10 Fashion Statements of 2009

by Annie Scott (RSS feed)
Dec 31st 2009 at 11:02PM

Michelle Obama is radiant in an ensemble of Isabel Toledo, Nina Ricci and Jimmy Choo.

This has been a wonderful year for fashion. From the emergence of fanciful fashion-rebel Lady Gaga to the arms of Michelle Obama, we've had inspiring influences right and left. At a time when most designers were playing it recession-friendly (aka safe), trends and personalities stood out more than ever. Here are Luxist's Top Ten Fashion Statements of 2009.

1. Michelle Obama's inauguration outfit (pictured, by Isabel Toledo)
2. Lady Gaga in general
3. Susan Boyle's many makeovers

Click through the gallery for pics of the whole list!

Gallery: 10 Fashion Statements of 2009

1. Michelle Obama's Inauguration Day Outfit

4. Statement jewelry like Taraji P. Henson's Oscar necklace
5. Fabulous tights by Donna Karan and Cynthia Rowley
6. Miley Cyrus' Oscar dress
7. Mad Men style -- thank you, Katherine Jane Bryant
8. Hats, pretty, pretty hats
9. Sequin dresses and bolero jackets, as seen on Drew Barrymore
10. Whitney Houston's miraculous comeback

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