FASHION EVOLUTION: MADONNA


Fashion Evolution: Madonna

    Madonna released her debut, self title album in 1982, 25 years later her 11th studio album, Hard Candy, is set to hit stores tomorrow (April 29th). While we love to "Get into the Groove" as much as the next gal, we're even more obsessed her quarter century as a fashion icon. The queen of reinvention as been a trendsetter since day one, but that doesn't mean she's always gotten it right!

    Frank Micoletta

    Desperately Seeking Susan 1985
    With her sophomore album Like A Virgin, Madonna hit the mainstream and thanks to the double whammy of MTV's rise in popularity and the success of her first major film role, Madonna's look was suddenly the way to dress for young women around the world.

    Everett Collection

    Pounding the Pavement 1990
    Believe it or not, this outfit was the pinnacle for early 90s workout chic!

    Ron Galella, WireImage.com

    The Blond Ambition Tour 1990
    Jean Paul Gaultier designed the cone bra stage costumes for the tour and suddenly the trend of lingerie as outwear was, well, everywhere!

    Frank Micoletta

    Truth or Dare Premier 1990
    Flanked by her beloved backup singers, the "Material Girl" walked the red carpet in little more than a jeweled bathing suit and thigh-high stockings.

    Kevin Mazur, WireImage.com

    Madonna and Michael Jackson 63rd Annual Academy Awards 1991
    You think Brad and Angie get a lot of attention? Imagine the paparazzi storm when Madonna dress as another famous blond (here's a hint, her name started with M as well) stepped out with Michael Jackson!

    Ron Galella, WireImage.com

    "Sex" Book Party 1992
    Madonna dressed like a naughty version of Little Bo Peep at the launch party for her controversail, adult book aptly titled "Sex". Luckily her fans decided not to follow her fashion lead this time!

    Kevin Mazur, WireImage.com

    With Honors Premiere 1994
    Madonna's sari inspired ensemble showed of the singers' famously toned abs and marked the beginning of her fascination with global fashion.

    Barry King, WireImage.com

    The American Music Awards 1995
    Posing with super producer Babyface, Madonna temporarily left India behind and instead took inspiration from traditional Chinese attire.

    Jim Smeal, WireImage.com

    "Bedtime Story" Party 1995
    To celebrate the release of the 6th studio album Bedtime Story, Madonna hosted a sleepover style fiesta broadcast on MTV. Ironically, at the one event where lingerie would have been quite appropriate, the singer turned up rather covered up in a leopard print jacket and white silk dress.

    Ron Galella, WireImage.com

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lilaleahg 02:05:39 PM Jun 06 2008

I think Madonna' s beautiful for her age, I just wish she'd ACT her age instead, and not buy-into those stupid producer's, and wreck her image by posting sexy pictures of herself on CD covers, in order to get sells. If I were famous, I wouldn't give a damm about money. I would rather be true to myself, and not dress so trashy.

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