Although it's been 13 years since Amy Winehouse's tragic death, the singer's legacy is still palpable. In 2022, it was announced that Fifty Shades of Grey director Sam Taylor-Johnson would be at the helm of a new biopic on Winehouse, and that day will finally come on May 17. The highly anticipated delve into the late English starlet's life will give the world an even more intimate look at her rise and fall, reminding us of her remarkable contribution to music. From her deep, rugged contralto voice to those signature winged eyes, Winehouse was truly unforgettable, especially her style.
The You Know I'm No Good songstress often gravitated to retro-inspired pieces for her stage style, that were originally made by her costume designer and close friend, Naomi Parry. Having worked with the singer for only three years, Parry wanted to elevate the sartorial personality that Winehouse initially embraced. "Her look had started to develop during her early years in Camden, largely influenced by the characters living there—the rockabillies, punks, ska and indie kids," Parry has said. As for off-duty, Winehouse's regularly donned simple tanks, skinny jeans, and peep-toe pumps.
Ahead of the film's release date, we've gathered some of Winehouse's best fashion moments from her affinity for sweetheart necklines to Armani Privé minidresses.
Amy Winehouse at the 2005 BRIT Awards
A then 24-year old Winehouse debuted her infamous winged black eyeliner look in at the 2005 BRIT Awards, wearing a multi-colored oriental print dress featuring black corset detailing. She accessorized with black-and-white, peep-toe heels, a navy-and-black Louis Vuitton bag, and red nails.
Amy Winehouse at the 2007 BRIT Awards
Two years later, Winehouse proudly rocked one of her most memorable looks to date—a yellow minidress with gold jewelry, unconventional red french nails, and her infamous red Moschino heart-shaped bag.
Amy Winehouse at the 2007 BRIT Awards
Even rehearsals were a fashion show for the singer as she prepared for the BRIT Awards in a red-and-black dress with a tiered skirt.
Amy Winehouse at the 2007 Nationwide Mercury Prize Awards
During the Nationwide Mercury Prize Awards, Winehouse wore a green, pink, blue, and pastel yellow minidress with chiffon fabric intertwined throughout.
Amy Winehouse at the 2007 MTV Europe Music Awards
The Valerie singer also understood denim's staying power and donned a minidress with a wide-buckle belt.
Amy Winehouse at the Shepherd's Bush Empire Concert
Winehouse cemented minidresses as her signature performance-wear, and this grey dress and black chunky belt for the Shepherd's Bush Empire concert was no different.
Amy Winehouse at the 2008 V Festival
Winehouse took the V Festival stage in an abstract-printed dress complete with her signature, a sweetheart neckline.
Amy Winehouse at the 2008 Glastonbury Festival
Winehouse performed at the Glastonbury Festival in a sparkly, sequined navy number with her go-to beehive hairdo adorned with cocktail umbrellas.
Amy Winehouse at Lollapalooza
Winehouse rocked classic black and white gingham with red straps at Lolllapalooza.
Amy Winehouse at Koko
While her style was primarily goth, Winehouse even gravitated to florals ever so often, most notably with this red-and-black dress that featured a corset waist.
