17 photos show how Kelly Clarkson’s style changed since her American Idol days
From Idol to red carpets
Clarkson became widely known in 2002 after winning “American Idol.” At the “Swimfan” premiere, she wore a memorable look, and she appeared in different versions of the same fashion staple that year, including at the Billboard Music Awards. For the 2004 American Music Awards, she chose a floor-length gown with satin detailing. The following year, her performance outfits took a more casual turn, often pairing torn band T-shirts with low-rise jeans and sandals or sneakers.
Gowns and shorter dresses
At the 2006 Grammy Awards, Clarkson wore a black Max Azria gown. A year later, she began trying minidresses, moving beyond her usual preference for gowns.
Concert looks and red details
Clarkson wore a sleeveless CD Greene design to the 2009 American Music Awards, pairing it with fishnet tights and black pumps. Her look also included crimped red hair. That year, her concert wardrobe included band T-shirts and skinny jeans. She later appeared to favor red while promoting her Christmas album, “Wrapped in Red.”
Music-inspired and office-ready
During another visit to SiriusXM Studios, Clarkson wore a music-themed outfit featuring a knee-length skirt printed with vinyl records. Her office-ready choices included black minidresses, sheer tights and pointed pumps. She wore that combination when she appeared on “Extra” that year.
Key points
- Clarkson rose to fame in 2002 after winning “American Idol.”
- Her style ranged from satin gowns to casual band T-shirts and jeans.
- She experimented with minidresses starting in 2007.
- Music-inspired outfits included a skirt printed with vinyl records.