Whether she\u2019s in subdued black or bright yellow, Dolly Parton<\/a> always shows off her signature style<\/a>. Always wearing items to hug her figure and show off her best assets, Parton has created her classic look that fits just about any occasion<\/a>. \u201cI have never thought of myself as being fashionable,\u201d she told Vogue<\/a>. (We beg to differ, Dolly!) \u201cI\u2019ll just tell you what, I know about how I look and why I look that way,\u201d she added.<\/p>\n In that Vogue video, Parton herself reflected on some of her most iconic looks, including the off-the-shoulder lace pink gown she wore to the 1980 premiere of her hit movie\u00a09 to 5. \u201cI got to dress up like I was a city girl in this [film] and I\u2019ve never even thought about being fashionable I just always wore things that fit me,\u201d she said. \u201cBut I thought, for something as big as a premiere, I needed to be fancy and I didn\u2019t know how to do that.\u201d Indeed, Dolly looked fancy \u2014 ethereal and so so sweet.<\/p>\n Talking about another look \u2014 a white lace dress she wore to perform at the 2019 Grammys \u2014 Parton reminisced about performing with her goddaughter Miley Cyrus, who joined her to sing with her onstage that night. \u201cWe felt very pretty,\u201d she said, adding that her outfit was designed by Steve Summers. \u201cThey\u2019re like family to me,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n More from SheKnows<\/strong><\/p>\n Best of SheKnows<\/strong><\/p>\n Sign up for SheKnows’ Newsletter<\/a>. For the latest news, follow us on Facebook<\/a>, Twitter<\/a>, and Instagram<\/a>.<\/p>\n Silver Fox<\/p>\n Dolly Parton wowed as she walked the carpet for the 58th Academy Of Country Music Awards in this silver fringed jumpsuit. Love the shoulder pads!<\/p>\n Pedal Pusher Queen<\/p>\n Dolly doesn\u2019t do casual, even when she does! This playful (but still Dolly-level bedazzled) black ensemble paired with clear, seemingly pearl-lined pumps turned heads. She rocked the look on the white carpet event for her All Access Pop-Up Store at the Star in Frisco, Texas, just days before the 58th annual Academy of Country Music Awards<\/p>\n Red Frills<\/p>\n Parton performed at ACL Live for her very own Dollyverse event at SXSW 2022. The red paired with the sun-bleached, bedazzled jeans perfectly fit the modern country aesthetic of the tech event.<\/p>\n New Year\u2019s Fun<\/p>\n In another performance with Cyrus, Parton joined Miley\u2019s New Years Eve Party\u00a0wearing this sexy black and leopard print catsuit with a side cutout on the legs.<\/p>\n Leather Lover<\/p>\n A little bit country, a little bit rock n\u2019 roll: Parton got decked out in black leather during the 37th Annual Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony in 2022.<\/p>\n Vegas Cowgirl<\/p>\n In March 2022, Dolly Parton performed during the 57th Academy of Country Music Awards at Allegiant Stadium in Vegas, and we are getting some old Vegas Elvis vibes here with this whole cowgirl with a dream look!<\/p>\n Mirror Mirror<\/p>\n At the 57th Academy of Country Music Awards in 2022, which she co-hosted, Parton looked every bit the shining star she is in this jumpsuit adorned with a mosaic of mirrored pieces all over.<\/p>\n All in the Layers<\/p>\n At the 53rd annual CMA Awards, Parton stole the show as she took the stage in this cream-colored layered off-the-shoulder dress with pink details.<\/p>\n A Family Affair<\/p>\n Parton wore this gorgeous white lace dress as she sang with goddaughter Miley Cyrus at the 61st Annual Grammy Awards in 2019.<\/p>\n Sexy in Black<\/p>\n In one of her most sheer ensembles to date, Parton looked stunning as she performed in this beaded black lace number at the MusiCares Person of the Year event.<\/p>\n Matching the Decor<\/p>\n Parton almost perfectly matched the colorful background at the 51st Academy of Country Music Awards red carpet in this colorful blazer and cream pants.<\/p>\n Rainbow-Colored<\/p>\n Parton embraced all the colors of the rainbow in this beautiful beaded dress at the Pure & Simple Benefiting The Opry Trust Fund event.<\/p>\n Her Cruella Moment<\/p>\n Parton looked like a modern-day (but much, much nicer!) Cruella de Vil in this black and white ensemble with a striped vest, polka dot shirt, and fringed skirt.<\/p>\n What an Honor<\/p>\n In 2006, Parton was honored at the 29th Annual Kennedy Center Honors at John F. Kennedy Center. \u201cThis one was a very special night for me and I wanted to look special and feel special and I did,\u201d Parton told Vogue.<\/p>\n An Oscar Nominee<\/p>\n In 2006, Parton was nominated for an Academy Award in the Best Original Song category for \u201cTravelin\u2019 Thru.\u201d At the event, Parton took our breath away in this intricate light pink gown.<\/p>\n Getting Inspired<\/p>\n During the 2005 Country Music Association Awards, Parton sang the Beatles\u2019 \u201cImagine\u201d with fellow icon Elton John. Speaking to Vogue, she explained the inspiration behind her over-the-top denim and gold look. \u201cI was trying to look like Elton John,\u201d she admitted.<\/p>\n Such a Showgirl<\/p>\n If you think Parton only wears dresses, think again. Though a fitted dress may be her signature look, she occassionally wears cropped jumpsuits like this off-the-shoulder embellished one at the Sovereign Center in 2004.<\/p>\n Boho Chic<\/p>\n Taking fringe to a more bohemian style, Parton wore this floral pink and red gown to the Tennessee Film & Music Commission\u2019s industry reception in 2002.<\/p>\n Print-Forward<\/p>\n Parton proved she\u2019s not afraid of prints in this red and white dress as she performed for the Today Show in 2002.<\/p>\n Ombr\u00e9 Ready<\/p>\n Also on The Tonight Show With Jay Leno, Parton rocked this blue ombr\u00e9 dress with feathers in 1999.<\/p>\n An All-Black Moment<\/p>\n Parton loves color so seeing her in all-black is rare, but also quite exciting. She looked stunning on The Tonight Show With Jay Leno in this off-the-shoulder black dress, paired with straight hair and red lips.<\/p>\n Keeping It Patriotic<\/p>\n Parton embraced the American stars and stripes during a performance on the Oprah Winfrey Show in 1991.<\/p>\n Bring on the Red<\/p>\n Parton rocked this red gown with gold details while performing on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson in 1990.<\/p>\n LEmon Yellow<\/p>\n Parton wowed in this soft lemon-yellow two-piece outfit at a performance in 1990.<\/p>\n Stealing the Show for \u2018Steel Magnolias\u2019<\/p>\n Shirley MacLaine, Daryl Hannah, Sally Field, and Julia Roberts all starred in Steel Magnolias alongside Parton and yet we\u2019d argue all eyes were on her during the Ziegfeld Theater premiere when she wore this bejeweled gown.<\/p>\n Shining Bright<\/p>\n Parton shined bright in this beaded white gown at the 1988 People\u2019s Choice Awards.<\/p>\n Picture Perfect<\/p>\n For Parton\u2019s The Dolly Show, Parton took this breathtaking portrait in this crisp white gown with stunning shoulders and a sexy sky-high slit.<\/p>\n Golden Girl<\/p>\n Parton was a true golden girl as she filmed Dolly in 1987 in this golden embroidered gown with silver detailing.<\/p>\n Decked Out in Pearls<\/p>\n In this 1987 fashion moment for Dolly, Parton might have broken a record for the number of pearls a dress could hold. So stunning!<\/p>\n Fringe Galore<\/p>\n Parton brought out the fringe in this figure-hugging white dress with orange details as she performed back in 1983.<\/p>\n A Blushing Movie Star<\/p>\n Parton wore this off-the-shoulder pink lace gown to the 9 to 5 movie premiere. So beautiful!<\/p>\nTake a look at those ensembles and more of Dolly Parton\u2019s most iconic looks below \u2014 in honor of her 80th birthday today!<\/h2>\n
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Red Frills<\/h2>\n
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New Year\u2019s Fun<\/h2>\n
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Leather Lover<\/h2>\n
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Vegas Cowgirl<\/h2>\n
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Mirror Mirror<\/h2>\n
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All in the Layers<\/h2>\n
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A Family Affair<\/h2>\n
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Sexy in Black<\/h2>\n
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Matching the Decor<\/h2>\n
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Rainbow-Colored<\/h2>\n
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Her Cruella Moment<\/h2>\n
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What an Honor<\/h2>\n
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An Oscar Nominee<\/h2>\n
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Getting Inspired<\/h2>\n
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Such a Showgirl<\/h2>\n
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Boho Chic<\/h2>\n
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Print-Forward<\/h2>\n
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Ombr\u00e9 Ready<\/h2>\n
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An All-Black Moment<\/h2>\n
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Keeping It Patriotic<\/h2>\n
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Bring on the Red<\/h2>\n
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LEmon Yellow<\/h2>\n
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Stealing the Show for \u2018Steel Magnolias\u2019<\/h2>\n
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Shining Bright<\/h2>\n
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Picture Perfect<\/h2>\n
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Golden Girl<\/h2>\n
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Decked Out in Pearls<\/h2>\n
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Fringe Galore<\/h2>\n
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A Blushing Movie Star<\/h2>\n
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