by Christina Aguilera has been a trailblazer for a long time, especially since her career reached meteoric levels in the early 2000s. The singer, who drew attention to cut-out chaps with her music video for “Dirty” in 2001, has taken Y2K trends to heart, be it low-rise pants, micro-skirts or make-up highlights.
Since the “Stripped” era, Aguilera’s style has evolved to include not only nods to the 2000s styles that helped make her a household name, but a diverse array of looks for events like the 2024 Emblema Festival with vibrant designs by Kim Shui, Las Vegas. performed in sequin bodysuits and appeared on “Jimmy Kimmel Live.” She won the GLAAD Media Awards, wore a custom Zac Posen dress at the Latin Grammys, and made notable appearances at Paris Fashion Week and MTV, highlighting her continued fashion evolution.
More from WWD
Here’s a look at the evolution of Aguilera’s style over the past twenty years.
Performance at Emblema Festival 2024, 2024
Christina Aguilera wearing a cropped faux fur hooded jacket by Kim Shui during Day Two of the Emblema 2024 festival in Mexico City. She paired the look with a mesh bodysuit and black thigh high boots.
Shown in Las Vegas, 2023
For the opening night of her show at Voltaire in Vegas, Aguilera made several costume changes. This look, from the night’s Burlesque component, involved a sequin-flecked bodysuit with a tuxedo jacket.
“Jimmy Kimmel Live,” 2023
Christina Aguilera appeared on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” on October 16, 2023 wearing a black ensemble similar to her 2010 album style “Bionic”. Her outfit included a long sleeve top with draped detail and slim leggings. Styled by Chris Horan, Aguilera’s accessories included layered necklaces and Saint Laurent Opyum open-toe pumps with suede and rhinestones.
34th Annual GLAAD Media Awards, 2023
In March 2023, Aguilera attended the 34th Annual GLAAD Media Awards in Beverly Hills in a strapless, sequin dress by Luis De Javier. The dress was embellished with lots of sequins and paired with oversized opera gloves. Her look was completed with jewelry from Cicada Jewelry and Gismondi 1754. Christina’s stylist for the event was Chris Horan, and her hair was styled by Igor Rosales-Jackson.
Latin Grammys, 2022
Christina Aguilera attended the 2022 Latin Grammy Awards on November 17 in Las Vegas, wearing a custom purple dress by Zac Posen. The outfit featured a corset design with long sleeves, a mini train and ruffle shoulder detail. Aguilera accessorized with a white gold diamond ring from Fabergé, two diamond rings from David Yurman and teardrop diamond earrings.
Viktor and Rolf show during Paris Fashion Week, Autumn 2019
The fall 2019 couture shows in Paris featured a star-studded lineup, including Aguilera. The singer attended the last day of the season, visiting Jean Paul Gaultier and Viktor and Rolf. At the Viktor and Rolf show, she wore a tulle trench dress from the spring 2019 collection, which featured the slogan “F* this I’m going to Paris”.
MTV VMAs, 2008
In 2008, Aguilera donned a strapless black-and-silver beaded mermaid gown with bold panels by Roberto Cavalli, paired with Christian Louboutin shoes.
“Complete Live Application,” 2004
Aguilera embraced many Y2K trends, including microskirts and low-rise silhouettes. During one of her frequent “TRL” appearances in 2004, she wore a white micro-skirt with black detailing, complemented by a blazer-style denim jacket and fishnet tights.
MTV VMAs with Britney Spears and Madonna, 2003
Although Britney Spears and Madonna are often remembered for kissing during the MTV VMAs in 2003, Aguilera was also part of the action. Madonna wore a tuxedo ensemble inspired by the groom, while Spears and Aguilera complemented her wedding looks.
MTV on “TRL,” 2002
During her “Stripped” era, Aguilera appeared on MTV’s “TRL” in a “Kill Bill”-inspired ensemble: a bright yellow two-piece set featuring a bumblebee bra and matching low-rise pants with bold cutouts in the interior, decorated with “72” and “Xtina” on each leg. She paid tribute to this exact look almost 20 years later in 2021.
MTV VMAs, 2001
Aguilera, far right, joined Lil’ Kim, Mya and Pink in lingerie-inspired “Moulin Rogue” styles as they performed their song from the movie’s soundtrack, “Lady Marmalade.”
Christina Aguilera’s Style Through the Years: Red Carpets, Y2K Trends & More [PHOTOS]
View Gallery
Launch Gallery: Christina Aguilera’s Style Through the Years: Red Carpets, Y2K Trends & More [PHOTOS]
The best of WWD
Sign up for the WWD Newsletter. For the latest news, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
