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Botox, waist-length hair extensions and years of sun-worshipping – the changing look of Donatella Versace

The queen of fashion is known for her platinum blonde hair extensions and huge lashes - but that doesn't mean her look hasn't changed over the years...

DONATELLA Versace is one of the most recognisable faces in fashion, but that doesn't mean her look hasn't changed dramatically over the years.

Now 62 years old, the Italian designer's look is a far cry from when she hosted her first runway show, following her brother Gianni's death, in 1997.

 Donatella Versace looked glam at Milan Fashion Week yesterday - but her look has changed dramatically over the years
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Donatella Versace looked glam at Milan Fashion Week yesterday - but her look has changed dramatically over the yearsCredit: Getty Images - Getty

Donatella was catapulted into the spotlight when she took over the fashion empire - and her look soon began to change.

She has admitted to work done in the past. Speaking at the Vogue Festival, in 2013, Donatella said: "I'm not like this genetically.

"I use tonnes of cream and take care of my hair and skin."

She's also fessed up to wearing waist-length hair extensions, fake lashes and having Botox - "only on my face, not on my body, that's the result of hard work".

Here's how Donatella's look has changed over the past 30 years - from 1988 to present day...

1988

 The mum-of-two looked VERY different 30 years ago
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The mum-of-two looked VERY different 30 years agoCredit: Rex Features

1989

 A 34-year-old Donatella steps out with her ex-husband Paul Beck
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A 34-year-old Donatella steps out with her ex-husband Paul BeckCredit: Getty - Contributor

1990

 A fresh faced Donatella, pictured with her late brother Gianni
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A fresh faced Donatella, pictured with her late brother GianniCredit: Getty - Contributor

1991

 Donatella's statement extensions first made an appearance in 1991
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Donatella's statement extensions first made an appearance in 1991Credit: Getty - Contributor

1992

 Wearing her signature false lashes with her ex-hubby in 1992
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Wearing her signature false lashes with her ex-hubby in 1992Credit: This content is subject to copyright.

1993

 She's been perfecting this moody pout since this Paris fashion show in 1993
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She's been perfecting this moody pout since this Paris fashion show in 1993Credit: Hulton Archive - Getty

1995

 Donatella was looking noticeably thinner when she was pictured here
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Donatella was looking noticeably thinner when she was pictured hereCredit: Rex Features

1996

 Her make-up was much subtler throughout the 90s
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Her make-up was much subtler throughout the 90sCredit: Rex Features

1997

 Donatella was lighter on the make-up for the VH1 fashion awards in 1997
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Donatella was lighter on the make-up for the VH1 fashion awards in 1997Credit: Rex Features

1998

 But the statement false lashes were back with a bang - and some overdrawn eye make-up - a year later
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But the statement false lashes were back with a bang - and some overdrawn eye make-up - a year laterCredit: Rex Features

1999

 Donatella ditched her straight locks for a curled Baywatch-esque look in 1999
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Donatella ditched her straight locks for a curled Baywatch-esque look in 1999Credit: Rex Features

2001

 She appeared to sport a fuller pout in these pictures, as well as less defined eyebrows
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She appeared to sport a fuller pout in these pictures, as well as less defined eyebrowsCredit: Rex Features

2002

 These chunky hoop earrings are more Hollyoaks than Hollywood
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These chunky hoop earrings are more Hollyoaks than HollywoodCredit: PA:Press Association

2003

 These dramatic hair extensions got everyone talking back in 2003
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These dramatic hair extensions got everyone talking back in 2003Credit: AFP

2005

 Donatella was positively glowing at the Women's World Awards in 2005
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Donatella was positively glowing at the Women's World Awards in 2005Credit: Getty - Contributor

2006

 Donatella refused to dress her age in this tight-fitting, bondage style dress
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Donatella refused to dress her age in this tight-fitting, bondage style dressCredit: Getty - Contributor

2007

 Donatella looks like she might have overdone it on the sunbeds in this shot from a decade ago
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Donatella looks like she might have overdone it on the sunbeds in this shot from a decade agoCredit: Getty Images - Getty

2008

 2008 was the year Donatella made a move away from her signature bright tan
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2008 was the year Donatella made a move away from her signature bright tanCredit: Getty - Contributor

2010

 Her platinum hair has been bordering on white since 2010
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Her platinum hair has been bordering on white since 2010Credit: Getty - Contributor

2011

 She went OTT with her hair, make-up and outfit in this gold beaded number
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She went OTT with her hair, make-up and outfit in this gold beaded numberCredit: Getty Images - Getty

2014

 Not content with her peroxide locks, Donatella stepped out with bizarre bleached brows in 2014
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Not content with her peroxide locks, Donatella stepped out with bizarre bleached brows in 2014Credit: Getty Images - Getty

2015

 She sported a shorter, more natural hairstyle - but made up for it with OTT black gothic eyeliner
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She sported a shorter, more natural hairstyle - but made up for it with OTT black gothic eyelinerCredit: Getty - Contributor

2017

 She may have reached her 60s, but Donatella is refusing to ditch the OTT false lashes
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She may have reached her 60s, but Donatella is refusing to ditch the OTT false lashesCredit: Getty - Contributor

2018

 The 62-year-old is known for her shiny, wrinkle-free skin
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The 62-year-old is known for her shiny, wrinkle-free skinCredit: Getty - Contributor

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