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Victoria Beckham's Style Evolution Through the Years

The singer-turned-designer is the ultimate fashion icon.

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Victoria Beckham is no stranger to style. The singer-turned-fashion designer has been turning heads and making “best dressed” lists since her early days in the Spice Girls. From minidresses paired with platforms to neutral-toned basics worn with eye-catching accessories, Victoria has become synonymous with sophisticated dressing.

Even though it’s been nearly 30 years since she rose to fame, the star is still a fixture in the fashion scene. Whether stepping out in a fabulous outfit or designing one, Victoria has cemented herself as fashion royalty. Ahead, we take a look at her style evolution through the years.

1

1995

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Victoria was the definition of posh in this glamorous look, which included a belted black dress, oversized cat-eye sunglasses, and a chocolate brown headscarf. She sported this look while at the Cannes Film Festival with the Spice Girls in the mid-'90s.

2

1995

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In the '90s, you could always count on Victoria for a next-level minidress, like this one with a black and yellow swirl design. Her matching heels were also a nice touch.

3

1996

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When Victoria wasn’t rocking minidresses and miniskirts, she could often be found in leather looks, such as this punk-inspired ensemble featuring a tailored leather blazer and matching pants.

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4

1997

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She decided on an ivory corset dress and a shiny black headband for a photo shoot in Bali.

5

1997

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The singer often matched her incredible collection of minidresses with another standout accessory, platform heels and boots. She’s pictured here in a Mary Jane-esque pair that fits her strapless gold tube dress seamlessly.

6

1999

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Victoria struck a pose in a sultry black dress with a strappy halter neck. Her choker and pixie cut accentuated the look beautifully.

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7

1999

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Backstage, the star swapped her dresses and heels for a graphic babydoll tee and low-rise cargo pants to meet the Duchess of York, Sarah Ferguson.

8

1999

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David and Victoria Beckham have always been a stylish duo. The couple is pictured here backstage at a Whitney Houston concert wearing complementary looks. Victoria donned a black corset, dark-wash denim jeans, and statement necklaces. In contrast, David rocked a black tee, furry gray sweater, and jeans.

9

2000

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For the 2000 MTV European Music Awards, the singer stepped out in a red moto-inspired jumpsuit with fingerless black gloves. Each Spice Girl wore the same color palette that night.

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10

2001

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The Beckhams dressed to the nines to attend an event held at Elton John’s Windsor mansion. The songstress wore a red floral silk dress with a plunging neckline and oversized earrings, while the soccer player chose a Victorian-inspired suit.

11

2002

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Victoria enjoyed a night out with her family in a simple black dress decked out with a furry beige stole and camel-colored heels.

12

2003

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The singer rubbed shoulders with Stefano Gabbana, Naomi Campbell, and Domenico Dolce at the 2003 Met Gala. The singer showed up in a lacy pale pink dress with an eye-catching asymmetrical hem and silver thread details.

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13

2003

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Victoria and David dominated the carpet at the 2003 MTV Movie Awards in matching white ensembles. Victoria decided on a lace-up white corset gown, while David landed on a laidback all-white look styled with brown oxford shoes.

14

2003

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Victoria even looked stylish while running through airports. The Spice Girls singer boarded a flight in a gray babydoll tee, an airbrushed trucker hat, and tight-fitting jeans. Her silver camcorder was the best accessory.

15

2003

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She dressed up a pair of cropped jeans by adding a tailored blazer and bright white heels. Her tinted shades and boxy, oversized handbag added just the right amount of edge to the otherwise straightforward look.

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16

2004

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Often snapped out and about in neutral tones, Victoria embraced vibrant shades when she arrived at a ballet performance in a psychedelic-inspired midi dress with textured orange heels and red clutch.

17

2005

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Sticking to the bright-hued trend, she donned a chiffon chartreuse gown with embroidered leaves, a drapey stole, and a small clamshell-style clutch at the Laureus World Sports Awards in 2005.

18

2006

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How amazing is this simple black dress she rocked at a Chanel fashion show a year later?

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19

2006

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Victoria stopped by the Ritz Hotel in Paris in a petal-hem minidress. She accessorized the ensemble with metallic gold heels and minimal jewelry.

20

2006

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That same year, she worked the camera in a Roland Mouret-designed dress featuring a sweetheart neckline and a full skirt. Her satin red shoes, red lipstick, and ruby-accented necklace tied the whole look together.

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Brittany Natale
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Brittany is a freelance writer based in her hometown of New York City. She writes about everything from fashion and beauty to food and wellness. When she's not writing, she can often be found at her local library, playing with her cats, or exploring the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

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