In 2017, reality TV star and entrepreneur Kim Kardashian posed for a n/de photoshoot in which she climbed a tree, causing a stir on social media.

The photos were taken by renowned fashion photographers Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott and were part of a book celebrating the duo’s 20-year career.

Kardashian shared one of the photos on her social media platforms with the caption, “So honored to have been photographed by Mert and Marcus for their new book! 20 years in the making! It’s out Sept 7th.”

The black and white photo shows Kardashian standing completely n/ked, wearing only a pair of boots and two black stars covering her nipples.

She is perched on a branch of a tree, looking off into the distance with her arms above her head.

The photo quickly went viral, with many people praising Kardashian’s bravery and beauty.

Kardashian is no stranger to posing for risqué photoshoots and often shares images of herself on social media, but this photoshoot was particularly noteworthy due to the nature of the location.

The photos were taken in a dry, wooded area, leading some to question whether Kardashian’s actions could have caused a wildfire.

However, representatives for the star denied any such incident occurred.

Despite the controversy, Kardashian’s photo quickly became one of the most talked-about images of the year, with many people praising her for embracing her body and challenging traditional beauty standards.

In an interview with Harper’s Bazaar, Kardashian explained that she was proud of the photo and the message it conveyed:

“I love my body and my sexuality, and I embrace that. I’m confident in who I am and what I stand for.”

The photoshoot also sparked a wider conversation about the representation of women’s bodies in the media.

Many people pointed out that while male artists and photographers are often praised for creating provocative images, women are often criticized and shamed for doing the same.

Kardashian addressed this issue in an interview with Elle:

“I think women should be able to do whatever they want with their bodies and not be criticized for it. We need to break down those barriers and allow women to be who they are.”

Despite the controversy surrounding the photoshoot, it remains one of Kardashian’s most iconic images to date.

The star herself has said that she is proud of the photo and the message it conveys.

In an interview with GQ, Kardashian said: “I don’t regret anything I’ve done. I think it’s important to embrace your sexuality and be confident in who you are.”

The photographers, Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott, have also spoken out about the photo, praising Kardashian for her bravery and creativity.

In an interview with W magazine, Alas said: “Kim is a true artist. She knows what she wants and she’s not afraid to go after it. We were honored to work with her on this project and we’re thrilled with the result.”

Despite the controversy surrounding the photoshoot, it’s clear that Kardashian’s decision to climb a tree completely n/ked has had a lasting impact.

The photo continues to be shared and discussed on social media, with many people praising Kardashian for her bravery and creativity.

The image has also inspired many other women to embrace their bodies and challenge traditional beauty standards. In an interview with Cosmopolitan, Kardashian said:

“I think it’s important for women to feel confident in their bodies and to celebrate their sexuality. We need to empower each other and lift each other up.”