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From eccentricity to glamour: Lady Gaga's best hairstyles

See some of the triple threat's most iconic and outrageous hairdos


Weekend Editor
OCTOBER 25, 2019 6:00 PM EDT

Walking down memory lane to revisit iconic celebrity looks is one of our favorite practices. In our findings, one artist takes the cake in this category, treating the world to creative look after creative look, and that is, of course, Lady Gaga.

The singer achieved celebrity status in 2007 thanks in large part to her eccentric, controversial style. In recent years she has carefully and progressively transformed her image, flirting with the glamorous and classic looks of Hollywood´s golden era, and becoming a total diva. We have compiled her most memorable red carpet appearances to show you this incredible evolution!

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“Little Red Riding Hood”

In 2008, we saw Lady Gaga with platinum extra-straight locks and distinct, thick bangs. The pink lipstick and the red hood instantly bring us fairy tale vibes, however she was never just a sweet lost girl... she was always the monster, too! This unforgettable instance happened at the Mercedes Benz Fashion Week, eleven years ago.

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Mohawk style

Lady Gaga's image reached its extravagance peak in 2010. We saw her with wigs a lá Marie Antoinette and who doesn´t remember that memorable steak dress? In this picture, she goes for a slightier subtle look crowned by a mohawk-inspired hair accessory on top of white hair with cold blue tips.

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In intense yellow tones

If you have platinum blond hair, generlaly purple shampoo should be your greatest ally, helping you avoid brassiness and keeping your hair color from bleaching out. But with Lady Gaga, everything is fair game! Slightly blond at the roots, accentuated with the yellow tone in the ends, this vibrant, unique hairstyle was also one of her 2010 best.

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Brunette is also a Gaga hallmark

In 2012, the singer revisited her natural color. She wore it straight, very long, and even with waves and hippie-inspired floral headbands, or as seen here, with a bold, volumzed, retro up-do. She flaunted this beehive look at the launch of her first perfume Fame. Almost unrecognizable, right?

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Jet black

Blond, brunette, and even a dazzling jet black hues, that's the range of tones LG showcased in 2013. We really like this super dark, straight hair and bangs style. The black tone made her features stand out and her skin look radiant and fresh.

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Very short for a \'boyish\' look

This super-modern, chic cut is also from 2013. The pop star said farewell to her generally long locks, replacing them with a cool short haircut.

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Literally silver

There she is! Lady was back in her usual flamboyounce with a total silver makeover in 2014. Her hair, makeup and bronzed suit were all in shimmering alignment. While this is definitely not suitable for all, it is in fact, a 100 percent Lady Gaga. She's one of the only ones who could pull it off and that's why we love her!

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Extra long and platinum-colored

For an Oscar Awards after party in 2015, Lady Gaga took her first steps towards a much more glamorous and demure style. With long platinum blond wavy hair and dark roots to give a little bit of contrast, she looked like a modern-day siren.

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Inspired by Marilyn

What better way to accept a 2016 Golden Globe than while paying homage to one of the most iconic Hollywood stars of all time? Now that's what we call golden era glam.

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Rocking out with lots of volume

An asymmetric bob with bangs and many layers filled her blond locks with movement, giving her a youthful, modern vibe with lots of volume and an ‘80s flair.

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Hollywood glamour

Hair stylist Frederic Aspiras is the man behind this perfect creation, which he dubbed “Futuristic Hollywood.” He said: “We wanted something that was truly natural and smooth, as if it were to come out of a movie in slow motion.” The result was truly spectacular at the premiere for A Star is Born in 2018.

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Heavenly inspiration

Many compared Lady Gaga to an angel in her appearance on the 2019 Golden Globes carpet. Her slightly lilac-colored hair perfectly matched her dress, while the classic up-do style gave off a sophisticated and dreamy look.

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Elegant up-do

How could you not aim to impress on one of the most important nights of your career? Lady Gaga received her first Oscar for "Best Original Song" while showing off this beautiful up-do. A master class in elegance and ageless beauty, we're in awe of this final installment.