40 Times Kendall Jenner Proved She Was Destined For Runway Greatness

If you're a Kardashian or a Jenner, you're used to being in the spotlight. But Kendall Jenner is well on her way to becoming a fashion icon in her own right — she even dropped Jenner as her last name professionally to prove she didn't need the famous family name help. After carefully studying her beauty style since she was just a little girl, we can theorize that she was always meant to be in front of the camera. Oh, and she was also a total trendsetter, taking on braids, cat eyes, and metallic eye makeup looks that are still popular today. Read on to see her evolution from the most adorable child to the undeniably chic and sexy young woman we know (and obsessively tweet about) today. Those Marc Jacobs and Chanel runway credits? She earned them! But perhaps you'll have to see it to believe it . . .

Dec. 10, 2000, The Emperor's New Groove Premiere
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Dec. 10, 2000, The Emperor's New Groove Premiere

Kendall makes her red carpet debut with the clan (Bruce, Kris, and Kylie). This was our first glimpse of her bright, fresh skin and superphotogenic features.

July 4, 2003, John Anthony DeJoria's 6th Birthday Party
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July 4, 2003, John Anthony DeJoria's 6th Birthday Party

Even as a child, Kendall knew how to pout for the camera. We love how her brooding stare juxtaposes her cheerleader ponytail.

Jan. 11, 2004, Teacher's Pet Premiere
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Jan. 11, 2004, Teacher's Pet Premiere

10 years before she rocked pigtail braids at Coachella, Kendall was sporting the style (with a rocker leather jacket, no less!) as a tween.

March 24, 2007, Dash Fall 2007 Fashion Show
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March 24, 2007, Dash Fall 2007 Fashion Show

The Kardashian-Jenner family hit the step-and-repeat looking like a trio of princesses. While Kylie took on Snow White, and Kim gave us her best sexy Cinderella impression, Kendall went for Mulan-chic. We dig the big satin headband atop her glossy strands.

May 10, 2008, KIIS-FM's Wango Tango
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May 10, 2008, KIIS-FM's Wango Tango

With Kylie by her side, Kendall showed off some serious bedhead while giving fierce face.

May 9, 2009, 102.7's KIIS-FM's Wango Tango
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May 9, 2009, 102.7's KIIS-FM's Wango Tango

To become the glamazon she is today, Kendall needed braces in her early days. A megawatt smize was just months away!

July 7, 2009, Los Angeles
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July 7, 2009, Los Angeles

. . . Kendall and Kim looking adorably chic with puppies! And this is why we keep up with those Kardashians.

Aug. 9, 2009, Teen Choice Awards
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Aug. 9, 2009, Teen Choice Awards

Even at an early age, Kendall understood the importance of candlelit eyes and contouring.

June 24, 2010, The Twilight Saga: Eclipse Premiere in LA
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June 24, 2010, The Twilight Saga: Eclipse Premiere in LA

She appropriately worked the teen-movie red carpet with stunning orange-copper eye shadow that we'd still like to copy today. Shall we say she was just ahead of her time?

Oct. 1, 2010, Michael Kors Event in LA
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Oct. 1, 2010, Michael Kors Event in LA

Before she became the sultry Kendall we know today, she looked positively darling at fashion events with romantic waves and youthfully flushed cheeks.

Jan. 5, 2011, People's Choice Awards
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Jan. 5, 2011, People's Choice Awards

And Kendall emerged as a bombshell with glowing, bronzed skin, voluminous Victoria's Secret-model waves, and lush eyelashes. Our little lady had arrived!

Sept. 14, 2011, Sherri Hill Spring 2012 New York Fashion Week
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Sept. 14, 2011, Sherri Hill Spring 2012 New York Fashion Week

Just three years ago Kendall was strutting down the catwalk with a high-fashion updo and illuminated skin.

Nov. 14, 2011, The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Premiere in LA
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Nov. 14, 2011, The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Premiere in LA

This extralong fishtail was more proof that Kendall is a true beauty trendsetter.

Dec. 6, 2011, Popstar! Magazine Event
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Dec. 6, 2011, Popstar! Magazine Event

A messy topknot, elongated winged eyeliner, and porcelain skin were a fresh change from her signature sexy look.

Feb. 6, 2012, The Vow Premiere
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Feb. 6, 2012, The Vow Premiere

Who are you calling a reality star? Kendall proved she has what it takes to look Old Hollywood glam with a chic updo and red lips.

Aug. 18, 2012, Magazine Signing
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Aug. 18, 2012, Magazine Signing

To celebrate her Seventeen magazine cover, Kendall wore her hair in kinky curls, tossed over to one side. We also see she hadn't discovered spray tans just yet. Oh the innocence!

Sept. 6, 2012, Fashion's Night Out at Beverly Center
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Sept. 6, 2012, Fashion's Night Out at Beverly Center

Here's the bronzed goddess we know and love! For Fashion's Night Out in LA, Kendall rocked gilded eye shadow, highlighted cheeks, and metallic lips.

Sept. 7, 2012, Evening Sherri Hill Spring 2013 New York Fashion Week
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Sept. 7, 2012, Evening Sherri Hill Spring 2013 New York Fashion Week

She looked flawless once again in her early runway days with a big ballerina bun and heavy kohl eye shadow.

Feb. 6, 2013, The Heart Truth 2013 Fashion Show
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Feb. 6, 2013, The Heart Truth 2013 Fashion Show

Even Kylie couldn't keep her eyes off of Kendall on the runway. Here, the older Jenner sister wore her hair in a half-up poof paired with red lip gloss.

Nov. 24, 2013, American Music Awards
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Nov. 24, 2013, American Music Awards

And the over-the-shoulder red carpet pose is born! Tossing her '70s-style mane over her shoulder, Kendall puckered her ruby lips for the camera.

Feb. 13, 2014, Marc Jacobs Fall 2014 New York Fashion Week
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Feb. 13, 2014, Marc Jacobs Fall 2014 New York Fashion Week

She finally made her mark on the fashion scene when she walked in the Marc Jacobs show with bleached eyebrows, a futuristic bob wig, and no bra.

Feb. 17, 2014, Giles Fall 2014 London Fashion Week
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Feb. 17, 2014, Giles Fall 2014 London Fashion Week

Electric blue eyeliner made Kendall's eyes pop on the catwalk.

Feb. 17, 2014, Love Magazine Event in London
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Feb. 17, 2014, Love Magazine Event in London

Once established Kendall began to rub elbows with top models like Cara Delevingne. Both ladies showed off superbly sleek strands.

March 2, 2014, Givenchy Fall 2015 Paris Fashion Week
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March 2, 2014, Givenchy Fall 2015 Paris Fashion Week

Kendall looked sophisticated with bleached brows (again!) and supercontoured cheeks at the Givenchy show.

March 4, 2014, Chanel Fall 2014 Paris Fashion Week
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March 4, 2014, Chanel Fall 2014 Paris Fashion Week

Kendall solidified her spot with the fashion elite when she walked in this buzzed-about Chanel show, which was set in a luxe supermarket setting.

April 13, 2014, Lacoste Beautiful Desert Pool Party
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April 13, 2014, Lacoste Beautiful Desert Pool Party

Kendall showed off her edgier style (a nose ring and turban!) at this party held near the Coachella festival.

May 14, 2014, Grace of Monaco Premiere in Cannes
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May 14, 2014, Grace of Monaco Premiere in Cannes

It's true! Kendall loves the camera, and the camera loves her back — especially when she's sporting her signature smoky eye makeup.

May 18, 2014, Billboard Music Awards
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May 18, 2014, Billboard Music Awards

A confident Kendall poses on the step-and-repeat in a barely there top that allowed her long sleek strands and perfectly tanned skin to steal the spotlight.

July 8, 2014, Chanel Haute Couture Fall 2014 Show
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July 8, 2014, Chanel Haute Couture Fall 2014 Show

A punk hairdo and bold brows (finally!) looked of the moment on Kendall at the Chanel show.

Aug. 10, 2014, Teen Choice Awards
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Aug. 10, 2014, Teen Choice Awards

Wet, slicked-back strands and ultralong lashes looked poolside-posh on Kendall.

Sept. 5, 2014, SoHo, New York
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Sept. 5, 2014, SoHo, New York

Remember when she had braces? Now Kendall can flash this jaw-dropping smile.

Sept. 8, 2014, Tommy Hilfiger Women's Spring 2015 New York Fashion Week
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Sept. 8, 2014, Tommy Hilfiger Women's Spring 2015 New York Fashion Week

Temporary star tattoos at Tommy Hilfiger accentuated Kendall's creamy skin.

Sept. 7, 2014, Diane Von Furstenberg Spring 2015 New York Fashion Week
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Sept. 7, 2014, Diane Von Furstenberg Spring 2015 New York Fashion Week

Kendall was chosen for the DVF Fashion Week show, which included top names like Naomi Campbell. Her tousled hair and smudged eye makeup looked night-out chic.

Sept. 8, 2014, Donna Karan Fall 2015 New York Fashion Week
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Sept. 8, 2014, Donna Karan Fall 2015 New York Fashion Week

At Donna Karan, Kendall strutted down the catwalk with a center-parted chignon and nude lips.

Feb. 11, 2015, amfAR New York Gala
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Feb. 11, 2015, amfAR New York Gala

Like any classic catwalker, Kendall can give the Old Hollywood-glam red lip a modern feel with runway-inspired, slicked-back hair.

Feb. 15, 2015, Diane von Furstenberg Fall 2015 New York Fashion Week
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Feb. 15, 2015, Diane von Furstenberg Fall 2015 New York Fashion Week

She put the fire into this smoky-eye look.

Feb. 16, 2015, Donna Karan New York Fall 2015 New York Fashion Week
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Feb. 16, 2015, Donna Karan New York Fall 2015 New York Fashion Week

Don't expect to see wrinkles on this Jenner. She knows how to relax her forehead (a true model skin care secret).

Feb. 23, 2015, Giles Fall 2015 London Fashion Week
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Feb. 23, 2015, Giles Fall 2015 London Fashion Week

Even with black lipstick on the Giles runway, she managed to have a gorgeous glow.

July 18, 2015, Paper Towns Screening
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July 18, 2015, Paper Towns Screening

She's got that raised-eyebrow look down, which is modeling 101.