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Fashion's It-Girl: 25 Reasons Why Zendaya Was at the Top of Our Best-Dressed List

Zendaya never fails to wow us. From a burgeoning star to a full-on style maven, Zendaya definitely brought her A-game this year. We're taking a look back at some of her chicest looks.
By Dominique Hobdy · Updated October 27, 2020
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Zendaya’s Style

Zendaya never fails to wow us. From a burgeoning star to a full-on style maven, Zendaya definitely brought her A-game this year. We’re taking a look back at some of her chicest looks.

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Zendaya

Zendaya was a true stunner in the flowing gown and gorgeous locs that proved to be one of her most recognizable looks from the year. Her likeness was even used for a Barbie!

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Zendaya

Oh, Zendaya. It just never stops does it? This borrowed from the boys look is so spot on. It’s not too dainty, which lets her feminine accessories pop out. #Genius

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Zendaya

Pretty in pink! The starlet attends the 2015 American Music Awards looking gorgeous in Emanuel Ungaro. 

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Zendaya

Zendaya gave us sophisticaed lady vibes while attending the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund Dinner. We’re loving the sleek satin, cut-out jumpsuit.

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Zendaya

This slate grey suit is the perfect “borrowed from the boys” look with a feminine flair. 

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Zendaya

Zendaya rocked a Thakoon frock and Bother Vellies shoes at the 12th annual CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund Awards. We love the funky yet chic look. 

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Zendaya

Self-Portrait was one of Zendaya’s go-to designers this year and for good reason! She looks amazing as she arrives to the Premiere Of The Weinstein Company’s ‘The Hateful Eight’.

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Zendaya

Zendaya killed this Rosie Assoulin ensemble while attending the 2nd Annual Diamond Ball. Can you say glamour?

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Zendaya

Zendaya’s gift to us all this season? A fool-proof way to slay your next event. This satin jumpsuit is not only sleek, but boasts a seventies flair. 

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Zendaya

Zendaya, Zendaya. The star managed to look cozy and chic in a cool grey Michael Kors sweater and sheer embellished skirt. Love!

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Zendaya

The actress brought cool back in a cropped sheer top and a pair of chic wide-leg pants.

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Zendaya

Lime and Raspberry hues were on the menu in this Fausto Puglisi number that Zendaya rocked at the 2015 iHeartRadio Music Awards.

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Zendaya

Zendaya’s brown plaid Michael Kors dress and Louboutin shoes gave us a classic feel with a new twist. Love how she can pull off any look! 

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Zendaya

Zendaya’s detailed white frock, pleated blue coat and nude pumps are picture perfect. 

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Zendaya

Zendaya gave us her fun side in a gorgeous button down Nicolas Jebran dress. Love the matching platforms! Hot!

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Zendaya

It’s hard to go wrong with black and white, but to slay it in this manner? That’s no easy task either. The ruffles are perfect! And they’re left to make their statement without being drowned out by the super svelte skirt and simple pumps.

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Zendaya

Cut-outs never looked so cool. Zendaya is a fiercely fashionable girl about town in this Solace London jumpsuit.

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Zendaya

How posh is this outfit? Zendaya looked every bit of a lady in this prim and proper skirt and vest combo. We love how her relaxed shirt, peep toe shoes and pulled back hair makes the look come together.

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Zendaya

Hollywood glam at its finest! Zendaya channeled movie stars of the past while rocking a slinky silver number and cascading curl at the 2016 Miss America Competition.

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Zendaya

This avant-garde frock paired with simple white pumps turned heads as Zendaya arrived at Vogue 95th Anniversary Party during the Paris Fashion Week Womenswear Spring/Summer 2016  in Paris, France. 

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Zendaya

A major fringe moment was had as Zendaya attended a fashion event in Paris, France. Love, love , love the cut of the dress, matching green sandals and chic cornrows!

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Zendaya

Zendaya opted for this striped drapey Vivienne Westwood number with a high split as she attended The 57th Annual GRAMMY Awards.

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Zendaya Coleman

This white embellished frock with fringe detail is gorgeous! We love how she kept it simple with fierce black pumps.

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Zendaya

So much fun! Zendaya looked adorable in a polka dot top and colorful printed pencil skirt at the ESSENCE 6th annual Black Women in Music Event.

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Zendaya

A statement was definitely made as Zendaya made her grand entrance at the 2015 Met Gala. Her Fausto Puglisi was one of the most talked about looks of the evening. 

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