Willow Smith practically grew up on the red carpet attending premieres for her parents’ films since at least the age of four. Now, Willow is a star in her own right as a musician, actress, and occasional designer.
She’s also been a regular front-row guest at the shows of European houses like Louis Vuitton, Chanel, and Dior. But through it all, she’s stayed true to her own personal style: always wearing plenty of black, Doc Martens boots, and taking on a commitment to executing full hair and makeup looks that will make her ensembles stand out, without fail. Here, take a look back at how Willow’s style has evolved over the years.
2024: Bad Boys: Ride Or Die Premiere
Willow and her mom Jada brought some major high-fashion to the premiere of Will’s movie, Bad Boys: Ride or Die, in 2024.
2024: Met Gala
The singer tapped into the no pants trend at the 2024 Met Gala, wearing a satin suit jacket from Dior and not much else.
2023: GQ Australia Men of the Year Awards
Shirts are optional when it comes to Willow’s take on the classic suit.
2022: Emancipation Premiere
The singer blinged-out her Stella McCartney pants to attend the 2022 Emancipation premiere.
2022: Vanity Fair Oscar Party
For the Vanity Fair Oscars bash, Willow went bold in a sequined David Koma bra top that she paired with high-waisted pants and tiny glasses.
2021: King Richard Premiere
Willow wore her sustainable fashion line, MSFTS, alongside her brother Jaden—with whom she co-owns the brand.
2021: The Life is Beautiful Music & Art Festival
In case there were any questions about Willow fully embracing her pop punk era, here’s the musician performing onstage in Las Vegas wearing a hot pink dress and black combat boots.
2021: “Happier Than Ever: The Destination” Celebration
Pictured here with Tyler Cole, the musician pairs black leather with a rainbow sherbet two-piece.
2020: Savage x Fenty Show Vol. 2
Willow’s look for Rihanna’s Fenty show fit her personal style perfectly: thigh-high black socks, Doc Martens, and just a hint of skin beneath black satin.
2019: Aladdin Premiere
Supporting her father’s role in the Aladdin live-action Disney film, Willow appeared at the premiere wearing the Romanian streetwear label Seen Users.
2019: The Willow & Erys Tour
Breaking from her usual wardrobe palette of black, black, and more black, Willow donned a technicolor neon bodysuit for her concert at The Novo in Los Angeles. Her Doc Martens boots, of course, were still in rotation.
2019: The Environmental Media Association Gala
Cut-outs on a black bodysuit are given a heavy metal touch with ring closures.
2019: Louis Vuitton Show
Willow has high-level tastes for graphic tees and at the Louis Vuitton fall 2019 presentation, she showcased her affinity with a modern take on a t-shirt.
2018: Christian Dior Show
The musician and actress put a ladylike spin on her personal style with a Dior vest, sheer pleated skirt, and mules.
2017: NYX FACE Awards
Denim cut-offs, Chuck Taylor sneakers, and a leather moto jacket scream rock and roll.
2017: Chanel Show
For a visit to Tokyo to attend Chanel’s Metiers d’Arts show, Willow channeled some Harajuku vibes for her hairstyle.
2016: Chanel Show
Willow’s Chanel gown gives texture to a monochrome look.
2016: Met Gala
The newly-minted Chanel brand ambassador attended the 2016 Met Gala dressed like a fabulous rockstar in a black-and-white speckled coat, matching crop top, and black satin capri pants.
2015: Chanel Show
Willow channeled Karl Lagerfeld in fingerless gloves and a black, white, and gray look at Paris Fashion Week.
2015: Chanel Show
At the Chanel fall 2016 couture show, Willow wore a modern green pantsuit from the brand that she accessorized with moto gloves and brogues.
2015: Black Girls Rock
Smith looked effortlessly stylish at the 2015 Black Girls Rock Awards in a heather gray pantsuit with a cropped turtleneck, shiny gray socks, and black block heels.
2013: After Earth Premiere
WIllow looked incredibly chic in a monochromatic black-and-white look at the premiere of After Earth.
2013: The Hunger Games: Catching Fire Los Angeles Premiere
At the L.A. premiere of The Hunger Games: Catching Fire, the singer looked chic and retro in a printed multi-colored overcoat.
2012: The BET Awards
Returning to her edgy roots, the singer attended the 2012 BET Awards wearing a sleeveless graphic sweater, cut-out leggings, and Chanel combat boots.
2012: The Karate Kid Premiere
Willow hit the red carpet at the premiere of The Karate Kid in 2010 wearing a quintessential rock-and-roll look.
2012: The BET Honors Awards
Willow looked like a princess in a short-sleeved yellow gown, a small black clutch, and minimal jewelry.
2011: BET Awards
Paying homage to her dad at the 2011 BET Awards, Willow donned a heart-shaped braided hairstyle, a yellow Fresh Prince t-shirt, black short and red blazer.
2007: I Am Legend Premiere
Pictured here with her older brother Jaden at the premiere of I Am Legend in 2007, Willow wore a black velvet pantsuit with a coordinating headband for the occasion.
2006: The Seat Filler Premiere
Willow attended another film premiere, this time for The Seat Filler in 2006, hand-in-hand with her mom Jada Pinkett Smith.
2004: Shark Tale Premiere
At the premiere of Shark Tale in 2004, Willow wore a pink tweed blazer (Chanel, were you paying attention?) and a big smile in her dad’s arms.