Remembering Amy Winehouse and Her Iconic Original Style
With one of the most instantly recognizable voices of our time, overflowing with power and emotion, Amy Winehouse is a universally beloved figure. Nearly ten years since her tragic passing, as we come up on what would have been the artist's 37th birthday, we are honoring the icon by celebrating some of her unforgettable fashion moments and quintessential style. She was a true original.
2004 Brit Awards
Prior to achieving global stardom and introducing her infamous beehive hairdo to her look, star on the rise Amy Winehouse attended the Brit Awards in a sexy red and black ensemble as a nominee for Best British Female Solo Artist.
2004 Nationwide Mercury Music Prize
This early Winehouse look combines her mastery of the LBD with her love of bold, colorful prints and patterns, embellished on the bustier of this mini dress.
2005 Brit Awards
This mid '00s look is sleek yet fun, featuring the beginning of one very important Winehouse accessory: winged black eyeliner.
2007 Brit Awards
At the 2007 Brit Awards we see the quintessential Winehouse look in full-effect, from the singer's voluminous beehive updo to her thick winged liner to the black bra peeking out of her daring yet vibrant mini dress. Every look of Winehouse's was certainly packed with the artist's enticing personality.
2007 Brit Awards Performance
In addition to winning Best British Female Solo Artist of 2007, Winehouse brought a memorable performance to the award show stage in this seductive, two-toned dress.
2007 Glastonbury Festival
A more casual setting yet no small feat, Winehouse took to the Glastonbury Festival stage to perform in a kelly green cami layered above a yellow lace undershjrt and a bright red brassiere, reflecting her fun and eccentric personal style.
2007 Isle of Wight
Another packed music festival, Winehouse proved her classic hairdo was fit for any outfit and any occassion in this simple white cami and short shorts.
2007 Lollapalooza
A classic British print, Winehouse rocked black and white gingham with red straps adding an essential Winehouse-esque pop of color at Lolllapalooza.
2007 MTV Movie Awards
Another iconic LBD moment, Winehouse added a pop of color to this look with a red rose hair accessory.
2007 MTV Movie Awards Performance
Switching from one sexy LBD on the red carpet to another sexy LBD to perform in on stage, Winehouse knew how to utilize the silhouettes and styles that she loved and that worked best for her.
2007 MTV Europe Music Awards
No 2000s artists' lookbook is complete without an all-denim look, and Winehouse accessorized hers with a bright red bandana in her beehive.
2007 Shepherd's Bush Empire Concert
Chunky belts were all the rage at this time, and Winehouse certainly led the fan base with her extensive collection.
2007 The Row Launch Dinner
Posing along fellow style icons Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen at their brand launch, it's a special thing when legends come together and celebrate one another.
2007 Wedding
Winehouse may have had a complex relationship history, but she delivered a classic Amy look in this printed white mini at her Miami beach wedding in 2007.
2008 Home in London
2008 Brit Awards
Only Winehouse could pull off clashing patterns plaid and leopard print brought together by a chunky black belt, of course.
2008 Concert for Nelson Mandela's Birthday
In celebration of the late political leader Nelson Mandela's 90th birthday, Winehouse performed on stage along fellow musical icons in London, her elegant black and cream cocktail dress perfeclty complemented by her "MOM" hair accessory.
2008 Glastonbury Festival
In this sparkly, sequined navy number, Winehouse channeled her best "Girl from Ipanema" beachy mermaid look, complete with cocktail umbrellas in her beehive hairdo.
2008 Grammy Awards Performance
Winning a record-breaking five Grammys in 2008, Winehouse gave an unforgettable performance via satellite in a Dolce & Gabbana LBD, of course.
2008 Rock in Rio Festival
Donning bright, colorful hair accessories and a yellow ruched dress to perform in Rio, Winehouse brought vibrance in her look as well as her performance.
2008 Street Style
This off-duty look captures Winehouse's take on preppy style elements, brought into her more casual, dressed down sense of personal style.
2008 Street Style
A highly public figure, Winehouse was a frequent subject of London paparazzi, pictured here in her high heels with an even higher hairdo.
2008 V Festival
A visceral performer, Winehouse often added flowers to her hair for performances, in addition to accessorizing with her classic gold chains.
2009 Street Style
Switching up her hairdo from the beehive to space buns, Winehouse was quite the trendsetter in this leather look.
2009 Outfit for Court
While we've seen our fair share of stylish court looks, and she is certainly not the first celebrity to opt for a demure look when facing a judge and jury. This pinstripe suit with nipped waist was definitely a major style moment for Winehouse.
2009 Street Style
Wearing a pop of pink, Winehouse rocks skinny jeans and yellow highlighted Adidas through the streets of London.
2010 Modeling for Fred Perry
While it may seem like an unexpected pairing, Winehouse collaborated with Fred Perry on a collection inspired by the singer's style, bringing about a cool mix of preppy and edgy. Modeling for the collection, Winehouse looks uniquely chic and totally her in the chunky belt, signature hairstyle, and a good ol' pair of platform patent pumps.
2010 Psychosis Premiere
A rare pink look, Winehouse stuns in this bold and beautiful mini and matching animal print clutch at the premiere of Psychosis, directed by then boyfriend Reg Traviss.
2010 Street Style
Preppy with an edge, Winehouse is pictured hanging out in London in her signature style looking like she came straight out of her Fred Perry collab.
2010 Night Out
Another black and white look with a pop of red, Winehouse always carried iconic motifs throughout her style, making it distinctly her own. From her belts to her hair, from her eyeliner to her shoes, from her tattoos to her Little Black Dresses, we will always love the eclectic and vibrant style that made Winehouse who she was.