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Illustrious Extravagance - From the Bluebelles to LaBelle to her stellar solo career, Patti LaBelle's look has changed in dramatic fashion over the past five decades. Let's take a look back at the Grammy-winning diva's style evolution.

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Strictly Business - Patti's powder-blue suit combines power and style. The business-savvy entertainer is also a best-selling author and owns successful wig and hot sauce lines.

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Space-Age Prom Queens  - LaBelle, comprised of Patti LaBelle, Nona Hendryx and Sarah Dash, embrace the '70s rock-soul-funk spirit in skin-baring numbers. Nona's metallic wings, Sarah's futuristic top and Patti's aluminum tights remind you why this R&B trio is one of the most innovative girl groups of all time. (Photo: Landov)

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Original Showgirls  - LaBelle adorned in one of their signature cutting-edge looks. The legendary trio brought their creative energy to the Back to Now album cover with feather headdresses and glitzy costumes.(Photo: labelleisback.com)   

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Beam Me Up! - Patti dressed for a LaBelle concert, or perhaps a space walk, circa 1973. (Photo: Retna)

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Acid Queen  - Patti wore this crystal-embellished dress to a 1989 concert by The Who. Her eye-popping gown and sky-high hair had all the fashionistas taking notice.

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Frills and Lace - With her white lace parasol and matching off-the-shoulder frock, Patti LaBelle embodies sweetness and innocence with a dash of soul.         

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Backstage Style - Patti flaunts her standout style in a leather cape and tiered lace top while hanging with Al Green and Ali MacGraw backstage at the Broadway play Your Arms Too Short to Box With God.

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Backstage Style - Patti flaunts her standout style in a leather cape and tiered lace top while hanging with Al Green and Ali MacGraw backstage at the Broadway play Your Arms Too Short to Box With God.

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All Black Everything - At the 1993 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, Patti chanelled the local Second Line tradition when she took the stage in a fabulous funereal ensemble, accessorized with gold accents.

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Stunna Specs - While attending a 2009 press conference in South Africa, Patti wore a bold print top and stunning glasses that made a serious statement.

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All the Trimmings - Patti dons a fabulous faux-fur-trimmed cape while singing "On My Own" with Michael McDonald.

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All the Trimmings - Patti dons a fabulous faux-fur-trimmed cape while singing "On My Own" with Michael McDonald.

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On the Runway - Patti models a red Zang Toi kimono-style design to the Hearts Truth Red Dress Collection fashion show. She accents her flowy satin dress with peep-toe pumps and a wrist full of bling.

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Oh You Fancy, Huh? - Backstage at the 2010 BET Awards, Patti sported fancy eyewear and a sharp bob.

Photo By Photo credit: Kristian Dowling/PictureGroup

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All Hail - The queen of rock and soul pays tribute to Prince at the 2010 BET Awards in a shimmery silver number (sans stiletto heels, which she kicked off mid-song).