Style Evolution: Sarah Jessica Parker

<strong>The New York Kids show rehearsal, 1980, New York</strong> In her early days of fame, the 15-year-old actress dresses like a typical teen in a button-down, cords, and a Fair Isle cardi.

Style Evolution: Sarah Jessica Parker

<strong>MTV Movie Awards, 1993</strong> The star flaunted her slim frame in this daring white jumpsuit with thigh-high slits. Talk about a fashion risk.

Style Evolution: Sarah Jessica Parker

<strong>18th Annual American Fashion Awards, 1999, New York</strong> SJP showed off her amazing legs in this utility-inspired outfit consisting of a satin corset, micro shorts and black heels back in 1999.

Style Evolution: Sarah Jessica Parker

<strong>52nd Annual Primetime Emmy Awards, 2000, L.A.</strong> This feathered ballerina frock - with floral armband - by Oscar de la Renta divided fashion critics, with some praising the playful look and others criticising the actress for her "wacky" choice.

Style Evolution: Sarah Jessica Parker

<strong>7th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards, 2001, L.A.</strong> SJP took home a statue for Outstanding Female Performance on Sex and the City at the 2001 SAGs, and bared her enviable six-pack in an embellished bandeau top.

Style Evolution: Sarah Jessica Parker

<strong>59th Annual Golden Globe Awards, 2002, L.A.</strong> Parker got an award for acting, but no marks for style on this occasion: the embellished Chanel jumpsuit with voluminous overskirt looks too tent-like on the red carpet. The star's cute bob and camellia accessory are a sweet touch, though.

Style Evolution: Sarah Jessica Parker

<strong>Sex and the City Season 5 premiere, 2002</strong> The pregnant star shows off her curves - and gorgeous glow - in this fitted pink empire-line dress.

Style Evolution: Sarah Jessica Parker

<strong>60th Annual Golden Globes, 2003, L.A.</strong> Garish makeup, a cheap-looking bustier top and satin trousers plunge this look into disastrous fashion territory for the star.

Style Evolution: Sarah Jessica Parker

<strong>Sex and the City premiere, 2003, New York</strong> The star works a romantic silhouette in a frilly frock and velvet jacket, and adds some kooky accessories like fishnet tights and clashing red suede peep-toes. Her tendency to funkify a classic look with an unusual accessory is already apparent.

Style Evolution: Sarah Jessica Parker

<strong>55th Annual Emmy Awards, 2003, L.A.</strong> The actress has a red carpet hit in this strapless Chanel confection at the 2003 Emmy Awards - the flawless hair, makeup and accessories make this her best look to date.

Style Evolution: Sarah Jessica Parker

<strong>Christian Dior show, 2004, Paris</strong> This daring ensemble with exaggerated poufy sleeves that SJP chooses for the Dior spring/summer couture show could veer towards costume-y on the majority of people, but Parker looks chic and polished.

Style Evolution: Sarah Jessica Parker

<strong>61st Annual Golden Globes, 2004, L.A.</strong> The star scores a fashion hit - and takes home an award - in this intricately embellished dress from one of her go-to labels, Chanel.

Style Evolution: Sarah Jessica Parker

<strong>New York City Ballet spring gala, 2004, New York</strong> The ballet fan (she is a classically trained dancer, after all) injected some fresh appeal to Upper East Side chic in this eye-catching cocktail dress by Oscar de la Renta.

Style Evolution: Sarah Jessica Parker

<strong>CFDA Fashion Awards, 2004, New York</strong> Parker hits all the right notes in this lace, satin and tulle retro ballgown from vintage Hollywood costumier Howard Greer back in 2004.

Style Evolution: Sarah Jessica Parker

<strong>1th Annual Screen Actor's Guild Awards, 2005, L.A.</strong> SJP doesn't necessarily do the floor-length thing at the big awards shows, but that doesn't make her look any less elegant. We love her in this polka dot frock by Yves Saint Laurent.

Style Evolution: Sarah Jessica Parker

<strong>Costume Institute Gala, 2006, New York</strong> Sarah Jessica Parker in Alexander McQueen's tartan-and-tulle ball gown. A match made in iconic fashion history and one of SJP's best-ever looks.

Style Evolution: Sarah Jessica Parker

<strong>Film Society of Lincoln Center's 34th Annual Gala Tribute to Diane Keaton, 2007, New York</strong> The actress takes a style cue from alter-ego Carrie Bradshaw with wild curls and eye-grabbing accessories at this event in 2007, which she teams with a figure-skimming Peter Soronen dress.

Style Evolution: Sarah Jessica Parker

<strong>Valentino 45th Anniversary celebrations, 2007, Rome</strong> The star dazzles in Valentino as she celebrates the designer at a fashion show and exhibition for him in Rome. The jacket is a little fusty, but it looks elegant rather than ageing on the star.

Style Evolution: Sarah Jessica Parker

<strong>Smart People screening, 2008, New York</strong> We love the way SJP plays with colour and proportion in this vibrant Jil Sander jacket, navy Marni top and fitted leather leggings.

Style Evolution: Sarah Jessica Parker

<strong>Sex and the City: The Movie world premiere, 2008, London</strong> Sarah Jessica cuts a striking figure in this green strapless chiffon Alexander McQueen dress and elaborate butterfly fascinator by Philip Treacy. Without a doubt, one of her most memorable red carpet looks.

Style Evolution: Sarah Jessica Parker

<strong>Sex and the City: The Movie premiere, 2008, New York</strong> Parker stuns in this silver metallic Nina Ricci frock, designed by Olivier Theyskens. But the actress was disappointed when she learned the fashion house had allowed her to wear a "repeat" dress that socialite Lauren Santo Domingo had worn to the Met Ball and Lindsay Lohan had sported in a Disney advertising campaign.

Style Evolution: Sarah Jessica Parker

<strong>Sex and the City: The Movie - Extended Cut DVD launch event, 2008, New York</strong> The actress works a sexed-up Holly Golightly look on the red carpet, with sheer gloves, funky red peep-toes and a polished updo. Not one of our favourite looks from the star.

Style Evolution: Sarah Jessica Parker

<strong>Mobile Art: Chanel Contemporary Art Container party, 2008, New York</strong> SJP adds a subversive touch to her Grecian slip-dress by Chanel with funky two-tone tights from the French fashion house.

Style Evolution: Sarah Jessica Parker

<strong>81st Academy Awards, 2009, L.A.</strong> The star looks breathtaking in this modern-day princess gown by Dior Haute Couture. Easily one of the best looks of the 2009 Oscars.

Style Evolution: Sarah Jessica Parker

<strong>Did You Hear About the Morgans? Premiere, 2009, London</strong> The star shows off her enviable physique in this fuchsia jacquard L'Wren Scott mini-dress and purple Charlotte Olympia heels.

Style Evolution: Sarah Jessica Parker

<strong>82nd Annual Academy Awards, 2010, L.A.</strong> SJP rocks this pale yellow Chanel Haute Couture Grecian goddess dress at the 2010 Oscars. In addition to Fred Leighton jewels, she's accessorized with a Chanel temporary tattoo trompe d'oeil bracelet.

Style Evolution: Sarah Jessica Parker

<strong>Sex and the City 2 world premiere, 2010, New York</strong> SJP scores another fashion hit in this floaty yellow cut-out dress by Valentino.

Style Evolution: Sarah Jessica Parker

<strong>Sex and the City 2 premiere, 2010, London</strong> The star pays homage to her late friend Alexander McQueen in this striking bubble gown from the designer, topped off with a feathery fascinator by Philip Treacy.

Style Evolution: Sarah Jessica Parker

<strong>Alexander McQueen memorial service, 2010, London</strong> The actress attends her friend Alexander McQueen's funeral in 2010 dressed impeccably in the late designer's chiffon dress and structured jacket.

Style Evolution: Sarah Jessica Parker

Style Evolution: Sarah Jessica Parker

Style Evolution: Sarah Jessica Parker

Style Evolution: Sarah Jessica Parker