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Fashion Evolution: Beyoncé.
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After 15 years on top, Beyoncé knows a thing or two about looking good and striking a pose. From her early Destiny's Child days -- during which time her mother Tina Knowles created bright, matching stage ensembles -- to her "Bootylicious" and bejeweled mini-dresses, and of course, many curve-hugging ball gowns, Beyoncé's style has changed from teenaged pop star to classy (and sometimes flashy) style icon. Darker colors have crept into Bey's selections as she's matured, and she's never looked better. Observe the evolution of Beyoncé's style through the years below.
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Before Destiny's Child became Beyoncé, Michelle and Kelly, it included LeToya Luckett and LaTavia Robertson. Appearing here at the 4th Annual Sould Train "Lady of Soul" awards, the four original members sport sari inspired sarongs and bandeaux tops. Destiny's Child was the poster child for '90's female matching band' phenomenon.
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Making a separate cultural statement, Destiny's Child (now the dynamic trio we most associate with the name) takes Britney's schoolgirl to a different level. At the 2001 Kids Choice Awards, the ladies arrive as sexy girl scouts. Kelly kills it with the patches.
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Leaving Destiny's Child, Beyoncé begins her solo career in 2002, playing Foxxy Cleopatra in Austin Powers in Goldmember and releasing Dangerously in Love the following year. B shows up to the Grammy Awards in this unflattering sea urchin sheath.
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Beyoncé goes full denim NYC during a September 2002 episode of TRL. Reminiscent of the 2001 Britney and Justin Denim fit, this unfortunate onesie confusingly works till you question, is that a jean purse (jurse) or the rear end of the pants substituting a thigh cover?
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In 2003, B was heading into a well-received solo debut. One of the less offensive early outfits on the red carpet was this patterned, light gown. The gown prophesied future fishtail black with bold patterns. Although messily cut, the dress is a step in the right direction at the 2003 VH1 Divas Duets event.
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For a casual look, Beyoncé sports embellished cargos, pumps and a corset on TRL in 2003.
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After seeing a nod towards elegance at the Divas event, Beyoncé confuses us on the carpet with her Russian Princess meets grandma skirt at the VH1 Big in '03 event.
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At the 2004 Grammy Awards, Beyoncé makes a killing with five Grammy Awards. This gown attempts to accentuate hips, but falls short. Mustard satin is generally unflattering and the awkward cut of the loose torso pulled to a tight knot doesn't do anything for her shape. Combined with a mustard spider web and mustard hair, Beyoncé is more coordinated than classy.
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B takes it to the '70s in this Farrah Faucet meets Elvis romper at the 2004 MTV Video Music Awards. Cute, but Beyoncé appears to dislike the uber-short length, pulling down the short-shorts with her right hand.
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Beyoncé is appropriately dressed for winter at Madison Square Garden in 2005 in golds, salmons and cowboys.
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Beyoncé goes classy and we all cheer. B shows up to the 2005 Academy Awards in a vintage Atelier Versace gown with a voluminous updo and bold earrings.
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At the 2006 Video Music Awards, Beyoncé appears backstage in a Grecian breastplate inspired gown. It's busy, but definitely accentuates her tiny waist and voluptuous hips.
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Beyoncé has always had a variety of vibrant and volume during her stage performances. This metallic long trench-dress contrasts with the skimpy leotards of the future during the 2006 World Music Awards.
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For the 2006 Dreamgirls premiere in New York, Beyoncé steals the show is this whimsical rose colored gown. The elegant folding combined with her loose curls and earrings are perfect for the occasion.
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A tad too much exposure. Beyoncé wears this draped Elie Saab golden gown to the 2007 Golden Globe Awards. Although revealing Beyoncé's flawless figure, the awkwardness of the torso pin suggests the dress is about to burst open.
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Beyoncé wears this vivid green Zac Posen dress to the 2007 Movies Rock at the Kodak Theater in Los Angeles. The fabulous color and classic fit on Beyoncé is a stunning choice and prophetic of her everlasting fishtail love.
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B revisits Elie Sabb in this Spring 2008 Couture dress during the 2008 Grammy Awards, in this powder-blue and silver gown. The asymmetry on the bust is overwhelming and the skirt looks like prom gone wrong.
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During the tribute to Etta James at Conde Nast Media Group's Fifth Annual Fashion Rocks in 2008, Beyoncé dons a short blonde wig and a Zuhair Murad Spring 2008 Couture dress. The mustard works perfectly this time around, appearing both vintage yet elegant.
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Beyoncé appears on the red carpet and onstage at the 2008 MTV Europe Music Awards in experimental designer Gareth Pugh's machine meets Michelin man dresses.
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For Gotham Magazine's Annual Gala in 2008, Beyoncé is minimal in this Rock & Republic Fall 2008 black gown. The high neckline combined with the tight bun and monochrome earrings match wonderfully with the step-and-repeat behind her (and are very appropriate for the occasion).
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At the 2008 Kennedy Center Honors, Beyoncé channels her role in Dreamgirls with this Zuhair Murad corset combination and slick beehive.
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At the 2009 Academy Awards, Beyoncé appears in her mother's House of Dereon line looking like a proper curtain sample. Although a flattering dress, the pattern is an unfortunate choice.
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For Beyoncé's opening night at Madison Square Garden in 2009 trench-coats are thrown out the door. B looks fierce in this superhero sequined leotard with matching heels.
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Beyoncé wears a Balmain Spring 2009 mini-dress at the BET Awards. Playing with pointed shoulders, mosaics and mixed materials, Balmain proves to be one of Beyoncé's favorite designers.
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At the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards in Berlin, Beyoncé wears a geometric and metallic Atelier Versace Fall 2009 gown.
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At the 2010 Grammy Awards, Beyoncé wears a rather informal Stephane Rolland rose gown- a similar cleavage cut as her 2007 Golden Globe gown, but a bit too stodgy for B.
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Beyoncé sports another textured Balmain mini-dress at the 2010 afterparty for the Grammy Awards.
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At the 2010 Coachella Festival, Beyoncé goes hipster while supporting her husband Jay-Z on stage.
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Looking like a rocker, Beyoncé sports her rather controversial House of Dereon leggings and cropped leather jacket on the streets of New York in 2011.
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Apparently Beyoncé didnt learn from the House of Dereon carpet incident - Beyoncé appears at the 2011 Costume Institute Gala in a similar black and gold fishtail Emilio Pucci gown.
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27 >>>>
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but 25 (which i've never seen before) & 26 are my favs
, 11 & 15 are 