Although she’s now known for her platinum blonde hair and penchant for red lipstick, Stefani proudly displayed her punk roots by combining platform sandals, an oddly-shaped bell skirt and bright blue hair in a befuddling ensemble at the 1998 event.
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Gwen Stefani, 1998
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