Gwen Stefani Beauty Evolution (PHOTOS)

Stylelist | By Dana Oliver | Become a fan | Posted: 10/03/11 07:16 AM ET | Updated: 10/03/11 07:16 AM ET

Gwen Stefani may standout in a crowd with her platinum blond strands, signature bold red pout and super arched brows, but the singer turned fashion designer's most head-turning moments are when she tones it down and still manages to look glamorous.

In celebration of Stefani's 42nd birthday today (October 3), we take a "Sweet Escape" down memory lane to see how her look has evolved over the years. From beautiful bindis to neon pink hair color to Marilyn Monroe-esque curls, there are no limits to how this California girl expresses her style.

Which of the rocker mom's beauty looks do you like best? Tell us your thoughts in the comments section and learn more about Stefani's children's fashion line in collaboration with Target.

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Gwen Stefani performs as part of her band, No Doubt, at the Newport Beach Concert in Newport Beach, California.

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merriannaa

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04:41 PM on 10/04/2011

She's very attractive and seems to never age. Like the photo's when uses a lighter color for her brows, seems to soften her look, which I prefer over the dark brows, too harsh. She really chose a winner going with the light blonde/red lips look, always recognizable and I love it!

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etinamax

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08:17 PM on 10/03/2011

Not attractive at all!

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emberbb

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07:22 PM on 10/03/2011

She is not pretty, but she would look better with a softer look, and get rid of that AWFUL RED LIPSTICK because your lips and teeth look ugly. I am serious. Had no idea she was 42. Really don't know much about her, but everytime I see her, all I see is red lipstick and whitish hair, ugly IMHO.

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UKstyle

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05:56 PM on 10/03/2011

Gwen is a gorgeous woman who's not afraid to express her own style.

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playsindirt

So much dirt, so little time.

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04:11 PM on 10/03/2011

Technically she's not really that pretty, but she's a woman who knows how to make the most of what she's got.

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JonShank

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03:32 PM on 10/03/2011

2001 her best year.

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Robert Yager

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03:00 PM on 10/03/2011

Completely talentless poseur who can not sing.

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bkitty1

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01:37 PM on 10/06/2011

how many albums have you written? I'm dying to know.

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dmm1047

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02:46 PM on 10/03/2011

If you think I'm going to click 56 times, you're freaking nuts.

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Ricardo01

Mr Natural or Dr. O.G. Wotasnozzle?

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02:40 PM on 10/03/2011

Should have included some earlier photos when she began performing. Her transformation from her teenage years to her mid 20s was the most dramatic change. It could give many young girls an idea of how you can re-invent yourself.

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idontcare761

It seems I might care afterall..

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01:44 PM on 10/03/2011

I think shes beautiful and blessed to be able to feel free to express herself through her clothes and hair. I've always like No Doubt because their music comes over as just as much fun as they look.

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Cowgirldiane

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01:32 PM on 10/03/2011

I love Gweni Gwen. I would give anything to look like her - she's so beautiful. And I want to know who her hairdresser is. And what a talent. She's the whole package. Beautiful children, good looking husband and a deep abiding faith. I hope she continues making music for years to come.

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reggabaet

Tea Parties R 4 little girls

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01:23 PM on 10/03/2011

Take notes kids. The sun is your enemy.

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kolbpilot

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12:57 PM on 10/03/2011

Beauty is in the eyes of the beholder. I never thought she was all that.

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selfenchanted

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12:44 PM on 10/03/2011

I liked her better before she became a bone-thin unsmiling too-posh-to-push fashionista Stepford Wife.

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Tom Weidermeijer

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12:44 PM on 10/03/2011

Gwen is always been beautiful.

But I loved how she looked, pre-boob job, during the 'No Doubt' days.

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ngatvetrnd

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02:06 AM on 10/04/2011

Pre boob job? Actually 2 kids will do that.

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