According to the news reports, Pop singer Madonna has been voted the ultimate style icon of the 80s in a poll by British women.

Contactmusic. com quoted a spokesperson of the firm as saying "One in three British women say stonewash denim was one of the best trends to come out of the 80s and it has definitely made a comeback of late - although in a revamped design from its original form."

While Madonna's style in the 80s won plaudits, Cheryl Cole was named the most stylish female of today, beating singer Lady Gaga into second place.

Other than Madonna, the Favourite 80s style icons had Kylie Minogue and Debbie Harry, Joan Collins, Annie Lennox and Jerry Hall in the top five.

Favourite Fashion Icon of Today list had Lady Gaga, Emma Watson and Sienna Miller, Lily Allen and Agyness Deyn. (With Inputs from Agencies)