Christina Aguilera might have found a time machine somewhere between 2000 and 2026. The pop icon brought back the loose platinum blonde hair, daring lace-up details, and barely-there fashion that defined some of her most memorable early-career looks. At 45, she's still making a strong case for dressing exactly how she pleases.
The 'Dirrty' singer attended MISTR's National PrEP Day celebration at The Abbey in West Hollywood on Saturday, 10 October, wearing a sheer black ensemble that wouldn't have looked out of place during her Stripped era. With a lace bra, leather shorts, and thigh-high boots, Aguilera appeared to have raided her own fashion archives, albeit with a gothic twist.
Fans were quick to revisit the singer's pop-diva heyday, with several wondering how she had managed to look so remarkably similar more than two decades later. Must be that 'Genie in a Bottle' type of magic.
Christina Aguilera Brings Back Her 'Dirrty' Era
Christina Aguilera's latest look was anything but shy. She wore a completely sheer black tulle top decorated with cross-shaped motifs, revealing a black lace bra underneath. A pair of high-waisted leather shorts featured lace-up sides and eyelets, giving the ensemble a little of the rebellious edge that made her early-2000s wardrobe so memorable.
She completed the outfit with nude fishnet tights and dramatic thigh-high Christian Louboutin boots featuring cut-out, gladiator-inspired detailing. Diamond rings added a touch of sparkle, although there was already plenty happening across the leather, lace, and towering heels.
The singer's waist-length platinum blonde hair fell in loose waves, while icy-toned smoky eyeshadow and mauve lipstick finished the look. The overall effect was a mix of gothic glamour and vintage Xtina, with that signature attitude that would make her 2002 wardrobe proud.
Fans Think Christina Aguilera Is Ageing Backwards
One particular Instagram comparison gave followers plenty of material for a trip down memory lane. The older photograph showed the singer in a metallic lace-up outfit, while her 2026 appearance featured a similarly daring silhouette in black.
'She's literally aging backwards,' commented Instagram user keegzyl. Another fan praised her appearance across the years, writing, 'Beautiful woman then, now and many tomorrows.'
Meanwhile, treasured_yesterdays had a rather specific request: 'Please bring hair crimping back.' This one deserves a petition.
Others were simply delighted to see the singer embracing her signature style again. User ruiiaugusto declared, 'The best christina,' while another supporter wrote, 'You have lost none of your radiance; the years go by, but your elegance remains intact.'
A Pop-Diva Throwback With a Purpose
Aguilera joined Demi Lovato, Charli XCX, Kesha, and other stars at MISTR's second annual National PrEP Day event at The Abbey in West Hollywood. The celebration aimed to raise awareness about HIV prevention and improve access to PrEP, a type of medication that can significantly reduce the risk of acquiring HIV when taken as prescribed.
As for the 2000 vs 2026 comparison, Aguilera appears perfectly happy to revisit her fashion roots without getting stuck in the past. Twenty-six years later, the genie is still out of the bottle, and apparently, she's kept the wardrobe.
