it girl

An attractive, often rich young woman who has some amount of celebrity due to her style, social activities, and engaging personality. The phrase originated in reference to American actress Clara Bow, who starred in the 1927 film It. She has become pop culture's newest it girl, as her travels, fashion choices, and television appearances have all become the focus of intense national interest. As soon as I saw her step off the plane with such confidence and poise, I knew she would become the next it girl. Daisy never wanted to be an it girl, but people were always fascinated with her because of her famous parents.