Zendaya fashion can be summed up in a few key words: “Valentino”, “monochrome”, and “iconic”. This beautiful actress knows what’s what in the fashion world and never fails to deliver.
In all honesty, we could probably write a whole article just on Zendaya’s iconic outfits. Or even Zendaya’s casual outfits. But instead, we’ll sum it up with Zendaya’s most fashionable clothes of the year. Read on for all of her coolest clothing styles as well as the details of each fit.
1. Crystal-Embellished Catsuit at The Valentino Show in Paris
We already know Zendaya counts Valentino as one of her favorite brands and she stole the spotlight once again at the Valentino Show in Paris earlier this year. Wearing a see-through bodysuit adorned with sparkling crystals, she paired the look with black tiny shorts, metallic silver heels, and a black blazer complete with the signature Valentino “V” emblem.
This look actually turned out to be a preview for the upcoming Valentino collection, which the brand then shared on Instagram. We’d pair it with a stylish Valentino scent like Valentino Donna Rosa Verde.
2. Custom Valentino Ball Gown at the 2022 Emmys
Spoiler alert: many of the best Zendaya outfits of 2022 come from Valentino, including this awe-inspiring black, floor-length ball gown. Inspired by both Grace Kelly and Linda Evangelista, this incredible outfit wowed the audience with its subtle train and peplum design.
Fusing both 1950s and 1980s clothes styles, this is definitely one of Zendaya’s iconic looks of the year. Such a dress could only be paired with a dazzling perfume, so we’ve chosen Prada Amber.
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3. Vibrant Moschino for the VOGUE Italia July 2022 Issue
It’s hard to pick just one outfit from Zendaya’s wonderful VOGUE Italia July 2022 photoshoot but her bright pink Moschino dress might just be our favorite of the lot. She paired the chiffon mini dress with a lace-up patent bodysuit complete with vibrant laces and zippers.
Zendaya’s also a big fan of Bvlgari jewels, so she finished this summer outfit with the brand’s “Octogonal Wonder” sapphire and emerald diamond ring as well as a few other key pieces. We’d add a spritz of Bvlgari Goldea The Roman Night to complete it.
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4. Vintage Roberto Cavalli at the Ballon d’Or Ceremony in Paris
Zendaya’s skeleton-inspired dress has widely been considered her coolest look yet and we’d definitely pin it towards the top of the list when it comes to the best Zendaya outfits of 2022. This vintage Roberto Cavalli dress dates back to 2000 and was worn at The Ballon d’Or ceremony in Paris.
Harper’s Bazaar pointed out that this unique dress was “re-edited” by the label’s creative director, Fausto Puglisi, who was also responsible for Lady Gaga’s breathtaking crystal looks. This golden outfit deserves a golden scent like Gold Edition Oud by Pascal Morabito.
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5. Suited Up Sharp in Sportmax at the 2022 Vanity Fair Oscars After Party
Fall outfits look a little more sophisticated when Zendaya’s involved, and this Sportmax suit proves that once and for all. Worn to the 2022 Vanity Fair Oscars after-party, Zendaya wore this sleek, sharp suit with tailored trousers and a leather tie.
Underneath, she paired a deep maroon shirt, adding a classy dash of color to an otherwise monochrome outfit. Those seriously cool knuckle-duster rings you might be able to spy? Those came courtesy of Bvlgari, of course. This suit needs a high-powered scent like Burberry London.
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6. Red Custom Valentino at the HBO Max Emmys Afterparty
Thought Zendaya was done with Valentino for the year? Not so fast! This glorious red custom Valentino dress deserves at least a few minutes of appreciation. Worn at the HBO Max Emmys afterparty, Zendaya turned heads with its off-the-shoulder design, plunging neckline, and tight fit.
The flowing skirt just adds a little extra *chef’s kiss* to the whole thing. This “lady in red” look needs a mind-blowing scent with an evening appeal. So we’ve chosen Lady Million by Paco Rabanne to go with it.
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7. White Silk Custom Loewe at Paris Fashion Week
Part flower, part dress. All eyes were on Zendaya when she rocked up at Paris Fashion Week wearing an unplaceable white outfit. The Zendaya dress in question? Part of Loewe’s up-and-coming collection, which the brand cleverly previewed IRL on the star.
This beautiful white silk dress came complete with a giant lily petal on the bodice, propelling Zendaya forward and into the wide eyes of everyone around. We could only pair this sort of outfit with a floral scent, so we’ve chosen L’air Du Temps by Nina Ricci.
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Our Favorite Celeb Looks: Final Thoughts
Now that we’ve talked you through all of the best Zendaya outfits of 2022, we can start counting down the days until this gorgeous actress starts blessing us with her 2023 looks. While we’re waiting, you can head to Perfume.com to choose a new, Zendaya-inspired fragrance.
Georgie Darling is a freelance lifestyle and travel writer from London, England. Her work has been published in ELLE, Yahoo, Red, Grazia, and Tripadvisor, amongst others. When she’s not writing, Georgie spends most of her time travelling to new countries and scuba diving. She’s been an avid fragrance lover since a young age and considers Alaïa by Alaïa Paris to be her signature scent.
