Performing in front of thousands of fans takes both confidence and style—a combination in the musical word that has bred some of the most sartorially savvy singers around. From Charlotte Gainsbourg to Lady Gaga, these fearless showstoppers demonstrate a shared sense of female empowerment, enviable individual style, and unquestionable muse-worthiness.
Beyoncé
Anyone whose alter ego goes by the name of “Sasha Fierce” should know how to rock a daring ensemble. A self-proclaimed feminist, this year’s International Best-Dressed List honoree maintains an air of sophisticated elegance that often eludes many of her more exhibitionistic counterparts.
Momina Mustehsan
In 2016, Mustehsan recorded her first song “Zindagi Kitni Haseen Hay” for the romantic drama film Zindagi Kitni Haseen Hay, and marked her Coke Studio debut as a featured artist in season 9 later that year. Many are captivated by her style sense as she dresses up in clothes dipped in glamour. Momina is also known to be stylish in her own way with delicacy and finesse becoming her signature style.
Meesha Shafi
Meesha Shafi is a Pakistani actress, model and a singer. Shafi made her film debut with a supporting role in the 2013 Mira Nair’s film The Reluctant Fundamentalist. The bold and beautiful Meesha Shafi has a style of her own; her dark red lipstick has become her signature style. She rocks the western style on and off stage and is known for her confident demenour.
Selena Gomez
From decadent Marchesa dresses to Versace power suits, Selena Gomez can wear it all, flawlessly. Wearing a Louis Vuitton bustier and skirt combo with Bulgari jewels to the Cannes premiere of The Dead Don’t Die this year, Gomez rocked the scene and left many spellbounded.