She thinks she's 'making a fashion statement' [=being fashionable in a bold way], but I think she looks ridiculous.
The company's 'mission statement' emphasizes its ongoing commitment to meeting the needs of the community.
The government 'made a statement' [=sent a message] by setting stiff punishments for repeat offenders.
(..) later rely on in court. Anything you do say will be given in evidence. I'll have some questions for you. Big crowd out there now. Thank you for your statements. You are free to go, of course. I'm sorry. You thought he was your friend, no? It wasn't only us, was it? He used you too. (..)2006 The Da Vinci Code