Pop Princesses: Top 10 artists with the best style

From industry titans making a comeback to new talents rising to the global stage, 2024 has been, without a doubt, the year of the pop girl. Both seasoned and up-and-coming musicians have been heavily leaning into the pop star vibe giving us a year’s worth of unforgettable looks and fashion moments.

In 2024 pop stardom has more than one look: Billie Eilish’s oversized, menswear-inspired style, Sabrina Carpenter’s old Hollywood references, and Addison Rae’s Y2K pop princess aesthetic all coexist in today’s pop landscape. And while pop stardom has been generally regarded as a US-only affair, international stars like South Africa’s own Tyla and Thai K-Pop sensation Lisa are on the rise.

The pop girls are really giving it their all this year pushing the boundaries of fashion and art. Here are the ten pop princesses with the best style according to us.

Charli xcx’s name has been on everyone’s mouth this year, and for very good reason. Since the release of her album Brat this June, the British pop star has been everywhere, captivating audiences worldwide with her grunge-inspired, party-girl look. Even when she’s not performing, Charli’s style is always edgy and rebellious: big black boots and black sunglasses are a must.

She might be only 21, but there’s no doubt that singer-songwriter Olivia Rodrigo is a star in her own right. After breaking streaming and chart records with her debut album Sour, Rodrigo is now about to wrap up the world tour for her sophomore project, Guts. While touring the world, the pop star has blessed us with many chill-yet-chic off-duty looks—and Instagram dumps of her travels.

The biggest artist of 2024 needs no introduction—if you’re not obsessed with Taylor Swift, you certainly know plenty of people who are. Her record-breaking Eras Tour is about to wrap up in December, but it’s safe to say that the artist already has something special planned for the Swifties. For being one of the most commercially successful artists alive, Swift’s style is surprisingly simple and accessible: described by her fans as “liberal arts college”-inspired, the pop star expertly pairs affordable brands like House of CB with designer pieces.

Midwest princess Chappell Roan is hands-down the breakout star of 2024, no doubt about that. Thanks to her unabashedly sapphic music and elaborate on-stage persona, the Missouri native has quickly gained a massive following, with many of her songs and performances going viral on TikTok. Chappell describes her style as “campy” and credits drag queens and drag culture as the main inspiration behind her over-the-top looks.

From opening for the Eras Tour to releasing her sixth album Short ‘n Sweet, it’s fair to say that Sabrina Carpenter is having a pretty good year. Much like Chappell Roan, Carpenter is responsible for a good half of the sounds currently trending on TikTok, including the viral hit Espresso. On stage and IRL, Sabrina’s style is sexy and irreverent with a vintage twist; on the red carpet, she often channels old Hollywood glamour. The self-described “pocket-sized pop star” stands at 5 feet square— she’s the representation petite girls deserve!

A singer, songwriter, and award-winning dancer, rising star Tate McRae is one to watch. Hailing from Calgary, Canada, McRae got her start in the dancing competition So You Think You Can Dance, and recently became the youngest singer to be featured in Forbes’ 30 Under 30. A style chameleon, the 21-year-old is as fond of a micro-mini skirt as a comfortable pair of oversized jeans.

Johannesburg, South Africa native Tyla has just made her big debut on the world stage, and is already breaking records: just in the last two years, her hit single Water has sparked a viral TikTok challenge, she has won a Grammy for Best African Music Performance, and wowed fashion fanatics all around the world at the 2024 Met Gala. Her style is Y2K pop star perfection and draws inspiration from none other than Rihanna.

Speaking of Y2K perfection, TikToker-turned-pop star Addison Rae also knows a thing or two about the fashion of the early 2000s. From the Hype House to Charli xcx and Troye Sivan’s SWEAT Tour, Addison is on the path to becoming the next pop sensation. Her style is very reminiscent of pop icon Britney Spears with a lot of tongue-in-cheek athleisure, low-waisted jeans, and peep-toe heels.

Not many people can consider themselves pop veterans at 22, but Billie Eilish certainly can. Her third studio album Hit Me Hard and Soft came out in May of this year and the supporting world tour has just begun last month. Regarding her style, Eilish has always been committed to being her own kind of pop princess, which means not compromising on her baggy, boyish style.

A member of the legendary K-Pop girl group Blackpink, Lalisa Manobal—known by the mononym Lisa—is the Thai star ready to go big. 2024 marks the beginning of Lisa’s solo career, her acting debut in HBO’s The White Lotus, and the birth of her own management company, Lloud Co. As she blossoms into a red carpet star, Lisa’s style projects confidence and true rockstar swagger.