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Dr. Maya Angelou's Best Vintage Style Moments

The incomparable Dr. Maya Angelou would have been 89-years-old today (April 4). In honor of her, we're offering up some proof that aside from being brilliant, Angelou had a style all her own. Here are 10 vintage photos that prove Maya Angelou was a true style maven.
By Dominique Hobdy ·
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Maya Angelou

Dr. Angelou rocks one of her signature headwraps.

10 Photos That Prove Dr. Maya Angelou's Style Was Undeniably Fabulous
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Maya Angelou

This flowing, embroidered number is everything!

10 Photos That Prove Dr. Maya Angelou's Style Was Undeniably Fabulous
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Maya Angelou

During her dancing days, Maya was all about these fun and flirty looks!

10 Photos That Prove Dr. Maya Angelou's Style Was Undeniably Fabulous
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Maya Angelou

Maya is giving us a major Miss Calypso moment circa 1957.

10 Photos That Prove Dr. Maya Angelou's Style Was Undeniably Fabulous
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Maya Angelou

Maya lounges in a super chic black jumpsuit in the late 1950s.

10 Photos That Prove Dr. Maya Angelou's Style Was Undeniably Fabulous
Vintage Black Glamour Tumblr
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Maya Angelou

Maya gives regal, mother earth vibes wearing a floor length sheath dress and bold accessories in this iconic photo.

10 Photos That Prove Dr. Maya Angelou's Style Was Undeniably Fabulous
Vintage Black Glamour Tumblr
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Maya Angelou

Classic vintage glamour is the name of the game in this gorgeous frock.

10 Photos That Prove Dr. Maya Angelou's Style Was Undeniably Fabulous
Vintage Black Glamour Tumblr
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Maya Angelou

How stunning is Maya in this matching dress and headwrap?

10 Photos That Prove Dr. Maya Angelou's Style Was Undeniably Fabulous
Vintage Black Glamour Tumblr
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Maya Angelou

Yes to this fierce split!

10 Photos That Prove Dr. Maya Angelou's Style Was Undeniably Fabulous
Vintage Black Glamour Tumblr
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Maya Angelou

Maya does it again with this fab printed look.

10 Photos That Prove Dr. Maya Angelou's Style Was Undeniably Fabulous
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