillary hollowing—an indentation that can occur in the armpit area as a result of certain cosmetic procedures.
Dr. Rowe explained that this hollowing often results from liposuction, an arm lift (brachioplasty), or breast augmentation when the implant is placed through the armpit. For someone as lean and surgically refined as Kim, these changes can be more visible, especially when muscles shift or stretch during movement—like, say, waving at a canal full of cameras.
While things like cysts or ingrown hairs could theoretically cause similar changes, Dr. Rowe pointed out that they rarely lead to this kind of volume loss or indentation.
4. Fixable in a Flash: Fat Grafting to the Rescue?
The good news? According to Dr. Rowe, the solution is simple and outpatient-friendly: fat grafting. This cosmetic procedure involves taking fat from one part of the body and injecting it into the hollowed area to restore contour and symmetry.
“It’s a quick outpatient procedure with a relatively easy recovery,” Dr. Rowe said. “Most patients are back to normal activities in a few days and see results over the course of a few weeks.”
So yes, if Kim wants the dent gone, it could be corrected faster than you can say “Skims shapewear launch.”
5. Social Media’s Ironic Chorus
As the memes piled up, the reactions ranged from savage to sweetly supportive.
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“Could this be the next viral beauty trend? Armpit dimples?” joked one Twitter user.
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“If she wants it fixed, go for it. But if she doesn’t—why should we care?” another asked.
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A TikTok user remixed her wave with horror movie sound effects. The vibe? Midsommar, but couture.
Still, some voices came to her defense: “This same crowd dragged her over a waist curve—now it’s her armpit? Sis is made of glass,” read one Instagram comment.
6. Celebrity Commentary: Funny, Familiar, and a Bit Cruel
Celebs weren’t far behind in adding to the buzz.
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Chrissy Teigen laughed it off, tweeting: “I’ve been saying it for years—Kim doesn’t just break the internet, she reshapes it.”
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A source close to Khloé Kardashian reportedly brushed it off: “Leave her alone. Pit or no pit, she’s still iconic.”
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Even beauty influencers weighed in, noting that the so-called flaw is “barely noticeable” and absolutely fixable.
Behind the sarcasm was a real sentiment: this woman has endured worse scrutiny and probably didn’t flinch at the arm discourse.
7. What Is Axillary Hollowing, Really?
Here’s your med school crash course.
Axillary hollowing happens when:
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Fat or tissue is removed from the underarm area.
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Skin or muscle is repositioned due to surgery or scarring.
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The body heals in a way that leaves a visible dent or divot.
It’s most common in procedures like:
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Armpit liposuction
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Arm lifts
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Breast implants inserted through armpit incisions
In Kim’s case, it’s possible her years of body sculpting—paired with her naturally lean frame—simply created a contour that’s… now famous for all the wrong reasons.
8. Why the “Pitgina” Matters More Than You’d Think
What makes this small visual blip so culturally relevant?
It’s the fact that Kim Kardashian, the blueprint of digital perfection, has a visible anatomical irregularity. And even though it’s harmless—and arguably none of our business—people cared. They cared enough to meme it, dissect it, and give it a viral nickname.
It’s proof of how deeply obsessed we are with flawlessness. When even the queen of curated imagery has something off, even slightly, it becomes a worldwide event.
9. The Real Question: Will Kim Fix It?
Will she address it? Probably not. Will she fix it? Maybe—but quietly, and only if she wants to.
Kim’s never been one to respond to online noise unless it suits her. She’s publicly admitted to Botox but denied most other cosmetic procedures, even while fans and doctors speculate endlessly.
If the past is any indication, she’ll glide right past the chatter with a Met Gala gown or a jaw-dropping campaign shoot. Because if there’s one thing Kim knows better than anyone, it’s how to stay in control—even when her armpit isn’t.
🔍 Sources & Further Reading
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The Sun: Kim Kardashian fans ‘terrified’ over her bizarre ‘pitgina’ in Venice photos
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The U.S. Sun: Dr. Norman Rowe explains axillary hollowing and treatment
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Reddit: “What’s up with Kim’s armpit?” discussion thread
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Instagram & TikTok fan reactions and meme commentary
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Plastic surgery reports from cosmetic professionals and medical blogs