Style Evolution: Dawn Yeoh

Dawn Yeoh, who turns 35 today (May 5), has cycled through a number of fashion trends over the past decade: from kawaii ruffles to preppy prints to designer digs, the actress has tried them all — and that's not even including some of the over-the-top outfits she's worn on screen. Keep reading to see some of Dawn's most iconic looks over the years.

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Book event (2006)

Remember when bobs had tails? We don’t envy the amount of time Dawn probably spent with her hair straightener to make them perfectly silky.
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2006

Side-swept bangs ON FLEEK.
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Never Say Die conference (2006)

Between her Sanrio bling, pairing suede boots with a skirt, and wearing an argyle sweater-vest as a shirt, Dawn was perfectly on-trend for the mid-aughts.
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Yours Always (2006)

Dawn sure liked that Hello Kitty charm necklace.
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2007

We never thought we’d see Mediacorp’s resident kawaii princess channel rock chick Avril Lavigne. Guess there’s a punkish side to Dawn after all.
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The Princesses and the Dude (2007)

Dawn channelled her otaku side by dressing in cutesy regalia for The Princess & the Dude.
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Honour and Passion (2007)

Ah, 2007, when belts served merely an aesthetic purpose.
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Honour and Passion (2007)

…as did headbands.
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Honour and Passion press conference (2007)

Hey Dawn, the 80s called and they want their side pony back.
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Star Awards 2007 Show 2

Dawn served up this regrettable anime girl-inspired look for the red carpet. The actress told us a decade later that "other than the Hello Kitty, none of this was my idea".
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Beach Ball Babes (2008)

This sporty bikini look is still pretty cute, especially considering that Dawn wore it more than a decade ago.
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The Dream Catchers (2009)

Just when we thought Dawn’s Harajuku outfit from The Princess & the Dude was daring, someone had to dress her in this “sexy Pokéball” costume.
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The Dream Catchers (2009)

Oh, Dawn. We hope you treated yourself with a hair mask after filming this scene.
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2010

While this red dress fits right in with today's off-shoulder fad, those lace and gingham strips at the bottom should stay firmly in 2010.
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30th Drama Anniversary event (2012)

Considering all the sweet and girly looks Dawn donned in the past, this black and gold number by Keith Png is a breath of fresh air and grown-up look for the actress.
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The Dream Makers lensing ceremony (2013)

Who says denim shorts are for lazy dress-down weekends? Dawn oozed casual chic in her daisy dukes, red blazer and boots at The Dream Makers lensing ceremony.
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Longchamp event (2014)

Dawn art deco-inspired dress from Miss Selfridge perfectly complemented her Longchamp bag’s neutral finish.
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Wicked gala night (2016)

Dawn looked “wickedly” pretty in a sequined dress from H&M and gravity-defying heels from Karen Millen.
Photo: Dawn Yeoh's Facebook
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Victoria’s Secret store opening (2017)

We’re not sure if Dawn came from the gym or that she just really loved the athleisure trend but she looked a little out of place wearing a sports bra, mesh top and workout tights to a lingerie store opening.
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2017

Dawn might have been showing off a new Miu Lady Bag, but her embellished knitwear stole the show.
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Singapore Fashion Week (2017)

Dawn rocked a frilly blouse and khaki culottes from Yoyo Cao's label, Exhibit, at Singapore Fashion Week in 2017. We love how her bold red lips pop against the neutral colours.
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2018

The doors of the Dwarlika Hotel, in Nepal, were the perfect backdrop for Dawn as she struck a mysterious pose in her pastel goth-style Kate Spade frock.
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Gifted press conference (2018)

While this quirky ensemble of a voluminous gingham top from Ralph Lauren and lavender feather skirt may not be for everyone, Dawn managed to pull it off perfectly.
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The Body Shop event (2018)

Dawn’s outfit looks like a cross between a tribal princess and modernist artist - and we mean it in a good way.
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Jalan Jalan press conference (2018)

Dawn showed up at the Jalan Jalan press conference looking like a chic rodeo chick in a Western-style floral jumpsuit.
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Star Awards 2019

Dawn wowed in a sparkly fairytale-like tulle gown at the 2019 Star Awards, proving plunging necklines can be sexy, but also classy at the same time.
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My Agent Is A Hero 2 (2019)

Premium Lian (aka Michelle Chong), we think we've found your competition.
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2020

Dawn's got the curves and she’s definitely not shy to show it off.
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2020

Dawn looked all sweet and radiant as she posed in her pink Aurahera frock which features a custom feather print that celebrates femininity and diversity.
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2021

This turtleneck shrug is just ridiculous.
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2021

We did a double take when we saw this pic of Dawn looking smokin' hot in Victoria's Secret lingerie. We're not the only ones who think so. There were comments like "nose bleeding", "hot!" and "you cause [my wife] to pull my ears". The last one is courtesy of Darren Lim.
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2021

It's been some time since we last dressed up proper, and Dawn’s dreamy OOTD above is inspiring us to put on our best outfit even if it’s just for a stroll in the park.
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Star Awards 2021

Finally something edgier. Part lingerie, part evening wear, this Dolce & Gabbana lace-up corset gown is by far our favourite red carpet look from the actress.