21 Side-By-Sides Of Celebrities In The '00s Vs Now That Will Actually Make You Gasp

Prepare for the cringe factor.

1. Paris Hilton

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Then: The entire fake tan aisle at Priceline, tadpole eyebrows and scraps of material that somehow made up a top and skirt

Now: Sophisticated businesswoman vibes, looks like she'd smell of success and money.

2. Nicole Richie

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Then: Ruffled boobtube-esque tops in the brightest shade of neon pink, matched with dollar-store extensions and a headband scarf.

Now: Boss lady pinstripe suits that scream "What are you looking at, peasant?"

3. Miley Cyrus

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Then: Wholesome yeehaw vibes with some ~rebellious~ emo accessories (peep that studded belt and sequinned vest).

Now: A typical yeehaw-into-rocker-chic transition, featuring lots of metal, a smokey eye and "Is this wet or is there just lots of product in this?" hair.

4. Ashley Tisdale

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Then: Wearing every single trendy thing at the same time, including hot pink faux scarfs, because that's what all the cool kids were doing.

Now: Understated glam and sophistication that just DELIVERS. Seriously, what a transformation.

5. Gwen Stefani

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Then: Embracing the whole swimwear as outwear trend, which shouldn't have ever been a thing. Also fishnets, soooo many fishnets.

Now: Double denim but fashionable and cute, ya know? And still rocking pumps for that extra height.

6. Christina Aguilera

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Then: Tops with HUGE personalities. I'm talking stripes, a collar, flared sleeves, button detailing and an abnormally large tie, to boot. Oh, and don't forget the minuscule brows and those damn hats that were so popular during the '00s.

Now: [Extreme Tyra Banks voice]: Stripes, but make it high fashion.

7. Beyoncé

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Then: Big bangs, tight corsets, velvet skirts and faux fur finishes that added a touch of class.

Now: Bold, beautiful and excellent. Enough said.

8. Kim Kardashian

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Then: Layers upon layers upon layers that were secured with a big, ole' chunky belt.

Now: A beautiful, living, breathing Barbie doll that has permanent FaceTune.

9. Britney Spears

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Then: Iconic velour tracksuits that screamed leisure, comfort and "I'm much richer than you".

Now: Wholesome mum that slips on a killer look every once in a while.

10. Rihanna

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Then: A rinse and repeat of crop tops, low-rise jeans and belly chains.

Now: Queen of bold looks, fashion excellence AND big hoop attitude.

11. Anne Hathaway

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Then: Your typical English schoolteacher mixed in with notes of bookish librarian.

Now: A more mature, refined look that is befitting of the queen of Genovia.

12. Jennifer Lopez

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Then: Midriff-baring, bedazzled ensembles that paid homage to her hip-hop roots.

Now: EXTREMELY glam, EXTREMELY expensive and EXTREMELY out of everyone's league.

13. Lindsay Lohan

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Then: I saw Lindsay wearing a trucker hat, flared jeans and carrying a mini purse, so I bought a trucker hat, flared jeans and a mini purse.

Now: An unbothered Greek goddess who laughs at you every time she collects a pay cheque.

14. Cameron Diaz

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Then: Abstract art-inspired skirts paired with extremely random belts and slightly see-through tops.

Now: An actual living, breathing angel.

15. Jessica Simpson

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Then: The popular girl at school.

Now: The popular girl at school who mellowed out and is now probably addicted to candles and "Live, laugh, love" quotes.

16. Kelly Clarkson

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Then: Small town girl who threw on a casual hippie-inspired look for an extremely formal event.

Now: Dressing every bit the part of an iconic singer.

17. Ashlee Simpson

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Then: Every single texture, fabric and layer you could possibly think of thrown together in one outfit.

Now: IRL Gossip Girl chic.

18. Mischa Barton

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Then: Fresh-faced teen that's just spent their pocket money on a new look at Target.

Now: Channelling the elegance of old school Hollywood.

19. Hilary Duff

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Then: Skinny scarves that served absolutely no purpose and a whole can of hairspray to control that slicked back pouf.

Now: Big "I've got my shit together" energy as seen by the matching boots and belt.

20. Fergie

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Then: LOOK! AT! MY! ABS!

Now: I'm still top shit and I know it.

21. Pink

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Then: A whole lotta midriff and attitude.

Now: The cool mum who has a ~rebellious past~ and doesn't get mad if you come home a little past your curfew.