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Her stirring Golden Globes speech might have brought the nation to tears, though, sadly, Oprah will probably never run for president. But that doesn’t mean she’s giving up on being a fearless cultural leader anytime soon. Oprah, who turns 64 today, has taught us too many life lessons to count; she’s helped us to become better readers, coached us through difficult emotions, and shown us how to embrace the joy of giving back—not to mention the thrill of the free giveaway (Pontiacs and key lime pie for everyone!). All the while projecting a certain grace, poise, and style.
Oprah has never shied away from bold wardrobe choices. Her boisterous personality and tendency for screaming introductions practically requires a standout wardrobe. She put her very valuable stamp of approval on several fashion trends long before the Kardashians ever picked them up, including mixed prints, small sunglasses on the red carpet, athleisure, and the ’90s-era belted-skinny-jeans-and-black-turtleneck combination. She’s a trailblazer—or, shall we say, commander in chief—in fashion as she is in everything else.
Above, seven trends we learned to love because Oprah tried them first.
Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger & SI’s Pat Forde react to the huge performance this weekend by Texas QB Arch Manning, Michigan and Notre Dame's spring games, Jaden Rashada entering the transfer portal, and more
