Tyra Banks: Style Evolution (PHOTOS)

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Models turned businesswomen aren’t rare these days -- but few are as legendary as Tyra Banks. While the California native has moved on from the runways of Chanel, Yves Saint Laurent and Victoria’s Secret, she's attending Harvard Business School and promoting her book, "Modelland."

She may have retired from modeling, but Banks still loves to show off her figure in curve-hugging frocks and voluminous gowns.

Click through the gallery below for a look back at Banks’ fa-fa-fa-fashionable red carpet ensembles as we celebrate her 38th birthday this Sunday.

And have a look through our many other Style Evolutions here.

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05:07 AM on 12/05/2011
She is a gorgeous woman, and any man that she dates/marries had better treat her like a freaking goddess.
04:58 AM on 12/05/2011
I do not understand this gorgeous woman....38, no kids, no man...what's up?
04:05 AM on 12/05/2011
She is a well disciplined young woman. Her mum did a good job raising her. Most of those super models are not good examples to follow. Tyra has been a great inspiration especially to young women and girls who are not confident enough to face different challenges in life. Keep it up Tyra
04:10 AM on 12/05/2011
Go Tyra
03:47 AM on 12/05/2011
HAPPY BIRTHDAY Tyra!!!!!!!
02:51 AM on 12/05/2011
You know, I agree tht Tyra has become the simbole of the new streem in fashion! Good work!
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Ronald Ferreira
02:17 AM on 12/05/2011
wpw tyra is so beautiful in shiny clothes i love her
02:07 AM on 12/05/2011
I loved her hair when it was shorter in the 2001 photo.
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Brianna Cole
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12:29 AM on 12/05/2011
I remember first seeing her on an episode of the Fresh Prince of Bel Air. (spelling sry I forget...) She was always a cutie.
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pslcitizen
Intelligence is the ability to adapt to change.
11:23 PM on 12/04/2011
She almost looks safe to be around...she didn't seem to be holding a weapon.
02:06 PM on 12/05/2011
Umm... maybe because this is Tyra Banks NOT Naomi Campbell! smh
11:19 PM on 12/04/2011
She didn't show her entire stomach as the headline claims. She showed her abdomen. Her stomach is an internal organ that can't be seen.
01:16 AM on 12/05/2011
lol, u r so right.
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11:13 PM on 12/04/2011
she is much bigger then then she really appears. very small calves but huge thighs. pic 39 she looks way huge? WOW
02:07 PM on 12/05/2011
Post YOUR pics so we can pick you apart! smh
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Lisa1129
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11:07 PM on 12/04/2011
Her forehead reminds me of a speed bump.
12:28 AM on 12/05/2011
You could show movies on that forehead.
04:58 AM on 12/05/2011
Havent we heard about enough of this b**ch.
10:49 PM on 12/04/2011
she really want to be white i swear it
02:08 PM on 12/05/2011
...and WHAT would make you think THAT??? smh
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haleejr73
Don't believe me. Prove it to yourself.
10:41 PM on 12/04/2011
Tyra is simply fabulous. She is stunning in all of her photos. I like her America's Top Model. She not only boost the young models with her knowledge and contacts but she builds their self esteem. She is an inspiration and I hope that she continues for a very long time.
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Brianna Cole
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12:32 AM on 12/05/2011
She went from a cute girl to a beautiful woman and she is the epitome of attractive "less than perfect" bodies. She is no longer super model sized, and I think she is more beautiful now than ever!
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haleejr73
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01:33 AM on 12/05/2011
Brianna Cole.....You got that right. Some of those outfits are stunning. I like the advice that she gives the young models on her show. It's obvious that she learn a lot along her path. She will look even better when she goes into her 40s and even her 50s.
02:09 PM on 12/05/2011
I SO agree with you! I
02:29 PM on 12/05/2011
Tyra... is a multitude of things. She's beautiful---her eyes twinkle, her smile shines, her skin tone glows, her height is powerful, her figure is voluptious, her hairstyles are ever-changing, her makeup is always flawless... EVERYTHING IS GORGEOUS! She is educated, business minded, has great professionalism, very articulate, and a people person. The girl has personality, she's hilariously funny and not ashamed to show her silly and goofy side! She's extremely confident and comfortable within her skin. Those qualities about her radiates like sunshine! I wish she was my sister, friend or SOMETHING! LOL She's my favority celebrity! :0)
10:06 PM on 12/04/2011
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