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Janet proved she was destined to be style star at the tender age of 6.
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All dolled up with her brother Michael at the 1975 American Music Awards.
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She upped the ante in this over-the-top look at the 1977 American Music Awards.
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PYT (Pretty young thang)!
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Bright and beautiful while posing for a professional portrait.
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Another portrait, another cute pose.
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Stepping out with her sister LaToya at the Grammy Awards' after party.
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Shoulder pads never looked so good.
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#HairGoals
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Big hair don't care!
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Even turtlenecks can be sexy.
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One word: HOT!
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Twining with brother Michael backstage at the Grammy Awards.
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Casual and cool!
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Her crimson-hued curls are just stunning.
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Awesome abs!
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An eye-catching corset was definitely a good look for the Source Hip-Hop Music Awards.
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Hat game strong.
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Only Janet can pull off a black leather gown.
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Janet seriously has the best costumes.
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White hot!
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This chick's abs just don't stop. Ever.
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Can't go wrong in a crisp white gown.
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We'll never forget this outfit (or that nip slip) at the 2004 Super Bowl halftime show.
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Strapless and sophiticated.
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Gorgeous in green!
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We love seeing Janet on the big screen and on the red carpet like when she stepped out for the "Tyler Perry's Why Did I Get Married" premiere.
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Sharp suit!
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A little Asian persuation at the Alexander McQueen store opening in Los Angeles
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Sitting pretty at BET's "106 & Park"
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Menswear chic at a Giorgio Armani Fashion Show.
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Lovely in a LBD.
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Sleek and chic at the "Why Did I Get Married Too?" premiere.
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Janet is a vision in this avant-garde ensemble.
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There is always a reason to slip on a stunning black gown.
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Remember that time Janet killed it on stage at the Essence Music Festival/
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Bionic woman!
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All black everything!
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Obsessed with this ridiculously stunning red carpet look for the AmFAR gala.
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High contrast = high style
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Godess.
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How you wear pants on the red carpet and look better than everyone.
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Accepting her Ultimate Icon: Music Dance Visual Award at the BET Awards.
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Slaying at her "Unbreakable" World Tour stop in Miami.
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Dazzling the crowd in Dubai.
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