Kim's mini-Kardashians: Kylie and Kendall Jenner assume red carpet duties as sister Kim weathers divorce drama

By Nadia Mendoza

Last updated at 11:07 AM on 18th November 2011

After Kim Kardashian became a household name, it's clear Kylie and Kendall Jenner are keen to follow in her footsteps.

The siblings, 14 and 16, took over red carpet duties from their older half-sister as she struggles with the aftermath of her whirlwind marriage to Kris Humphries and heads to the divorce courts.

Hosting the Hello Kitty collection launch at the Forever 21 store in LA, the girls wore mixed cutesy hair bows with thigh-skimming shorts that'd leave most parents locking them up until they reach 30.

Older than their years: Kylie and Kendall Jenner attend the Forever 21 for Hello Kitty Collection launch party in LA

Older than their years: Kylie and Kendall Jenner attend Forever 21 for Hello Kitty Collection launch party in LA

They changed throughout the evening to model various items from the fashion line, with Kendall at one point wearing a sheer top beneath leather dungaree shorts and leopard print boots.

In another outfit, the elder sister wore black wedges with bare legs and eye-wateringly skimpy shorts.

Too much too young? Kendall wears see-through top beneath leather dungaree shorts and leopard print boots

Lollipop ladies: The sisters posed with sweet treats, before changing into new outfits to model more of the range

Lollipop ladies: Sisters posed with sweet treats, before changing into new outfits to model more of the range

She teamed the ensemble with a white sweater decorated with images of the brand's logo on it.

Kylie wore copycat shoes, covering an ounce more flesh in knee-high socks and marginally longer striped shorts.

Mini grown-ups: The girls looked older than their teenage years

Watch out Kim! Kylie and Kendall look set to steal their half-sister's limelight

The Teen Vogue model completed the look with a grey jumper brandishing the famous kitten.

Their hair was groomed identically and immaculately, with long shiny brunette ponytails hanging over their shoulders.

Spending their cash: The girls sift through the rails eyeing up their purchases

Kylie later switched into a grey mini dress and black tights, covering up more skin which was more suited to her age.
The brunette clearly enjoyed her duties, later tweeting: 'Coming home from hosting the Hello Kitty forever 21 launch! I love it!'

Towering beauties: Kendall and Kylie hover inches above everyone, despite their tender years

Both siblings had applied a thick layer of make-up, generously lathering on the blusher and bright lipstick.

The girls are both unsurprisingly pursing careers as models having been blessed with good genes.

Kim will need to watch out as the young starlets, who feature on reality show Keeping Up With The Kardashians, look ready to steal her limelight.

Model behaviour: Jenner siblings showcased several different outfits on the mocked up runway

Kendall is already making a name for herself, having modelled for the Sherri Hill dress line, which specialises in prom dresses and gowns for pageants.
Not that the mega rich reality star even needs to earn a living, after parents Kris and Bruce Jenner treated her to a $90,000 (£56,000) Range Rover for her sweet 16th, wrapped up in a giant bow.
Little Kylie is not prepared to be left behind, launching her career last year and signing to the infamous and prestigious Wilhelmina Models agency.

Forever chic: The girls posed with a Hello Kitty mascot with their smiles etched firmly in place

Sweet tooth: Despite her thin frame, Kendall doesn't make any effort to avoid sugary treats

Earlier this week, the fashion-conscious teenagers were rewarded for their efforts by winning a Hollywood Style Award.

Writing on their blog, Kylie said: 'It was so crazy and surreal that we were honored with the Stylish Sisters Award - such a special moment for us BOTH, especially since Khloé was the one to present us with it. What an incredible night!'

As the girls revelled in the limelight, Kim is currently divorcing her NBA star husband of 72 days.

Life of luxury: Nail artists are on hand for funky manicures

Former publicist Jonathan Jaxson blasted the marriage as nothing more than 'a publicity stunt', claiming Kim his still in love with ex Reggie Bush.
He said: 'Two weeks prior to her wedding she knew it was not something she wanted to do.
'Unfortunately they were obligated to honour contracts [with the E! network which had TV rights] otherwise they would have owed a lot of people a lot of money... She's never gotten over [her ex].'