Ariel Winter: See Her Complete Beauty Evolution

From Modern Family to modern muse, see all of Ariel Winter's best beauty looks.

March 11, 2020

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Ariel Winter has grown up before America’s very eyes. It may be hard to believe, but Ariel Winter has now been a regular presence on televisions around the world for an incredible ten years and somehow has still managed to stay grounded. Joining the cast of Modern Family when she was just eleven years old, she turned the sarcastic and smart Alex Dunphy into a dynamic and lovable character, earning her a place not only on our televisions but also in our hearts. Thanks to Alex, she became a fixture in the Hollywood spotlight and grabbed headlines left and right.

But Ariel’s journey goes well beyond Modern Family. She’s been a voice for several causes, joining Dove’s #SpeakBeautiful campaign in 2016 before using her platform to bring attention to the ideas of responsible gun ownership, intrusive paparazzi and, oh yeah, clapping back at haters. She also slays basically every outfit she puts on. Now that Modern Family is officially leaving the airwaves, we’re taking a look back at some of Ariel’s beauty hits from over the years — yes, including her newly-debuted strawberry hair.

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February 2020
We all know her as a brunette, but Ariel’s back to red ever since Modern Family wrapped production. Here, she showed up to a screening of the film Burden rocking some fiery red locks, keeping it dark around the eyes for some contrast.
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January 2020
Ariel went with this vintage-inspired look for the Spotify Best New Artist 2020 Party. We love the hair and her bright red lipstick makes this look pop!

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April 2019
This "no makeup" makeup look totally slays, especially paired well with Ariel’s face-framing fringe.
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January 2019
For HBO’s Golden Globes Afterparty, Ariel highlighted her face by pulling her hair back, rounding off her look with some fire smokey eyes and falsies!

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November 2018
This appearance at SiriusXM called for a more casual look. Ariel kept it simple, straightening her locks and keeping it light around the eyes. The blush game was strong though!
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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 27: Ariel Winter visits SiriusXM Studios on November 27, 2018 in New York City. (Photo by Santiago Felipe/Getty Images)

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September 2018
Ariel can be truly chameleonic when she wants to be and this short, gently curled bob was a total knockout.
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March 2018
By this point it should be clear that Ariel knows how to rock her lipsticks. Flipping her hair to one side, she shines with some bright red lipstick and an eye game that can only be described as “on point.” Here for the Gatsby vibes!

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September 2017
The textured hair and shimmering silver-blue eyeshadow Ariel wore to the 2017 Emmys have us completely destroyed. She went big for this look!
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April 2017
Sometimes, you gotta keep things professional. Ariel helped open the New York Stock Exchange with this tight slick, parted hairdo. She made sure to add her own flair with some dark eye makeup.

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April 2017
Ariel hit the Smurfs: The Lost Village premiere in this rosy-cheeks look, matching her vibrant lipstick to her gold-and-purple eyes.
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January 2017
Sporting some playfully short curls and a more muted hue of red lipstick, Ariel was simply stunning at the 2017 SAG Awards.

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December 2016
Ariel proves she’s a total cat eye queen with a precise feline flick. Paired with (faux) bangs, she radiates an otherworldly allure. We can't wait to see what she does in 2017.
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December 2016
Hello, gorgeous! Ariel joins the rest of the Hollywood lob crew, appearing with a significantly shorter cut and loose waves.

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November 2016
Ariel demo’s how to rock false lashes the un-fussy way. Maintaining the focus on her eyes, she keeps the rest of her makeup fairly neutral.
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September 2016
Scraping her hair back into an elegant updo for the Emmy’s, Ariel finishes the look with dewy skin and voluminous lashes.

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May 2016
Red alert! Ariel returns to her former auburn shade, rocking a messy, half-up style and shimmery copper makeup.
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February 2016
Ariel fuses vampy with full-on glam with this stunning look. Smoky eyeshadow paired with straight, jetblack strands give her an air of mystery.

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October 2015
Look no further for easy braid-spiration. Ariel’s artfully messy style plays up her larger-than-life lashes.
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March 2015
Ariel unleashes her badass side with blue streaks and bold lashes.

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January 2015
One word: stunning. Ariel’s polished waves and soft, subtle makeup are an instant hit on the red carpet.
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July 2014
Ariel takes the full plunge and dives into redhead territory. We love the edgy vibes that her new hue infuses her look with.

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May 2013
A little less than a year later, the actress appears with significantly lighter, sunkissed strands. Dare we go as far as to say blonde is her best shade yet? If anything, her beautifully bronzed skin confirms her beach babe status.
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June 2012
Is it just us, or does Ariel’s hair have a slight reddish tint to it? Either way, she stuns with matte makeup and glossy lips.

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June 2012
How perfectly does Ariel’s pretty crown braid frame her face? Paired with loose tendrils and a pink flush, Ariel shows her sweet side with this look.
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January 2012
Red carpet glam, done right. Ariel nails her look for the 2012 Golden Globes with eyeshadow the color of brown sugar, major lashes, and Old Hollywood curls.

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December 2011
Ariel looks super pretty and perfectly polished, opting for a sleek hairstyle, a shiny coral lip and equally rosy cheeks.
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October 2011
For an eyecatching nude look, take a cue from Ariel. Her subtly contoured lids, natural flush, and soft pink pout make for a total beauty win.

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April 2011
Quite fittingly, Ariel rocks a tightly curled updo to the premiere of Disney’s Prom — and her shine factor is out of this world.
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February 2011
Whatever skincare regimen Ariel is doing, sign us up. She pulls back her hair into a slick pony to let her beyond glowy complexion take front and center.

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October 2010
This girl knows her angles — and her lipsticks. Here, Ariel’s bright pink pout and super-long lashes are everything.
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August 2010
Who says braces are awkward? We barely noticed them — but that’s probably because we were totally mesmerized by Ariel’s picture-perfect makeup.

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June 2008
For one of her very first forays in the spotlight, Ariel pairs shiny strands with a big smile.
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