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Julia Roberts Style Evolution

Proof That Julia Roberts Has Looked Downright Sexy in a Pantsuit Since 1990

Julia Roberts started her red carpet reign in the early '90s, when she famously wore a grey suit and purple tie to the Golden Globes. Ever since then, she's been a mainstay and one of the only stars who can slip seamlessly from a glamorous, body-conscious gown to a tuxedo in the blink of an eye.

These days, Julia works with stylist Elizabeth Stewart on her supremely tailored looks, including the lilac Givenchy ensemble they famously matched in. The retrospective we put together ahead proves that there's no telling whether Julia will opt for something feminine, borrow from the boys, or take a bit of a fashion risk that makes headlines (remember when she shed her shoes at Cannes?). Thank you, Julia, for always keeping us on our toes.

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Julia famously matched her stylist, Elizabeth Stewart, in lilac Givenchy suits at the InStyle Awards in 2018.

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Julia wore a DSquared2 gown with slashes at the side and strong shoulders for the Ben Is Back premiere at the TIFF in 2018.

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Julia looked all sorts of fabulous in this relaxed Givenchy pinstripe set, which she wore with Repossi jewels to promote Money Monster at Cannes in 2016.

Julia made a case against the Cannes "no flats" policy by giving up her heels and walking the red carpet barefoot in 2016. Her Giorgio Armani Privé gown was finished with an emerald Chopard necklace.

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Julia rocked a crisp Rag & Bone shorts suit with Giuseppe Zanotti pumps and Jack Vartanian diamond earrings at the world premiere of Mother's Day in 2016.

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Julia's tailored Givenchy jumpsuit, which she styled with peep-toe pumps and Tiffany & Co. jewels for the 2015 SAG Awards, is still one of our favourite looks to date.

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In 2014, Julia surprised us all with this beaded A-line minidress from Elie Saab at the Emmy Awards.

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Julia stunned in a lace Givenchy dress with a peplum waist at the 2014 Oscars.

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Julia made the case for hot pink in a Valentino jumpsuit at the 2014 SAG Awards.

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Julia's Givenchy menswear inspired look was complete with strappy sandals from the brand at the August: Osage County LA premiere in 2013.

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Julia wore white tuxedo separates over a pussy-bow blouse at the American Society of Cinematographers Outstanding Achievement Awards in 2011.

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Julia channelled her boho side in a vintage YSL dress and gold pendant necklace at the 2010 Golden Globe Awards.

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Julia kept things streamlined in a black pantsuit, silk blouse, and gold hoops at the Duplicity UK premiere in 2009.

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Julia arrived at the 2008 Met Gala on the arm of Mr. Armani, looking elegant in a Giorgio Armani Privé gown that she styled with a white evening clutch.

Julia was simply a vision in this side cutout halter gown at the 2006 Tony Awards.

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Julia wore a champagne Giorgio Armani gown with a plunging neckline and gathered centre at the 2004 Oscars.

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Julia Roberts accepted the Best Actress award for her role in Erin Brockovich at the Oscars in 2001. She was wearing this now-famous Valentino gown with white piping, which became inspiration for her niece Emma Roberts later on.

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Julia arrived at the 2001 SAG Awards with her then-boyfriend Benjamin Bratt. She wore a brown suede jacket over a lace skirt and completed the outfit with delicate sandals and an embroidered purse.

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Julia split up leather separates with a vintage tee and square-toe boots at the LA premiere of The Mexican in 2001.

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A midnight navy Giorgio Armani sheath, mini satin handbag, and tiny drop earrings were all Julia needed to stun at the 2001 Golden Globe Awards.

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Julia rocked a psychedelic, '60s-inspired dress with knee-high boots to the Red Planet Hollywood premiere in 2000.

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Julia went for classic menswear with a white blouse and T-strap sandals at a tribute event for Bruce Willis in 2000.

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Julia's bedazzled red pants were balanced with a halter tank, tasseled shawl, and strappy sandals at the Erin Brockovich premiere in 2000.

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Julia wore a scarlet, long-sleeved gown that was nothing short of romantic at the Golden Globe Awards in 2000.

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It was all about the strappy back of Julia's formfitting gown at the 1999 Emmy Awards.

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Julia completed a sexy, strapless black dress with a ladylike pink shawl at the premiere of Runaway Bride in 1999.

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Julia turned up the glam for the Notting Hill London premiere, wearing a cap-sleeved, knee-length dress in red with patent sandals and a clutch.

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Julia worked a strapless, pink floor-length gown with a furry stole to the Stepmom premiere in 1999.

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Julia somehow made brown suit separates look fabulous with a pair of sunglasses on the red carpet in 1998, where she posed with My Best Friend's Wedding costar Rupert Everett.

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Julia's gorgeous sequinned gown featured intricate embellishments from head to toe at the 1998 Golden Globe Awards.

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The inside of Julia's long cape flashed pink satin at the cameras at the 1998 People's Choice Awards.

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Julia worked a bustier style midi dress with peep-toe sandals at the Conspiracy Theory premiere in 1997.

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Julia's flashy shift came in turquoise and lavender. She rocked the memorable outfit with purple sandals at the NYC premiere of My Best Friend's Wedding in 1997.

Julia's outfit was jet black and Victorian-inspired at the 1991 Oscars, where she arrived on the red carpet with her boyfriend Kiefer Sutherland.

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Julia's oversize pinstripe blazer could have a space in our closets today. She styled the look with sheer tights and gold drop earrings for the 1991 Golden Globe Awards.

Julia took a style note from the boys yet again at the Young Guns II Hollywood premiere in 1990, though she finished her sleeveless vest and blazer with a maxi skirt.

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At the Oscars in 1990, Julia kept things simple in gold chandelier earrings and a taupe gown, which was pulled up to show off her suede pumps.

JJulia's iconic grey suit was complete with a purple floral tie at the Golden Globe Awards in 1990.

Julia began her red carpet reign at the NYC premiere of Steel Magnolias in the type of look she still reaches for today: oversize suiting and a miniskirt to show off her toned legs.

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