(5 of 8) Claire DanesSince starring in My So-Called Life, Claire Danes has been one of Hollywood’s leading It girls, a status she maintains by making sophisticated choices in both roles and clothing. And unlike many of her style-chameleon peers, Danes has remained loyal to her favorite designers, namely Narciso Rodriguez, Zac Posen, and Miuccia Prada—a decision any fashion follower would applaud. April 2004 Pale Fire: For the Costume Institute’s Dangerous Liaisons opening party, Dane accentuates her petite dancer frame (the actress once trained as a ballerina) with a nude-color Alexander McQueen gown.