Get Us a Time Machine, Because We Need to See Britney Spears's Most Iconic Looks in Real Life
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Britney Spears may be best known for her catchy songs and killer dance moves, but no one can argue that the pop princess's unique sense of style has left a lasting impact in our lives. Whether she was posing on the red carpet in a high-end gown, performing on stage in a tiny costume, or walking down the street in sweats, Britney's wardrobe choices influenced the '90s and early 2000s like no none else could.
To celebrate that she's been in our lives for over two decades, we've rounded up 15 of her most memorable fashion moments. From her iconic denim red carpet look at the MTV Video Music Awards to her "I'm a Slave 4 You" stage outfit, you'll easily see only Britney could have worn every single one of these pieces.
"Sometimes" Video in 1999
Britney's schoolgirl outfit in the video for ". . . Baby One More Time" was iconic, but we've always been partial to her all-white sporty look in "Sometimes."
1999 MTV Video Music Awards
Britney set hearts racing in this black feather-adorned, semi-sheer polka dot ensemble at the 1999 MTV Video Music Awards.
1999 Teen Choice Awards
Britney showed up to the the 1999 Teen Choice Awards in a light pink tank top and sparkly pink pants.
2000 Grammy Awards
Britney looked angelic at the 2000 Grammy Awards in this stylish white Randolph Duke gown and Oscar de la Renta fur stole.
2000 MTV Video Music Awards
Who can forget Britney's sequined flesh-tone outfit from the 2000 MTV Video Music Awards?
2000 Billboard Music Awards
Britney's pink, orange, and feathery look at the 2000 Billboard Music Awards has us wondering if she still has those red suede boots.
2001 Super Bowl Halftime Show
Britney showed off her sportier side as she performed at the 2001 Super Bowl Halftime Show, alongside *NSYNC and Aerosmith.
2001 American Music Awards
Besides her red latex catsuit from the "Oops! . . . I Did It Again" video, Britney's most iconic look has to be the matching denim ensemble she wore with then-boyfriend Justin Timberlake to the 2001 American Music Awards.
2001 MTV Video Music Awards
Britney cemented her status of "pop princess" when she accessorized her green crop top and short shorts with a snake, as she performed "I'm a Slave 4 You" at the 2001 MTV Video Music Awards.
2002 MTV Video Music Awards
At the 2002 MTV Video Music Awards, Britney went for a sexy biker look. She accessorized her black leather dress with a biker hat, lace-up high heels, and sheer fingerless gloves.
2002 Hollywood Crossroads Premiere
When Justin and Britney were still a couple, they walked the red carpet for the premiere of her movie hand in hand. She wore perhaps the most 2000 outfit we've ever seen — a baby pink newsboy cap that matched her camisole and boots.
2002 London Premiere of Crossroads
At the London premiere of her film Crossroads, Britney looked every bit the leading lady in a sleek silver sequined dress with an asymmetric hem.
Shopping in 2003
When she's not performing or walking the red carpet, Britney can usually be found in comfortable sweats like this this bright blue velour tracksuit.
2003 MTV Video Music Awards
Britney's performance at the 2003 MTV Video Music Awards is one of her most memorable of all time thanks to this outfit and her kiss with Madonna.
"The Circus Starring Britney Spears" Tour in 2009
Britney's Circus album brought a lot of ringleader-inspired jackets, and we didn't mind one bit.