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30 of Christy Turlington’s Most Amazing Style Moments

The iconic ’90s supermodel shines both on and off the runway.

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You can’t think of supermodels without having the inimitable Christy Turlington come to mind. With other famous names like Naomi Campbell, Linda Evangelista, Cindy Crawford, and Claudia Schiffer, Turlington dominated the fashion scene, often appearing on catwalks and in magazine spreads throughout the late ’80s and early ’90s. Her resume is quite impressive—she’s modeled for everyone from Ralph Lauren to Marc Jacobs, has been featured in campaigns for Calvin Klein and Maybelline, and even had time to found the non-profit organization Every Mother Counts.

Turlington has managed to accomplish all this and more, all while looking stylish every step of the way. Ahead, we take a look at some of the supermodel’s most amazing style moments through the years.

1988

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Turlington strutted down the catwalk in a lovely lace look during a Calvin Klein fashion show in the late ’80s. The elegant yet edgy ensemble included elbow-length gloves, a floor-grazing stole, and a silky white minidress.

1988

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For a Ralph Lauren fashion show, she appeared on the runway in a halter neck dress paired with a flouncy skirt, opera gloves, and sheer black tights.

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1988

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That same year, she stunned during the Carolina Herrera fashion show in a striking polka-dotted gown with oversized gold earrings and a pulled-back updo.

1990

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Turlington was the epitome of glitz and glamour as she posed backstage with Gianni Versace, Karen Mulder, and Stephanie Seymour at Paris Fashion Week. Her intricately designed gold ensemble and voluminous hairstyle were unforgettable.

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1991

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In 1991, the supermodel rocked a cool black and yellow outfit consisting of a gold-chained mini skirt, mesh top, and jeweled choker.

1991

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She wore a striking periwinkle outfit during a Fendi fashion show.

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1991

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Just a week or so later, she showed up to the launch party for Donna Karan’s inaugural men’s collection in a red two-piece skirt suit with a stacked pearl necklace and bracelet. Her tousled chin-length hair and bright red lipstick gave the outfit extra charm.

1992

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The superstar wore a similar pearl necklace to The New Costume Institute benefit in 1992. She styled the timeless accessory with a black high-neck gown, a fringed ivory shawl, and oversized pearl earrings. Her curled updo was a perfect match for the look.

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1993

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Turlington kept it simple at a CFDA event when she showed up in a lacy black wrap dress accessorized with an oversized gold necklace.

1994

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At the Wolf red carpet premiere, she w0re a simple button-down top with white slacks and a brown leather bowler bag.

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1995

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Turlington posed for a photo backstage with fellow model Carla Bruni. Bruni wore a see-through lace look with a ruffled bonnet, while Turlington was in a flowy lilac dress and gray spray-painted hair.

1996

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She kept it relaxed and casual when she arrived at an event in a simple long-sleeve color-blocked gown with beige square-toe pumps.

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1996

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The model embodied understated sophistication when she signed autographs at Bloomingdales dressed in a sleek black ensemble. She wore minimal jewelry and kept her makeup simple for the engagement.

1998

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For an in-store appearance, she switched out her usual black blazer for a cream-colored one matched with bootcut jeans and open-toed sandals.

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1999

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Turlington posed for a photo at the VH1 Fashion Awards in a shiny leather top styled with a below-the-knee skirt and strappy sandals.

2001

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Of course, Turlington rocked a stylish, over-the-top look for the Met Gala. She’s pictured here wearing a simple black blouse paired with a ruffled wrap skirt and an ankle-length suit jacket.

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2002

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For an early 2000s Marc Jacobs after party, she decided on a shimmery black top with a plunging neckline. Her sleek, parted hair and magenta lipstick complemented the outfit perfectly.

2003

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The supermodel looked cozy in a chunky knit patterned sweater, a black turtleneck, and fur-trimmed winter boots while at the Sundance Film Festival in Utah.

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2004

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Turlington wore a casual color-blocked top with a light green cardigan and vibrant trousers at a Tribeca Film Festival screening in the early 2000s. She’s pictured with her husband, actor Edward Burns, wh0 is known for his great performances in films like Saving Private Ryan.

2006

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She turned to a tailored look when she needed an outfit for a Tribeca Film Festival party. Her monochrome ensemble featured a short-sleeve button-down shirt, a tiered hem skirt, and a matching tie.

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