Diane Sawyer Style Evolution

January 1, 1960
Born "Lila Diane Sawyer," the daughter of a Kentucky school teacher and judge, Diane Sawyer would later rise to fame as a television anchor. Here, at age 15, she was already displaying a keen eye for classic style in a cuffed collared button-down and plaid pleated skirt. But unlike most other stars, Sawyers style would only get better with age -- click through to see her style transformation.

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January 1, 1989
In the '80s, Sawyer was a huge presence in most Americans' homes, anchoring shows like "60 Minutes" and "Primetime Live" on ABC News. She wasn't afraid to put herself in the spotlight (as evidenced by her electric yellow pantsuit!) and always had impeccably coiffed hair and natural, flattering makeup.

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January 1, 1996
Sawyer shows off her enviable physique in a black one shoulder dress.

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January 26, 1998
Sawyer poses with singer Carly Simon wearing a chocolate gown with sheer sleeves. The look is a bit matronly for Sawyer, but luckily we know the star eventually hits her fashion peak years later.

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March 3, 2000
At an event honoring actor Steve Martin, Sawyer wore black pantyhose with open-toed shoes (a fashion no-no), along with a black ankle-length skirt and horizontal-striped top (another fashion no-no).

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January 23, 2001
At a Silver Lining Foundation cancer benefit at New York's Waldorf-Astoria, Sawyer wore a bright berry pantsuit and some familiar shoes (the same ones she wore the year before, as seen on the previous slide). Hey, it's New York City. A girl has to hold onto a good pair of shoes!

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April 23, 2001
At the Metropolitan Museum's Costume Institute Gala, Sawyer wore a sparkly gold halter dress with a low-cut back. It's not our favorite cut for the star, but it's certainly an elegant choice.

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February 29, 2004
At the 2004 Vanity Fair Oscar Party, Sawyer looked chic in a square neck black gown. She isn't afraid to show a little skin -- but, a true Southerner, always likes to leave something to the imagination.

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June 2, 2004
Sawyer channeled Marilyn Monroe in this flowy off-shoulder jersey dress. We love the look -- and the color against her peachy-pale skin.

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November 2, 2005
At the Glamour Magazine 2005 Women Of the Year Awards, Sawyer showed up in a black and white power pantsuit. The tuxedo-like top with sheer sleeves and white trim was a little bold, but we'll forgive her.

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