Madonna has always been known for making people talk (or gasp) about her appearance since she first appeared on the scene in the 1980s. Whether it’s the usage of controversial crosses, cone bras, or unabashedly sensual outfits, the Queen of Pop has mastered the art of stunning people through fashion. Take a look back at some of Madonna’s most daring fashion decisions during her career.
1987- On her ‘Who’s That Girl?’ tour in gold and black nipple tassels by Jean Paul Gaultier. 1987-Madonna wore a crimson outfit and headpiece covered with hundreds of little things ranging from dolls to plastic grapes and buttons in one of her more rarely-seen performance outfits from the 1980s. 1990-On the “Blonde Ambition” tour in a beaded bra and headpiece. 1990-On her “Blonde Ambition” tour, Madonna unveiled the now iconic cone bra by Jean Paul Gaultier, instantly shocking everyone. 1991-She made headlines at the 1991 Oscars, emulating Marilyn Monroe in a glam appearance with Michael Jackson by her side. 1994-Madonna walked the runway for Jean Paul Gaultier while pulling a baby carriage, dressed in a sheer, gold-embellished gown. 1999- In a red Jean Paul Gaultier kimono during her performance of “Nothing Really Matters” at the 1999 Grammy Awards. 2012-During her Super Bowl Halftime Show performance, Madonna was clad in gold gladiator-inspired pieces while sitting on top of a gigantic golden throne. 2016-The Queen of Pop defended her see-through Givenchy dress against ageist critics at the 2016 Met Gala, claiming she’ll continue to express her sexuality no matter her age. 2018- Madonna wore a cross headdress and a black gown with a large sheer cross across her chest for the Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination theme.
