Annual review 2024: Which stars were the “It Girls” of the year?

The year 2024 is coming to an eventful end and had a lot to offer in terms of pop culture. There are a variety of “It Girls” who were able to shape the year in one way or another. Whether political, musical or fashionable: these women had their moment in 2024.

Musically, 2024 had some highlights and pop music in particular was at the center of things. There are some artists who were particularly influential here and were able to inspire many people with their music.

The year cannot be spelled out without the global star Taylor Swift (35). She was a defining figure and is definitely one of the “It Girls” of the year. Their “Eras Tour” broke numerous records and made musical history. But that’s not all: In addition to her demanding world tour, Swift brought the double album “The Tortured Poets Department” to the public and placed it on the worldwide chart lists for weeks. Her relationship with NFL star Travis Kelce (35) was also always in the public eye in 2024 and made for some memorable pop culture moments.

Pop singer Sabrina Carpenter (25), who achieved her final breakthrough in 2024, is closely linked to Swift. She had already built up a fan base with her music, but the year 2024 brought her worldwide fame. She stormed the charts with her summer hits “Espresso” and “Please Please Please”. Her subsequent album “Short n’ Sweet” was also a success. She also started her tour of the same name and appeared on stage several times on Swift’s “Eras Tour”. With her light-hearted song lyrics, she is also one of the “It Girls” of the year.

Another “It Girl” in the music scene was singer Chappell Roan (26). She also enjoyed a rapid rise in 2024 and has been popular ever since her hit “Good Luck, Babe!” It’s hard to imagine the modern pop world without it. What also makes her a trend figure is her iconic look. She was able to attract attention and create excitement a few times in 2024.

Pop singer Charli XCX (32) was a trendsetter in more than one way in 2024. With her new album “brat”, which was released in the summer and enjoyed great success, she became a musical “It Girl”. But the album gave birth to a completely new trend that eventually made the rounds and was on everyone’s lips: the so-called “Brat Girl Summer”. Thanks to Charli XCX, a new lifestyle emerged that was able to differentiate itself from previous trends and stand out.

A pop star who could also make 2024 her year is singer Gracie Abrams (25). Not only did she appear as support on Swift’s “Eras Tour,” but . She also released her own album “The Secret of Us” in June. It was full of hits that were heard millions of times and contributed to the singer’s final breakthrough. With her extraordinary voice, short hair and dynamic songs, Abrams also belongs on the list of musical “It Girls” of the year.

The world of social media is playing an ever-increasing role and will continue to be influential in 2024. “It Girls” are particularly important here because they have a huge influence with the help of platforms like Instagram and TikTok.

Among the most influential media personalities of the year is (23). With her unusual cooking videos, she was able to build up a wide following on social media. What makes her special is her extravagant style and her chic outfits, which she doesn’t take off even in the kitchen. Thanks to this look, she is one of the “It Girls” of 2024.

A trend figure that could not only inspire in 2024 is (28). She has long been considered a fashion icon and has gained even more popularity through her own beauty brand “Rhode”. In 2024 she delighted millions of fans with her pregnancy. She also secured her status as an “It Girl” with her classic and stylish outfits.

The influencer Sofia Richie (26) was particularly enthusiastic. There, fans particularly celebrated their looks for the special day. The influencer also proved herself to be an “It Girl” in 2024. She has been a part of numerous major campaigns, became a mother and continued to share her life and her timeless looks on her platforms.

There were also influential figures in Germany in 2024. One of them is the “Maxton Hall” actress Harriet Herbig-Matten (21). The series based on the Mona Kasten book was released in May and made history. It became an international success and Herbig-Matten became a star. Since then she has collaborated with or Boss and thus developed into a fashion icon. In 2025, fans can look forward to the second season of the successful series and Herbig-Matten can probably keep her place on the “It Girl” list.