This one is easy, too easy actually.  But we would be remiss (not to mention just plain nuts) if we didn't include the late, beautiful Grace Kelly in our list of style icons. 

Beautiful doesn't even begin to describe Her Serene Highness The Princess of Monaco.  So many other adjectives demand to be used: sophisticated, regal, elegant, stylish - yes, always stylish.  Whether in a casual skirt and sweater, or a haute couture gown, Grace Kelly personified good taste and style.

The photos say it all.

                 

                       

She embodied the glamour and elegance of her time - and well beyond.  The perfect make-up, the perfect hair, the perfect ensemble.  Granted, perfection is work.  OK, who are we fooling?  It is darn near impossible.  OK - so there's no such thing as perfection. 

But Grace made it appear so; and she made it appear effortless.  We are all the better for it.