As she's transformed from a Gossip Girl to a domestic diva, Blake Lively's perfect hair has evolved from braids to blowouts and everything in between. Now that she's given birth to her first child, we can't wait to see what styles she takes on next — but we're pretty sure that the wash-and-go mom bob won't be in Blake's lock lexicon anytime soon. Take a look back at this generation's golden girl.
While walking around in New York City, Blake's undone bed head stole the attention from her vibrant floral gown.
In a departure from her standard tousled strands, Blake visited The Tonight Show with a sleek, glossy blowout.
At the premiere of The Age of Adaline, Blake showed off retro cascading curls — the perfect nod to her character.
At L'Oréal's Women of Worth celebration, Blake's cascading curls brought the focus to her sexy back.
Blake showed off glossy beach waves and a glowing complexion at the American Made Summit.
At the Angel Ball, she wore her hair in a sleek low ponytail that rivaled her low neckline for attention.
Blake's loose waves at the God's Love We Deliver Golden Heart Awards were the perfect blend of surfer-girl chic and Hollywood glamour.
Blake announced her pregnancy on her lifestyle site Preserve with a photo taken by her brother Eric. Look at that bump — and that gorgeous mermaid hair!
At the Chime for Change event, Blake's blowout featured a sensual side part with loads of volume at the ends.
At the 2014 CFDA Fashion Awards, Blake paired a Gossip Girl-esque headband with big-bodied waves, evoking a modernized mod style.
Whoa! That's one big bun. Blake opted for an oversize chignon at the Captives premiere and paired it with a cherry-red lip color.
At the 2014 Cannes debut of Grace of Monaco, Blake looked stunning in a braided ponytail.
At the 2014 Met Gala, Blake wore one of her best styles — a gorgeous head of curls. She also added an extra element of glamour with one side pinned up into a vintage roll.
At this year's Chime For Change, Blake went for a textured updo that still has us envious of her gorgeous hair.
Braids and Blake go together like peas and carrots, as Hollywood's It girl has proved time and again.
At the LA premiere of Savages in 2012, the starlet dressed to impress in old-school waves and a matte red lip look.
For the Green Lantern premiere in 2011, Blake stepped out in one of her most covetable styles yet: multiple fishtail braids topped off with a glistening filigreed hairpin.
Blake took a risk at a 2011 event, matching the gold detailing on her royal blue gown to both her earrings and eye makeup. As you can see, it totally paid off.
Sure, she stunned the crowd at the 2009 Emmys in this draped red Versace, but it was her ultralong braid that really had heads turning.
With her sun-kissed makeup and casually braided coiffure, Blake was the epitome of California-cool at the 2008 premiere of The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2.
For her appearance at a 2007 event, the young star gave off a Brigitte Bardot vibe, showing off bouncy, golden blond strands.
The actress gorgeously paired a soft, tangerine makeup look with a soft, textured updo at the 2005 premiere of The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants.