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.
(..) Bang, we shot him. - Where exactly were the kids? - I don't know! They should have been at school, don't you think? Your statement said you were the first man in. - Didn't you see any kids? - The door was broken. What happened? Did you follow the procedure? (..)1994 Léon: The Professional