The Beauty Evolution of Lucy Hale
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Few network television stars can claim country singer swagger as part of their well-rounded repertoire, but Pretty Little Liars actress Lucy Hale is quite the switch-hitter from a career standpoint. Boasting seriously engaged social media devotees (AKA "Halers") and tens of millions of followers, this pint-sized actress — along with her amazing bold brows — is practically an Insta-sensation. But the Tennessee native was a beauty icon long before she became PLL's beloved Aria Montgomery. Click ahead to see how the star's beauty has changed over the years — from teen beauty and budding actress to the makeup-savvy face of Mark Cosmetics.
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May 2006
Here, the fresh-faced 16-year-old dons manicured brows, straight locks and monochromatic peachy-pink lips and cheeks.
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October 2007
Lucy hits the mark in neutral shadow, brown-lined lids, lush lashes, and groomed arches. Her mega-shiny mane is pinned back and banana-curled at the ends for a casually chic effect.
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November 2008
Bronze eyes and cheeks look breezy and fresh, offsetting Lucy's caramel-hued glossy lip and defined lashes. A swingy, sleek blowout completes the look.
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March 2009
To fête Barbie's 50th, Lucy sports side-parted curled strands and bronzy eyes and cheeks. She completes the makeup look with an age-appropriate creamy neutral pink lip moment.
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October 2009
A departure from her typical flowing hair, here Lucy opts for a half-side updo for the Madison & Diavolina Launch Party. Extended lashes, a taupe smoky eye, bold brows and a glossy mauve mouth pair perfectly with her gold jewelry and neutral-toned outfit.
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November 2009
Decked out for Dior! Here, Lucy's hair is layered and sleek, side-parted and blown dry with movement and volume. Makeup-wise, she's opted for an ethereal frost at the inner corners of her eyes, her go-to bronzy smoked-out lid look, and creamy nude-pink lips with a hint of shine.
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March 2010
Lucy's switched up her usual side-part for a center-parted iteration, amid smooth waves and pink-toned makeup. A fierce fringe in the lash department and penciled brows amp up this evening effect.
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May 2010
At the Young Hollywood Awards, Lucy dons a black lace dress offset by the subtlest burgundy-embellished eye-shadow look, punctuated by lighter white inner corners. Tulip-pink lips and cheeks complement her dramatic eye moment, while side-parted waves yield a pretty, soft effect.
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August 2011
Very Veronica Lake! Here, it's all about side-swept side-parted waves, offsetting alpine shadow, black liner, mondo-lashes and blushed cheeks. An ice-pink pout completes this red-carpet mic-drop moment.
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October 2011
A casually-chic Lucy pairs a knit hat with flawless skin and glossy lips. Her loose waves and a striped scarf give this daytime look a laid-back L.A. vibe.
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March 2012
Beachy-beautiful! Here, Lucy opted for a low-key, side-parted lob, but went full throttle on the cosmetics concept, going for plum lids, mascara on the top and bottom lashes, and creamy pink cheeks and lips.
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May 2012
Yellow earrings are the star of this look, shown off by a shorter version of Lucy's red-carpet go-to, the Veronica Lake 'do. Her wob is sleek and shiny, while her eyes are lined and defined, offset by a rarely implemented red-orange lip.
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November 2012
Lucy donned a brighter take on that red lip a few months later at the Country Music Awards red carpet, pairing it with defined curls slung over her shoulder. That porcelain skin completes this formal effect.
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November 2012
Country chic! Here, Lucy is very model-off-duty in a plaid shirt, off-center-parted curls, pink-toned makeup, and lashes to the sky.
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March 2013
For Nickelodeon's Kid's News Choice Awards, Lucy went for a shocking pink pout paired with a demure, side-parted updo with tousled tendrils for a more casual feel against a backdrop of crisp white. Bronze lids and copious mascara complete this look.
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September 2013
Viva Las Vegas! Lucy looks fierce in her signature robust brows, brown shadow and defined lashes, offset by matte berry lips at the iHeartRadio Music Festival. Center-parted highlighted locks complete this beauty moment.
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October 2013
Here, it's all about a side-parted, side-swept 'do in warmer shades of reddish brown, paired with beautifully groomed brows, blacker-than-black lashes and magenta-hued cheeks and lips.
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May 2014
Here, Lucy celebrates 100 episodes of Pretty Little Liars in a side-parted, ombré ponytail. Pink smoky lids and a neon-orange creamy lip punctuate the star's printed dress and silver earring-adorned ears.
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August 2014
Lucy stuns in a red-satin V-necked frock, bronze-adorned lids, lengthened lashes, and a glossy nude lip. A soft, side-parted updo completes this formal effect.
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November 2014
For the American Music Awards, Lucy's side-parted wavy lob looks lovely with lightened ends. To compliment her black dress, she sported shimmery shadow, lined lids, bronzy cheeks, and a vampy Lorde-style lip. A naughtily '90s silver ear party completes this red carpet moment.
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January 2015
Bravo beauty! To catch up with Andy, Lucy went for black-brown smoky eye hotness offset by a natural nude lip. Her side-parted hairstyle is softly textured and waved for a slept-in effect.
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April 2015
Looks like Lucy’s totally mastered the art of a mod bob! The subtle bends in her strands give this cropped cut a fresh feel. Paired with dewy makeup and dramatic eyes, Lucy radiates daytime glamour.
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August 2015
To give her bob added dimension, Lucy takes her shade a hint lighter and opts for edgy ombré ends, as if posing the question that’s currently stuck in our heads: Who the heck said ombré was a just passing fad?
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August 2015
Lucy keeps it chic for the 2015 Teen Choice Awards, sporting a shiny, center-parted pony and cerulean shadow that proves the perfect complement to the color of her dress.
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October 2015
The Pretty Little Liars actress looks positively poreless! With a subtle sweep of peachy-pink pigment across her cheeks and naturally tinted gloss, it’s no secret that Lucy doesn’t require very much makeup to look super stunning.
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October 2015
Searching for a quick way to update your signature beauty look? Take a cue from Lucy and sport a pop of color on your lips. We love that Lucy went for a rich berry shade.
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November 2015
Back to dark chocolate strands! Lucy majorly ups her glam factor with dark hair and lashes for days.
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January 2016
Looking for a little extra drama for your next formal? Try Lucy’s elegant combo of a crown braid and a glossy berry lip.
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January 2016
Without a doubt, the half bun has been one of the biggest hair trends of 2016. Here, Lucy proves it works just as well (if not better…) on short lengths, too.
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January 2016
Why wear rad earrings if your hair is just going to cover them anyway? Lucy’s deep side part offers the best solution for showing jewels off.
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May 22
Lucy can pull off the natural look better than most, but this lined-eye-slick-hair look proves she can do dramatic, too.
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June 2016
Lucy, is that you? The star is serving serious Posh Spice vibes with this dark lip and straight ‘do. Girl power forever!
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October 2016
Dark lips, ombré hair, and bold brows? Lucy slays all the trends all at once.
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