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Hayley Williams’ Pop-Punk Style Evolution On The Red Carpet

The lead songstress has always had eclectic style.

by India Roby

Whether it’s her colorful hair or a statement piece, Hayley Williams has always stood out on the red carpet. Not only is she known for being the lead singer of Paramore with a successful solo career, but the pop-punk songstress has served plenty of style inspiration over the years. While sticking to her authentic taste in fashion, Williams is known for rocking punk-inspired ‘fits, androgynous silhouettes, and fashion-forward dresses.

Ahead, check out her style evolution and best fashion moments on the red carpet.

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2009, MTV VMAs

The Paramore singer opted for a black graphic tee tucked into an A-line printed mini skirt with black flats to the 2009 MTV VMAs.

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2010, People’s Choice Awards

Wearing a black structured dress adorned in white bows by Chelsea Rebelle and black heels at the 2010 People’s Choice Awards.

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2010, Grammy Awards

Wearing a sparkly mini dress and black heels with the rest of Paramore at the 2010 Grammy Awards.

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2010, MTV VMAs

Wearing a floral-embellished mini dress from Miu Miu with open-toed pumps.

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2010, MTV EMAs

Wearing a distressed see-through top with baggy black pants and knee-high boots to the 2010 MTV EMAs.

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2010, Grammy Nominations Concert

Wearing a white tee with an olive green cardigan, black pants, and red boots by Dr. Martens to the 2010 Grammy Nominations Concert in Los Angeles.

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2010, Jingle Ball

Wearing a black dress with buttons, a green cardigan, white stockings, and red boots by Dr. Martens to the 2010 Jingle Ball in New York City.

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2011, Grammy Awards

Wearing a mesh and sparkly mini dress with hot pink fur with printed tights and black heels to the 2011 Grammy Awards.

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2011, Elle’s Women In Music Event

Wearing a black-and-white striped dress with black sandals and a leopard-printed clutch to the 2011 Elle’s Women In Music Event.

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2011, MusiCares MAP Fund Benefit Concert

Williams wore a white graphic tee under short silver overalls, along with her signature cross-printed tights and black Adidas sneakers to the 2011 MusiCares benefit concert.

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2013, NYLON x Boss Orange Escape House

In 2013, the NYLON cover star wore a Jeremy Scott dress with yellow undergarments, black brogues, and purple polka-dot ankle socks.

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2013, MTV Movie Awards

At the 2013 MTV Movie Awards wearing a striped Topshop crop top and a black Zara jumpsuit, along with black buckled boots, red socks, and a white clutch.

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2013, Teen Choice Awards

Wearing a white buckled top over a black bandeau and leather skirt to the 2013 Teen Choice Awards with a pair of studded black sandals.

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2013, Hard Rock PINKTOBER Event

Wearing a sheer white button-up with a harness, cheetah-printed cardigan, and black leather leggings to Hard Rock’s Pinktober event. She finished her look with black ballet flats.

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2014, DIRECTV’s Celebrity Beach Bowl

The singer was seen back in 2014 rocking an all-black look, including a maxi dress with a leather jacket, leggings, and black boots to DIRECTV's Celebrity Beach Bowl in New York City.

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2014, Gibson Brands AP Music Awards

Wearing a Unif neoprene dress and green Iron Fist zombie pumps to the 2014 Gibson Brands AP Music Awards.

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2014, iHeartRadio Music Festival

Wearing a black-and-white checkered set to the 2014 iHeartRadio Music Festival, along with black tights and platform boots.

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2014, CBS Radio’s We Can Survive at the Hollywood Bowl

In 2014, the Paramore singer wore a shimmery black short-sleeve top with black pants and boots to CBS Radio’s We Can Survive at the Hollywood Bowl.

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2014, Billboard Women in Music Luncheon

Wearing a white ensemble with black sandals to the 2014 Billboard Women In Music Luncheon in New York City.

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2019, Beautycon

Wearing a white jumpsuit, sneakers, and a thick gold chain to Beautycon in 2019.

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2019, Sephoria: House of Beauty

In 2019, Williams wore a puffy tiered red dress, red platform sandals, and green mesh socks to SEPHORiA’s House of Beauty in Los Angeles.

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2020, SiriusXM Studios

Wearing a head-to-toe black look with beaded details by KkCo with black shoes to SiriusXM Studios in 2020.

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