BASKING IN THE CALIFORNIA SUN GWEN STEFANI LEADS THE A-LISTERS ROCKING THEIR STYLE AT COACHELLA

Against the dreamy backdrop of a pale pink sunset over a desert with towering palm trees, a Ferris wheel and stage lights, A-listers and music legends including Taylor Swift, Rihanna and Justin Bieber flocked to Coachella Valley Music and Arts festival at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California.

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Few music festivals attract as many celebrities as Coachella and the event was spangled with stars, boasting headline performances from Lana Del Rey and Doja Cat, along with US rock band No Doubt's first live show for almost a decade.

There was also a bevy of VIP guests, including Paris Hilton and Alessandra Ambrosio, who opted for hippie chic in patterned flared leggings with a brown suede jacket draped over a silver waistcoat.

When it came to style, No Doubt singer Gwen Stefani effortlessly commanded the stage. Performing in a full-body fishnet stocking, layered with a check cut-out boilersuit and teamed with a pair of sparkling Dr Martens boots, she quickly slipped back into her rock star role.

In a nod to her early days in the band, the judge of The Voice US wore her hair in topknots and sported bold make-up, including her signature red lipstick, and face gems.

Gwen was clearly every bit as thrilled as her fans, writing on Instagram after the gig: "What a night. Thank you @coachella - See you next weekend!"

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