Demi Lovato's Style Evolution
Demi Lovato is the picture of a celebrity who is comfortable in her own skin. Though she publicly struggled with self esteem, mental illness, and body image in the past, she emerged stronger than ever. Her confidence is evident in her amazing music, but it’s also apparent in the way she carries herself, and the clothes she wears. Since she first burst onto the scene as a Disney star almost 10 years ago, Demi has consistently shown off her personality through her undeniably awesome sense of style. So, in honor of her 24th birthday this month, here’s a look back at some of her best looks.
1/30Scroll through the slideshow for Demi Lovato's best fashion looks of all time.
WireImage2/30Chevy Rocks the Future, February 2008
Demi proved early on, in her Camp Rock days, that she wasn’t afraid to show off her personality through her fashion. Case in point: These zebra leggings that spiced up an otherwise all-black ensemble.
Getty Images3/30Camp Rock Premiere, June 2008
Demi went with a sleek, sophisticated vibe in this LBD for the premiere of her Disney movie, Camp Rock.
NBC via Getty Images4/30The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, July 2008
Demi has been rocking light jackets and leather since as far back as 2008.
WireImage5/30Nickelodeon’s Kids Choice Awards, March 2009
The budding star got glitzy for the 2009 Kids Choice Awards in a gold, bubble-hem mini dress.
FilmMagic6/30City of Hope’s 2nd Annual Concert for Hope, October 2009
The singer sparkled on the carpet once again, this time combining a glittery jacket with sleek, black layers.
WireImage7/30American Music Awards, November 2009
For the 2009 American Music Awards, Demi opted for a much softer look in this nude, tiered dress accented perfectly with one sparkling neckpiece.
Getty Images for mediaplacement8/30HBO Luxury Lounge In Honor of the 67th Annual Golden Globe Awards, January 2010
Demi convinced us to wear bold, black-framed glasses, fuzzy vests, and layered necklaces. It may have been six years ago, but her entire look would totally work today.
FilmMagic9/30Oceans Premiere, April 2010
Demi’s strapless BCBG dress was the perfect aquatic-inspired look for the premiere of the documentary, Oceans.
Getty Images10/30Arthur Ashe Kids Day, August 2010
Demi proved she can pull off a preppy look flawlessly at an Arthur Ashe tennis event in 2010.
Getty Images11/30Y 100 Radio Station Visit, July 2011
Demi embraced her boho side while visiting a Florida radio station in a loose-fitting look, accented with feathers.
WireImage12/30VH1 Do Something Awards, August 2011
Demi looked ethereal — and completely gorgeous — for her performance at VH1’s Do Something Awards.
FilmMagic13/30Teen Choice Awards, August 2011
This sunny, high-low BCBGMaxAzria dress once again showed off Demi’s softer side, which she displayed beautifully.
FilmMagic14/30American Latino Media Arts Awards, September 2011
Demi was the picture of sophisticated, romantic beauty in this nude gown by Maria Lucia Hohan.
Getty Images15/30Demi Lovato and Hot Chelle Rae in Concert, June 2012
Excuse us while we go buy some red leather shorts.
Getty Images16/30MTV Video Music Awards, September 2012
Demi may have been showing off her award in front, but the real scene stealer was the deep-V of her sparkly black mini dress in back.
FilmMagic17/30The X Factor Viewing Party, December 2012
Demi perfectly contrasted the edginess of her bomber jacket with the femininity of her floral dress.
FilmMagic18/30Good Morning America Performance, June 2013
Demi played around with a Western-themed outfit for her 2013 performance on ABC’s Good Morning America. Unsurprisingly, she nailed that look, too.
NBCU Photo Bank via Getty Images19/30Late Night With Jimmy Fallon, September 2013
For an appearance on Late Night With Jimmy Fallon, Demi demonstrated one of the ultimate cool-girl looks. She paired a dressy blazer and leather pants with a casual tee for the perfect contrast.
FilmMagic20/30MTV Video Music Awards, August 2014
Demi gave us life in this red hot Lanvin dress, complete with a deep-V and a high slit.
WireImage21/30Vevo Certified SuperFanFest Live Concert Event, October 2014
This curve-hugging, two-piece dress is proof that pink can be just as edgy as black.
GC Images22/30In Paris, November 2014
Demi’s black, walking-around-Paris look is serious winter outfit goals.
GC Images23/30In New York City, May 2015
If you’re ever having an, “I don’t know what to wear” moment on the weekend, look no further than Demi’s white tee, distressed jeans, and white heels ensemble. It’s casual perfection.
GC Images24/30In New York City, October 2015
This outfit gives Earth tones a whole new level of sophistication.
Getty Images for Fashion Media25/30American Music Awards, November 2015
Demi often dons modern styles, but she proved she can rock Old Hollywood glam just as well in this Lorena Sarbu stunner.
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Somehow, Demi managed to make an ugly Christmas sweater look seriously cool. Show us your ways, Demi.
FilmMagic27/30Vanity Fair Oscar Party, February 2016
Demi’s Dolce & Gabbana gown was the perfect combination of edgy and classic, something she often seems to master.
Getty Images28/30Billboard Music Awards, May 2016
Can Demi’s modern take on the pantsuit become the new mainstream workwear? We’d like to copy it, now.
Getty Images29/30Good Morning America Performance, June 2016
Demi once again donned a leather jacket for her recent Good Morning America performance, this time with a flouncy, peplum twist.
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