Bow Down: Grace Jones Is the Epitome of Fierce

The icon is taking names at 67 years young.

Slay - It took her 67 years, but the imitable Grace Jones is finally preparing to release her autobiography, I’ll Never Write My Memoirs. In the days before it’s September 24 release, Jones released a few choice excerpts that quickly made her a trending Twitter topic. Revel in the shade: “Trends come along and people say, ‘Follow that trend’. There’s a lot of that around at the moment: ‘Be like Sasha Fierce. Be like Miley Cyrus. Be like Rihanna. Be like Lady Gaga. Be like Rita Ora and Sia. Be like Madonna.’ I cannot be like them — except to the extent that they are already being like me.” Welp. May we all be this fierce and fearless at 67 years young. By Kenrya Rankin Naasel (Photo: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for IMG)

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Slay - It took her 67 years, but the imitable Grace Jones is finally preparing to release her autobiography, I’ll Never Write My Memoirs. In the days before it’s September 24 release, Jones released a few choice excerpts that quickly made her a trending Twitter topic. Revel in the shade: “Trends come along and people say, ‘Follow that trend’. There’s a lot of that around at the moment: ‘Be like Sasha Fierce. Be like Miley Cyrus. Be like Rihanna. Be like Lady Gaga. Be like Rita Ora and Sia. Be like Madonna.’ I cannot be like them — except to the extent that they are already being like me.” Welp. May we all be this fierce and fearless at 67 years young. By Kenrya Rankin Naasel (Photo: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for IMG)

Go Big - She is resplendent in volume, the purple light making her costume for the amfAR Milano 2014 Gala Dinner and Action at Milan Fashion Week glow royally.  (Photo: Vincenzo Lombardo/Getty Images for amfAR)

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Go Big

Uniform - Jones never met a black ensemble she didn't like. Here, she graces the Battersea Power Station in London with her presence, working one of her signature hoods and a single polka-dotted glove. (Photo: Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images for Battersea Power Station)

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Uniform

Drama - From her mask to the perfectly draped purple gown, whenever Jones arrives to an event, she steals the show. (Photo: Francois Durand/Getty Images)

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Drama

What Pants? - Who knew that a horned mask, leotard, fishnet stockings, seven-inch heels and a hula hoop could go together so darn well? Only Grace. We are so here for this look. (Photo: Larry Busacca/Getty Images)

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What Pants?

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That Glow - Crystal-covered bowler? Check. Sequined jacket? Check. Megawatt smile? EVERYTHING! (Photo: Mike Windle/Getty Images for amfAR)

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That Glow

Dotty - Jones brought out the polka dots in full force for an event honoring fashion icon Isabella Blow. They adorn her hat, gloves and bag. (Photo: Ian Gavan/Getty Images)

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Dotty

Contrasts - Jones’ towering headpiece lends added drama to her costume and performance at the Philipp Plein fashion show during Milan Fashion Week. (Photo: Tullio M. Puglia/Getty Images for Philipp Plein)

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Contrasts

Twist and Shout - Those spikes on her hat and strong shoulders? Yaasss! (Photo: Jacopo Raule/Getty Images for Philipp Plein)

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Twist and Shout

Look Up - Hats are a major tool in her arsenal, and she doesn’t disappoint with this brocade-patterned topper. (Photo: Fernanda Calfat/Getty Images For amfAR)

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Look Up

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Standout - Her fab blazer cuts a dashing silhouette atop black leggings and the fur hat provides form and function as Jones steps out to honor director Pedro Almodovar in London.  (Photo: Stuart Wilson/Getty Images)

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Standout

Casual Fridays - Her bucket hat and sunglasses add mystery to an otherwise dressed down look. (Photo: Ian Gavan/Getty Images for Evian)

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Casual Fridays

Graphic - A white-and-gold unitard and a beyond dramatic hairdo ensure that all eyes are on Jones as she takes the stage in London. (Photo: Ian Gavan/Getty Images)

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Graphic

All Gold Everything - She opts for all gold and her signature accessories — a hood and gloves — and kills it every single time. (Photo: Evan Agostini/Getty Images)

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All Gold Everything