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Amber Heard: Now and Then

See how W’s June/July 2014 cover star made the transition from up-and-comer to full-blown bombshell.

by Sue Williamson

Amber Heard in Vionnet

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At the premiere of “The Dukes of Hazard” in 2005, 19-year-old Amber Heard gave Jessica Simpson a run for her country-style money in a midriff-baring top, boot cut jeans, and an oversized belt.

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At the CW All Star Party in 2007, Heard opted for a ruched (and wrinkled?) champagne-colored dress and metallic sandals that would make any prom-goer jealous. Well, almost any prom-goer.

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Heard became a leading lady with 2008’s “Never Back Down”—and ensured that all eyes were on her at the film’s premiere with a fluorescent pink Alexander McQueen dress and teased coif.

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The model-actress took a trip to the dark side for the 2008 opening of a new Dolce & Gabbana flagship with a dyed black hairstyle and a ruched, blush-colored bustier dress.

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How much is too much when it comes to feathers, beads, quilting, lace, and laces? In 2009, Amber Heard had the answer.

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Never underestimate the power of the little black suit. Case in point: Heard’s blonde bombshell look at a charity event in 2010.

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A major film role calls for a statement-making ensemble, and Heard’s slinky Alessandra Rich dress at the 2011 premiere of “The Rum Diary” did not disappoint.

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She may not have worn Schiaparelli to the 2012 Met Gala, but the model-actress’s curve-hugging Zac Posen gown was the designer’s favorite color: Pink.

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Her red lips, red nails, side-swept ombre hair, and a Versace Couture gown at the 2013 Vanity Fair Oscar party begged the question: Did Depp pick this look?

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At the 2014 Cannes Film Festival, Heard was the picture of natural beauty in a two-piece Vionnet ensemble and bold red lips. Pucker up.

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