Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis is undeniably one of the greatest style icons of the last century. Click through to see her most memorable looks through the years.
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1948
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Before she became the wife of a rising politician, Jacqueline Bouvier had polished debutante style down. An elegant long white dress is just the ticket.
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1953
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Jackie was a vision on her wedding day to John Kennedy in 1953. Recently, Meghan Markle recently proved the boatneck wedding gown to be as timeless as we always knew it to be.
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1954
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All-white was a theme for Mrs. Kennedy, shown here in a white hat and another boat neck. Those white gloves finish the elegant idea.
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1953
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It's all about chic shorts and a little button-down while vacationing at the Kennedy compound in Massachusetts in 1953. That straw topper just adds to the easy, breezy summer vibe.
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1956
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Always a standout when black tie is called for, Senator and Mrs. Kennedy look the part of young-political-couple-on-the-rise perfectly here. That fitted bodice gown is perfectly timeless.
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1958
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Consider it mom and baby style done right. Here, Jackie is pictured with her new daughter Caroline Kennedy in 1958 in a silk printed dress.
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1960
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A little shift dress in pastel is always a good idea. Here, Kennedy is casual and chic at a picnic in the park.
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1960
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Another day, another shift dress. This one came in a bright pink and perfectly paired with her pearl choker and dazzling earrings.
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1961
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Well known for her Oleg Cassini and Chanel suits, Kennedy was well aware that a great jacket and a set of pearls make the ladylike look.
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1961
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A pillbox hat and a pair of white gloves don't hurt either.
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1961
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Kennedy again donned gloves and a boatneck gown to attend a dinner at the Japanese Embassy in 1961. That simple bow ties up the luxe white look.
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1961
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For her first official photograph as First Lady in 1961, the Southampton-born beauty wore a simple long-sleeved sheath. This casual pose illustrated her easy elegance.
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1961
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Always the lady, here she is pictured wearing a Chez Ninon suit during a tour in Vienna in 1961. A contrasting hat and shimmering broach serve as standout accessories.
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1962
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Does it get any prettier than pink Christian Dior? The First Lady attended an event at the White House in this memorable strapless gown.
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1962
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While her pink Chanel suit will go down in infamy, this little shift was worn during happier times. White gloves, pearls and pumps finish the idea.
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1962
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Are you seeing the shift theme? A simple shape that can handle any number of colors of prints, the shift was a go-to of the First Lady's in the early 1960s.
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1962
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For her state visit to India in 1962, Kennedy embraced the country's love of vibrant color. This orange-hued dress with bow detail was one of her many rainbow-hued ensembles for the excusion.
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1962
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As her state visit in India continued, three fashion go-to's remained: pearls, white gloves, and many bow details.
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1963
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The early 60s were all about Palm Springs. Here, Jackie, Caroline, John Jr. and John F. Kennedy hit the Cali hot spot in white Mommy and Me looks, save for JFK in a black suit.
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1963
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Jackie looked regal in a strapless lavender gown, diamond drop earrings, and long white gloves during a ceremony at the National Gallery of Art.
Jennifer Algoo is the Visuals Director at Harper's BAZAAR. She is a graduate of the School of Visual Arts and has previously worked at Patrick McMullan Co. as well as completing internships at Martha Stewart Weddings, Vogue and CosmoGirl! Magazine. Jennifer covers royal, celeb and art content as well as overseeing all visual assets on BAZAAR.com. When she's not obsessing over the royals you can find her attempting to solve cold cases as an armchair detective, traveling and experimenting with new recipes.
Kerry Pieri is Harper's Bazaar's Digital Fashion/Features Director. Kerry oversees the fashion vertical for BAZAAR.com, including launching digital covers, styling celebrity features, and managing recurring features including Brand Watch and My Life in Three Looks. In addition, Kerry edits the “best of” each season, from shoes to bags, denim and coats, and is consistently looking for shifts in the fashion realm to lend a voice. Kerry formerly served as the Editorial Director of StyleCaster.com and as a producer at Full Frontal Fashion. She lives in New York with her husband Steve, and baby girl Lila Sky.