Christina Aguilera Makes a Convincing Case to Wear a Purse as a Skirt

Christina Aguilera's got a bag of (fashion) tricks.

There's no denying the pop star is known for her bold sense of style, wearing everything from assless chaps to sexy pin-up looks over the years. Now, she's pushed the boundaries even further by donning a purse as a skirt.

Xtina modeled her sparkly pink micro-mini in an Aug. 1 Instagram, which looked like a replica of an Hermès Birkin bag with its shape, rolled handles and lock closure design. However, the Grammy winner's statement piece wasn't from the French brand. Instead, the purse skirt was a creation from Namilia's spring/summer 2024 collection. 

To keep the focus on the shimmery number, Christina paired her look with a simple fitted black tee, clear sandal heels and large sunglasses.

And as for her glam? The "Genie in a Bottle" singer threw it back to the '90s with a glossy brown lip and a tousled updo à la Pamela Anderson.

Of course, the 42-year-old has never been afraid to break the fashion and beauty rules.

Just last year, she opened up about her iconic "Dirrty" era and the mayhem she caused with her risqué looks during that time.

"I was just so into not conforming," she told Vogue in October 2022. "I wanted the over-the-top look."

She continued, "It was very much at the time something that never would have been accepted on a red carpet, but that was part of my love of the rebelliousness of knowing that it offended certain people, people that were like 'how could she?'"

For Christina, stepping away from her previous good-girl image gave her a sense of freedom that she hadn't felt before.

"I wanted this album to embrace every different part of being a woman," she explained of her Stripped style. "From feeling empowered and strong, owning my sexuality, and not from what a guy thinks it should be. There's such a rule book that we need to look a certain way, act a certain way, be sexy but not too sexy, be a good girl, but not too good, because that's boring."

And as the superstar has gotten older, she's realized that how she presents herself is her prerogative.

As she put it, "I owe no one an explanation."

With that, relive Christina's best looks over the years.

During her L.A. Pride performance, the pop star made jaws drop when she took the stage wearing a Hulk-like costume, complete with a glittering green strap-on dildo.

During New York Fall Fashion Week in 2006, Christina wore a gorgeous black shimmery gown with a sheer detailing towards the bottom. The star and music powerhouse certainly had some sparkle in her step while attending the 3rd Annual Fashion Rocks Red Carpet.

In the fall of 2005, Christina looked chic as ever while attending Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week. Sporting an incredible fitted blazer and a tight stripped grey skirt, the singer seemed to be walking down a runway of her own.

In 2018, Christina stepped out in a gorgeous black trench coat and some stylish shades. Completing the look with some black leather boots, the singer really conveyed fierce fall vibes for the launch of Stella McCartney's Autumn Collection.

In 2013, Christina performed at the People's Choice Awards where she earned her award for The People's Voice. Rocking an oversized cream blazer and fitted black trousers, this singer effortlessly mixed business with evening casual.  

Known as a powerful triple threat in the industry, she celebrated her accomplishments at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party in style in 2005. Wearing a gorgeous light blue gown and delicate silver heels, she looked straight out of a fairy tale. 

Bringing the house down with both her voice and style, Christina performed "Candyman" and "Makes Me Wanna Pray" while rocking strings of jewels over a black lace undergarment at the Clive Davis Pre-Grammy Party in 2007. Her voice certainly wasn't the only thing shining on stage.

At the 49th annual Grammy Awards, Christina wore a baby pink, floor-length gown with a brown bow tied around her rib cage to finish the look. 

In 2004 at the 46th annual Grammy Awards, Christina channeled the '20s for a fun, modern take on a flapper dress. Complete with cascading strings at the hemline and an incredible jeweled collar going all the way up her neck, she was ready to sparkle!

Keeping it sophisticated and simple, the singer chose an elegant black dress with a sheer finish on top for the 44th Annual Grammy Awards. Paired with her short blonde curls and a gorgeous red lip, this look is always relevant!

Before attending and performing at the 2007 Clive Davis Pre-GRAMMY Awards Party, Christina walked the red carpet in this stunning black dress with a halter cut out. With this look, her confidence is her greatest accessory— just look at that pose!

Putting a new twist on the phrase black tie, Christina wore a beautiful cream gown with a black bow accent around her ribcage in 2007 for the Emmy Awards. 

At the 42nd Annual Grammy Awards in 2000, Christina wore a high-low silver dress with sleek blue details towards the bottom. Paired with a colorful, strappy pink and purple heel, she collected her Grammy Award for Best New Artist in style!

Channeling the iconic Marilyn Monroe, this pop icon dressed to impress at the 48th Annual Grammy Awards in 2006. Wearing a silk white gown with a bold red lip, she nailed the look down to her flowing blonde curls.

Fresh off of her Grammy win from the year prior for Best New Artist, Christina showed up to the 2001 awards sporting a gorgeous pink gown with a deep v. 

Mixing it up, she opted for a black, fitted jumpsuit for the 5th Annual Baby2Baby Gala in 2016. Paired with a gorgeous nude lip and a small string of diamonds along her neck, Christina looked elegant and ready for the evening.

Looking chic as ever, Christina rocked a fitted black number to the 2016 Breakthrough Prize Ceremony in Nov. 2015. With gold detailing on the cuffs, shoulders and along her waist, this gorgeous gown highlighted all the right places. 

While shooting for The Voice Season 10 in 2016, Christina wore a pastel ensemble with a black leather jacket. This judge was bringing her A-game for her team!

Channeling sophistication and style, Christina owned this black number with a chic slicked back hair do and a simple black heel for the 2017 American Music Awards.

For the 2019 amfAR Gala, she sported a gorgeous, red glitter star pattern on her pants with an incredible draping black tulle top and cape. Bow down to this queen!

For Paris Fashion Week in 2019, Christina rocked this one-of-a-kind pink tulle dress with the words "F* This I'm Going to Paris" draped across the front. MOOD.

In 2000, Christina showed some skin in an all gold two piece for the My VH1 Awards amid her rise to fame. If this doesn't scream "Genie In A Bottle" vibes, we don't know what does.

The "Beautiful" singer wore this white, feathered dress to a Harpers Bazaar Icon Party in 2018. She certainly brought the "iconic" element.

The star stunned in this black and yellow leather gid up for MTV's photo shoot by the Brooklyn Bridge in 2002. New York looks good on you, Christina.

She certainly stepped outside of her usual glam look to turn heads at the 2019 American Music Awards. Posing in a regal white gown, complete with a head piece and shoulder pads, Christina commanded the carpet and looked out of this world!

In 2015, the powerhouse singer posed in a gorgeous, patterned, white Marc Bouwer gown with sparkly hoop earrings and a sleek pony tail on the red carpet. She came ready to own the evening at the Oscars Afterparty!

In 2013, Christina attended the Time 100 Gala in a Victoria Beckham black gown to celebrate her inclusion on the list of top 100 most influential people, according to Time Magazine. Sleek, simple, and stunning, Christina rocked the red carpet!

For the American Music Awards in 2012, Christina walked down the red carpet in an ombré Pamella Roland gown with delicate lavender details. 

For the Alma Awards in 2012, Christina wore a classic black dress by Michael Kors with detailed lace sleeves and dazzling heels. She completed the detailed look with dangling black earrings and a surprise purple ponytail.

In 2013, Christina rocked this incredible Maria Lucia Hohan gown for the 2013 American Music Awards. While at the show, she performed her rendition of "Say Something" with A Great Big World.