In the glittering whirlwind of celebrity life, few bonds shine as brightly as the decades-long sisterhood between Cardi B and her ride-or-die best friend, Star Brim. The duo, who’ve weathered fame’s storms together since Cardi’s Bronx strip-club days, just leveled up their unbreakable vibe: Their kids—Kulture Kiari Cephus, 7, and Star’s daughter Jada—are now twinning in everything from intricate braids to pint-sized designer ensembles, turning everyday playdates into viral fashion moments that have fans cooing over “mini besties” goals. It’s a wholesome twist amid Cardi’s chaotic 2025, proving that true friendship isn’t just about shared secrets—it’s about raising the next generation in sync.

Cardi, 32, and Star Brim—real name Jasmine Washington, 34—go way back to 2015, when Cardi was grinding as an Instagram sensation and Star was her loyal wingwoman in the New York nightlife scene. Their friendship exploded into the spotlight during Cardi’s 2017 rise with “Bodak Yellow,” with Star often spotted courtside at Knicks games or hyping Cardi from the front row at award shows. “Star’s my family,” Cardi gushed in a 2023 Vogue interview, crediting her for being the one constant through pregnancies, scandals and Offset drama. Fast-forward to 2025, and their crew has multiplied: Cardi’s got Kulture, Wave Set (4), Blossom Belle (1), and a fourth on the way with NFL beau Stefon Diggs; Star shares Jada (around 6) and a son with her partner. But it’s the girls—Kulture and Jada—who are stealing the show, mirroring their moms’ fierce energy in pint-sized packages.

The latest heart-exploder dropped on Instagram last week, when Cardi shared a carousel of pics from a “bestie brunch” at a swanky Manhattan spot. There, amid mimosas and macarons for the adults, Kulture and Jada posed like seasoned influencers: Identical fulani braids cascading down their backs—tight cornrows meeting loose curls at the ends, complete with colorful beads and swooped baby hairs for that flawless edge. The hairstyle nod? A clear homage to Cardi’s signature protective styles, often seen on her during tour stops or red carpets. “My lil twins slaying the braid game,” Cardi captioned, adding fire emojis and a shoutout to their stylist, who whipped up the looks in under two hours. Fans lost it, with comments flooding in: “These babies are giving couture kid vibes!” and “Friendship goals = kidship goals.” The post racked up 5 million likes in 24 hours, spiking searches for “fulani braids for kids” by 40% on Pinterest.

But it’s not just hair—their outfits sealed the deal. Kulture rocked a cropped Gucci hoodie in electric pink, layered over high-waisted denim shorts with chunky white sneakers, while Jada matched in a near-identical ensemble, swapping the shorts for a pleated mini-skirt. Tiny Louis Vuitton belts cinched their waists, and both sported matching heart-shaped sunglasses from Fendi’s kids’ line. “We planned it—full twinning takeover,” Star spilled in her own Stories, panning to the girls giggling over matching unicorn frappes. It’s a far cry from random playdates; these are curated slay sessions, with the moms coordinating via group chat weeks in advance. Sources close to the circle say Star often borrows from Cardi’s overflowing closet for Jada, while Cardi raids Star’s for “real mom” athleisure that grounds her glam life.

This isn’t a one-off. Flash back to Kulture’s 7th birthday bash in July—a Hello Kitty extravaganza on a private jet to Disney World—where Jada jetted in as the VIP guest. The duo debuted cornrows with pink ribbons woven in, twinning in custom Versace rompers splashed with cartoon cats. Cardi documented it all: The girls whipping on the plane’s leather seats, edges laid to perfection, outfits monogrammed with their initials. “Star and Jada made my baby’s day,” Cardi wrote then, posting a clip of Jada teaching Kulture a TikTok dance that went mega-viral. And let’s not forget summer vacay snaps from the Hamptons: Beach days where the kids rocked fulani-inspired twists (a slight variation for water play) and coordinated swimsuits from Savage X Fenty’s kids’ drop—neon green one-pieces with ruffled skirts that had ’em posing like runway pros.

The parallel lives extend beyond aesthetics. Both girls attend elite private schools in NYC—Kulture at a $50K-a-year spot in Manhattan, Jada at a similar elite academy in Brooklyn—where they’ve been thick as thieves since preschool. Playdates double as mini fashion shows, with the moms swapping tips on everything from eco-friendly hair products (they’re obsessed with SheaMoisture for those braids) to age-appropriate streetwear. “It’s like raising sisters,” Star told a podcast earlier this year, laughing about how Jada idolizes Kulture’s “big sis” status. Cardi echoes that, often posting throwbacks of her and Star in matching outfits from their clubbing era—now passed down to the next gen. “What we built, they’re living,” she said in a recent IG Live.

Of course, this fairy-tale friendship isn’t without its edge. Cardi’s 2025 has been a rollercoaster: Dropping her long-awaited sophomore album Am I the Drama? to No. 1 acclaim in September, announcing pregnancy No. 4 amid custody wars with Offset, and jetting to Paris Fashion Week just weeks post-birth (last year, she stunned in gold Rabanne and Balmain, channeling that same bold energy her kids now emulate). Star, a budding entrepreneur with her own streetwear line Brim Basics, has been Cardi’s rock—flying out for album listening parties and even co-signing her Diggs romance with a cheeky “Finally a touchdown” post. Through it all, the kids’ synchronized style serves as a cute anchor, a reminder that amid tabloid frenzy, these women are building legacies.

Experts say it’s no accident. Child psychologists note that “mirroring” in kids fosters security in blended celeb families, especially when parental bonds are as public as Cardi’s. “It’s therapeutic—seeing your best friend’s child echo your own creates a village feel,” says Dr. Lena Rivera, a NYC-based family therapist. Hairstylists agree the styles aren’t just cute; fulani braids, rooted in West African heritage, nod to cultural pride Cardi and Star instill early. “Cardi’s pushing Black girl magic on a global scale,” one pro told Essence, pointing to Kulture’s NYFW debut in September—where she fur-twinning’d with Mom at Alexander Wang, bantu knots popping like a pro.

Social media’s eating it up, with #KultureAndJadaTwinning trending weekly. Memes mash old Cardi-Star pics with the kids’ looks, captioned “The blueprint lives on.” Brands are noticing too—Fendi slid into Cardi’s DMs for a potential kids’ collab, while SheaMoisture gifted custom bead kits. For the uninitiated, Star’s low-key compared to Cardi’s flash; she’s the strategist behind many a viral moment, like coaching Jada on that Global Citizen stage plug (Kulture’s mic-grab stole headlines, but Jada hyped from the wings).

As fall chills hit NYC, expect more: Rumors swirl of a joint Halloween costume—think pint-sized Cardi and Star recreating their 2018 VMAs slay, braids beaded in gold. With Cardi’s tour looming and Star’s line expanding, their “kidship” is just heating up. In a world of fleeting collabs, this one’s for life—hairstyles, outfits and all. “They’re my heart outside my body,” Cardi reflected in a rare vulnerable post, pic of the four of ’em (moms included) in matching pigtails from last spring. Fans couldn’t agree more: When besties build like this, the glow-up’s generational.