We Can't Stop Thinking About These 28 Legendary Looks from Dolly Parton

Singer, songwriter, actress, producer, and philanthropist Dolly Parton is quite an anomaly as she is beloved by people of all generations, races, and backgrounds—a feat which becomes seemingly more impossible with each passing year. As we celebrate her 75th birthday today, there are so many reasons why she remains as cherished as ever, from her inspiring rags-to-riches upbringing to her charitable donations that helped fund Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine in late 2020. However, one of the most notable reasons to love Dolly Parton is her uniquely individual sense of style.

We're highlighting Parton's most classic and colorful looks—along with her style evolution that saw a shift from breezy pastel ensembles in the '60s and '70s to bold sequins and sparkles in the '80s that influence her style today.