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The Inspiring Evolution of Sophia Loren

44 images that show how the actress went from Italian starlet to international icon.

By Julia ShinglerPublished: Oct 14, 2016

Jewellery, Shoulder, Style, Monochrome, Monochrome photography, Eyelash, Neck, Black-and-white, Day dress, Model,

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Since her acting debut in 1950, Sophia Loren has been a model of Italian glamour and smolder. And 66 years later, she's still showing us how it's done.

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1950

Hairstyle, Eyebrow, Fashion, Portrait, Eyelash, Vintage clothing, Portrait photography, Photo shoot, Fashion design, Makeover,

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1952

Photograph, Style, Monochrome, Monochrome photography, Vintage clothing, Waist, Black-and-white, Day dress, One-piece garment, Retro style,

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1953

Style, Monochrome, Black-and-white, Monochrome photography, Black, Flash photography, Fashion model, Waist, Model, Costume,

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1954

Lip, Hairstyle, Collar, Monochrome photography, Monochrome, Style, Black-and-white, Eyelash, Neck, Black,

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1955

Umbrella, Style, Dome, Travel, Dome, Windshield, Monochrome, Vehicle door, Arch, Byzantine architecture,

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1956

Face, People, Hairstyle, Photograph, Sitting, Monochrome, Monochrome photography, Black-and-white, Necklace, Vintage clothing,

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1957

Lip, Mouth, Eye, Hairstyle, Chin, Forehead, Eyebrow, Eyelash, Style, Beauty,

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1958

Human, Hairstyle, Happy, Sitting, Jewellery, Comfort, Bridal clothing, Dress, Fashion accessory, Black hair,

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1959

Shoulder, Monochrome, Monochrome photography, Style, Bag, Black-and-white, Knee, Luggage and bags, Chest, Foot,

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1960

Human leg, Swimwear, Monochrome, Hat, Leotard, Headgear, Thigh, Sun hat, One-piece swimsuit, Monochrome photography,

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1961

Nose, Lip, Eye, Hairstyle, Chin, Shoulder, Eyebrow, Eyelash, Style, Jaw,

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1962

Leg, Human body, Human leg, Toe, Barefoot, Elbow, Foot, Chest, Black, Thigh,

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1963

Lip, Hat, Monochrome, Style, Monochrome photography, Headgear, Fashion accessory, Fashion, Street fashion, Black-and-white,

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1964

Human, Branch, Leaf, People in nature, Woody plant, Deciduous, Botany, Garden, Twig, Fruit,

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1965

Clothing, Hairstyle, Shoulder, Jewellery, Dress, Beauty, Fashion accessory, Fashion, Fashion model, Youth,

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1966

Eyewear, Vision care, Glasses, Goggles, White, Style, Headgear, Fashion accessory, Sunglasses, Personal protective equipment,

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1967

Comfort, Sitting, Room, Knee, Lamp, Living room, Lighting accessory, Linens, Foot, Pillow,

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1968

Lip, Carnivore, Dog, Mammal, Dog breed, Toy dog, Small terrier, Snout, Brown hair, Terrier,

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1969

Hairstyle, Hand, Drink, Portrait, Self-portrait, Painting, Vintage clothing, Stemware, Retro style, Wine glass,

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1970

Eyewear, Face, Nose, Vision care, Glasses, Human body, Comfort, Textile, Sitting, Hand,

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