Missy Elliott's 15 Most Iconic Looks, In Honor of Her MTV VMA Video Vanguard Award
Missy Elliot is the definition of icon. Since her electrifying debut on the music scene in the mid-’90s she’s been an absolute force: a creative genius, a rap icon, an incredibly talented producer, and a bonafide style star. Who could forget those trash bag pantsuits and those head-to-toe Adidas ‘fits? Missy has a style all her own, and it constantly surprises and delights us with her playful use of color, menswear-inspired pieces, and her signature hoop earrings.
Missy has made her mark on the music and fashion worlds both in her solo work and the catchy creations she’s worked on with artists like Lizzo, Ciara, and the late Aaliyah. (Lizzo loves Missy so much that her collab with the musician for her song “Tempo” fulfilled a lifelong dream.) Plus, can we talk about her music videos? If you’ve seen the vids for “Get Ur Freak On,” “Work It,” or “Lose Control,” you know what we mean. They’re a little weird, a little wacky, and always mind-blowing, which is why Missy is being honored with the prestigious MTV Video Vanguard Award at this year’s Video Music Awards on August 26. We’ve rounded up some of her best fashion looks to celebrate.