Christina Aguilera has long been a trendsetter, especially when her career reached meteoric heights in the early 2000s. The singer, who brought sleek cuts into focus with her music video for “Dirty” in 2001, has wholeheartedly embraced Y2K trends, whether it’s low-waisted trousers, microskirts or chunky accents.
Aguilera’s style has evolved since her “Stripped” era to not only pay homage to styles from the 2000s, but also bring different perspectives to events like the Emblema 2024 Festival in Las Vegas with her vibrant Kim Shui designs. performances in sequined jumpsuits and appearances on “Jimmy Kimmel Live.” She’s won the GLAAD Media Awards, worn a custom Zac Posen dress to the Latin Grammys, and made notable appearances at Paris Fashion Week and MTV, highlighting her continued fashion evolution.
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Here’s a look at Aguilera’s style evolution over the past two decades.
Emblema performing at the 2024 Festival, 2024
Christina Aguilera wears a cropped faux fur hooded jacket by Kim Shui at Day Two of the Emblema 2024 festival in Mexico City. She paired the look with a fishnet dress and thigh-high black slouchy boots.
Performing in Las Vegas, 2023
Aguilera made several costume changes for the opening night of her show at the Voltaire in Vegas. This look, which came from the Burlesque component of the night, consisted of a sequined spotted bodysuit and tuxedo jacket.
“Jimmy Kimmel Live,” 2023
Christina Aguilera on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” appeared on the program. On October 16, 2023, he was wearing a black suit similar to his 2010 “Bionic” album style. Her outfit consisted of a long-sleeved top with flowy details and stylish leggings. Designed by Chris Horan, Aguilera’s accessories included layered necklaces and Saint Laurent Opyum peep-toe pumps adorned with suede and rhinestones.
34th Annual GLAAD Media Awards, 2023
Aguilera attended the 34th Annual GLAAD Media Awards in Beverly Hills in March 2023 in a strapless, sequined dress by Luis De Javier. The dress was embellished with lots of sequins and paired with oversized opera gloves. Her look was completed with Cicada Jewelry and Gismondi 1754 jewelry. Christina’s stylist at 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 held in Las Vegas on November 17 in a special purple dress by Zac Posen. The outfit featured a long-sleeved corset design, small train and ruffled shoulder details. Aguilera was accessorized with a white gold diamond ring from Fabergé, two diamond rings from David Yurman, and teardrop diamond earrings.
Viktor and Rolf Show at Paris Fashion Week, Fall 2019
The fall 2019 couture shows in Paris featured a star-studded lineup, including Aguilera. The singer attended the last day of the season by visiting Jean Paul Gaultier, Viktor and Rolf. At the Viktor and Rolf show, she wore a tulle trench coat dress from the Spring 2019 collection with the slogan “Damn it, I’m going to Paris.”
MTV VMAs, 2008
In 2008, Aguilera wore a sheer paneled, strapless black and silver beaded mermaid dress by Roberto Cavalli, paired with Christian Louboutin shoes.
“Total Demand Live” 2004
Aguilera embraced many Y2K trends, including microskirts and low-rise silhouettes. In one of her frequent “TRL” appearances in 2004, she wore a white microskirt with black detailing, which she paired with a blazer-style denim jacket and fishnet tights.
MTV VMAs with Britney Spears and Madonna, 2003
While Britney Spears and Madonna are often remembered for kissing during the MTV VMAs in 2003, Aguilera was also a part of the show. Madonna wore a groom-inspired tuxedo suit, while Spears and Aguilera completed her look with bridal looks.
MTV’s “TRL,” 2002
During the “Stripped” era, Aguilera appeared on MTV’s “TRL” in a “Kill Bill”-inspired ensemble: a bright yellow two-piece set with a bumblebee-colored bra and low-rise pants paired with bold inner-thigh cuts. “72” and “Xtina” are written on each leg. Nearly 20 years later, she paid tribute to this exact look in 2021.
MTV VMAs, 2001
Aguilera, far right, joined Lil’ Kim, Mya and Pink in “Moulin Rogue” lingerie-inspired styles by performing the song “Lady Marmalade” from the film’s soundtrack.
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