Contents
- 1 Paris Olympics, 2024
- 2 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue Launch Party, 2024
- 3 CFDA Fashion Awards, 2023
- 4 'Vanity Fair' Oscars Party, 2020
- 5 Ralph Lauren show, 2018
- 6 Central Park Conservancy Luncheon, 2018
- 7 New York Fashion Week, 2010
- 8 New York Fashion Week, 2007
- 9 Met Gala, 2001
- 10 MTV Video Music Awards, 1997
- 11 At a Party in East Hampton, 1995
- 12 At an Oscars Party, 1993
- 13 In New York City, 1991
- 14 At an event in New York City, 1984
- 15 At home in Connecticut, 1976
No one rocks a pantsuit like her.
There are few celebrities whose names are also considered a noun and a verb—but national treasure Martha Stewart is one such person.
An influencer before that was even a concept, the New Jersey-born media personality reaches up to 100 million people around the world each month, according to the Public Broadcasting Service, helping them to enhance their lives with her dispatches on everything from cooking and entertaining to home renovating, pet care, and crafting. Hence we can say that something is “so Martha Stewart” or “we’re Martha Stewart-ing this weekend,” and everyone will know what we mean.
Beyond her undeniable prowess as the domestic doyenne, the mogul has cemented herself as an unwavering fashion and beauty icon. A staple presence on the New York City social and philanthropy scene, as well as an attendee at tent pole fashion, pop culture, entertainment, and sporting events throughout the year, she’s proving that not only do blondes have more fun, but octogenarians have even more.
Read on to revisit some of her most famous fashion moments over the decades, so you too can be “a little more Martha” next time you get dressed.
Paris Olympics, 2024
The picture that set the internet alight. Stewart and Snoop reunited at the Olympics in Paris this summer, knocking it out of the park in matching equestrian-esque outfits while supporting Team USA.
Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue Launch Party, 2024
Stewart lit up the red carpet this summer to celebrate the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue. Looking phenomenal in metallics and silks, Stewart showed exactly why the title has ushered her into its hall of fame.
CFDA Fashion Awards, 2023
Another member of Stewart’s inner circle who needs little introduction is Dennis Basso, the go-to designer for the Upper East Side’s most well-heeled. Most recently, Stewart accompanied Basso to the CFDA Awards, dressed in an elegant sequin trouser suit by the man himself.
'Vanity Fair' Oscars Party, 2020
Stewart ditched the pantsuit for a black mini dress courtesy of designer Giambattista Valli at the Vanity Fair Oscars Party in 2020. The dress featured delightfully dramatic sheer sleeves; Stewart choose muted gold accessories to complete the look.
Ralph Lauren show, 2018
For a queen, a regal purple outfit is only fitting. Stewart stepped out in style to support another national treasure, Ralph Lauren, as the designer celebrated his 50th anniversary show in Central Park in 2018.
Central Park Conservancy Luncheon, 2018
One event that appears to be a favorite of the lifestyle guru is the annual Frederick Law Olmsted Awards Luncheon hosted by the Central Park Conservatory—also known as the “Hat luncheon” among the clique. Year after year, we can rely on Stewart to put her best foot, and headgear, forward.
New York Fashion Week, 2010
While you never know where you’ll see her next, one thing is for sure: Stewart is an NYFW front-row fixture….and always impeccably turned out, might we add. In 2010, she went for a chic black-and-white outfit with gold details.
New York Fashion Week, 2007
Stewart changed up her beauty look ever so slightly for NYFW in 2007, pushing her signature blonde bangs out of her face and pairing them with a navy skirt suit instead of her standard pantsuit. She completed the look with simple black pumps.
Met Gala, 2001
A stalwart of the red carpet, Stewart sticks to simple and chic silhouettes and tones that work for her and complement her coloring, such as her go-to golds, beiges, creams, and taupes. Here she is pictured in a shimmering number at the 2001 Met Gala.
MTV Video Music Awards, 1997
Stewart stuck to her love of the pantsuit at the 1997 MTV Music Video Awards. This time, she donned an monochromatic brown ensemble, complete with sky-high strappy heels.
At a Party in East Hampton, 1995
In this 1995 snap, Stewart is every TikTok trend rolled into one. Here, she’s pictured at a themed party in the Hamptons (where else!) giving coastal cowboy before Gen Z was even born.
At an Oscars Party, 1993
Give her all the awards! At a 1993 Oscars bash, Stewart exuded classic style in an outfit that held its own against Hollywood heavyweights. While gowns are a staple of Oscars parties, Stewart's bet on a pantsuit makes it a standout outfit.
In New York City, 1991
In this moodboard-worthy image from a movie premiere in 1991, Stewart is a quintessential relatable 1990s style star in bleached denim, a crisp white tee, a power shoulder blazer, pumps, and a Louis Vuitton monogrammed tote. Is this your next airport look?
At an event in New York City, 1984
She’s been omnipresent on the New York social scene for decades, and with a style as flawless as hers, we’re unsurprised the camera flashbulbs still go crazy each time. In an early appearance, Stewart is the epitome of elegance in a draped long-sleeve dress with ultra-1980s shoulder pads and chunky embellished brooches on the sash.
At home in Connecticut, 1976
It’s no surprise to hear that Stewart dipped her toe in the world of fame by modeling back in the 1970s. Pictured here on the grounds of her Connecticut home with her geese in 1976, she’s the blueprint for the type of campaign star slow fashion brands would be clamoring to discover today.