From Kate Middleton’s triumphant return in My Fair Lady glamour to J-Lo’s revealing revenge dress…. The Wow! dresses that defined 2024
As a seasoned fashion enthusiast who has spent countless hours poring over glossy magazines and catwalk shows, I must say that 2022 was a year brimming with style statements that left me absolutely spellbound. From the red carpet to the airport runway, celebrities have truly outdone themselves this year in terms of fashion innovation and timeless elegance.
2024’s significant fashion milestones were launched by Beyoncé donning a high-fashion cowgirl outfit, culminating in Kate Moss showcasing her Zara line. Some enchanting incidents occurred along the way.
Here, SHANE WATSON picks her standout looks of the year …
J-Lo’s ultimate revenge dress
Unstoppable premiere, Toronto, September
This season saw a surge of outfits symbolizing revenge on the red carpet, yet none could compare to the one donned by Jennifer Lopez, aged 55, at her initial post-divorce-filing red carpet appearance, following her split with Ben Affleck.
On the red carpet for her movie Unstoppable, co-produced by Affleck, Jennifer Lopez didn’t hold back, opting for a bold silver Tamara Ralph gown featuring two lengthy sequin panels connected by a scattering of black velvet bows.
The message was: ‘I’ve still got it and here it is,’ and we all took it on board.
Far from dowdy Dowager
Duke of Westminster’s wedding, June
The nuptials were the society do of the year but guests dressed disappointingly modestly.
The person who accidentally stole the show was the groom’s mother.
65-year-old The Dowager Duchess adorned herself in a fuchsia coat coordinated with a similar dress, donned Manolo Blahnik pumps, and sported vibrant red nails contrasting with her attire. She also wore an extravagant pink, red, and white feather headpiece that resembled a firework display.
History doesn’t relate where it’s from, but mothers of the groom everywhere would like to know.
PM’s wife steals the show
London Fashion Week, September
Prior to the election, most of us had only a vague understanding of Victoria Starmer’s approach. However, suddenly, she appeared on the global stage, donning British designers such as Edeline Lee and Me+Em, and let me tell you, she looked strikingly like the epitome of a Prime Minister’s partner.
By September, she confidently strutted at London Fashion Week in one of our favorites – a long, polka-dotted dress with a funnel neck by Edeline Lee.
We were slap-bang in the middle of ‘Wardrobegate’.
This controversy centered around unreported contributions from Lord Waheed Alli, which were allegedly used to purchase Lady Starmer’s new wardrobe in Downing Street and for Sir Keir’s eyewear.
It seems like I haven’t been graced with her radiant presence as often lately, and it’s left me yearning for more of those captivating appearances. I can’t wait to see her shining again!
Daisy’s glow-up
Twisters premiere, London, July
Fashion watchers went mad for this. It’s a va-va-voom dress and it’s brown.
Surprisingly, even though brown is often associated with the season, it was a stunning change to witness its elegance on the red carpet instead of the typical sequins or crimson hues.
Plus the dress had the vintage cachet of being Vivienne Westwood.
26-year-old Daisy Edgar-Jones experienced a transformative, glamorous shift in her appearance that was quite striking, contrasting with her typically subtle style as seen in Normal People.
Everybody noticed.
Taylor’s record regalia
Wembley Stadium, August
It’s quite possible that Taylor Swift, aged 34, broke records not just for her tour attendance but also for the variety of outfits she sported during the Eras tour.
She donned over sixty outfits, but the ones that stood out most were her distinctive bodysuits adorned with beads. Among these, the one that truly left an impression was the Zuhair Murad design she displayed during her performance at Wembley Stadium in London this summer.
Among all her ornate bodysuits, the one adorned with moons, stars, and 10,500 beads in a deep blue hue stood out as the most enchanting.
Bodysuits don’t come more bedazzling than this.
Sienna’s style web
Birthday party, Isle of Bute, April
Now, we eagerly anticipate the M&S X Sienna Miller collection just as we once looked forward to Kate Moss’s line for Topshop.
There’s always something there that is tempting.
Speaking of standout moments in the 42-year-old actress’s schedule, the white, backless spiderweb dress from Annie’s Ibiza she donned at Lady Lola Bute’s 25th birthday party on the Isle of Bute in April was truly stunning!
Kate reigns supreme
Trooping the Colour, June
Despite her reduced public appearances, the attire worn by the Princess of Wales at Trooping the Colour, marking her initial official engagement post cancer diagnosis, has become one of our favorite 20 Kate outfits ever, possibly even making it to the top 10.
This occasion called to mind a blend of My Fair Lady and Princess Diana – a stunning Jenny Packham gown, refashioned with a bow, a belt, and a dainty saucer hat designed by Philip Treacy.
Zendaya aces tennis glam
The Challengers premiere, London, April
The tennis-inspired looks worn by the actress, 28, were a highlight.
At the London premiere, she donned several unique outfits, including tennis shoes adorned with stiletto heels and spikes through tennis balls, a dress bedecked with beads resembling a tennis outfit, and a long, white, stylish Thom Browne number featuring a collar, racket designs, a high-leg split, and athletic stripes on the hem that were adorned with beads. The overall look was sporty, reminiscent of Gatsby, and full of fun.
Anya nails airport chic
Nice Airport, May
Only when Anya Taylor-Joy, aged 28, arrived in France for the Cannes Film Festival did it become clear to us just how much we yearned for classic elegance.
I effortlessly emulated the iconic glamour of Rita Hayworth and Marilyn Monroe, donning a striking Jacquemus hat, seductive cat-eye sunglasses, and an alluring one-shoulder dress from Atlein Paris.
It was pure screen goddess.
Nicole gets the (two) tone right
Venice, August
It’s been a busy year for Nicole Kidman, 57, which meant a lot of red carpets.
Among all the other garments, it was the Schiaparelli couture dress that truly caught everyone’s attention during the Venice Film Festival.
The design featured a two-toned ribbed corset top in translucent beige, adorned with black sequins, and a sleek, black velvet miniskirt.
scarcely has any corset appeared as airy and delicate, reminiscent of the intricate lacework found on a gourmet dessert awarded multiple Michelin stars… It was truly captivating.
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2024-12-12 04:18