When discussing Latin music, it is impossible to overlook the influence of Shakira. The Colombian artist burst onto the music scene in 1991 with her debut album, “Magia,” embraced her rock en español roots with the success of her 1995 album, “Pies Descalzos,” and became a global sensation with crossover hits like “Hips Don’t Lie” and “Beautiful Liar,” contributing to the worldwide popularity of Latin music. Throughout her illustrious three-decade career, Shakira has left an indelible mark on the industry, not just through her music but also with her distinctive and unforgettable style.

From her early days attending the inaugural Latin Grammy Awards in a vibrant red ensemble with her signature waist belt, Shakira has become a fixture on red carpets, showcasing her unique fashion sense. She has consistently pushed boundaries with daring and provocative looks, including nаked dresses, crop tops that reveаl her well-toned abs, and low-rise jeans, even opting for shredded ones, epitomizing the Y2K fashion era.

In addition to her impact on early 2000s fashion, Shakira has also demonstrated her ability to effortlessly blend classic silhouettes with modern trends. She made headlines in 2009 when she made minidresses red-carpet-worthy, donning a yellow strapless number at the American Music Awards. She further cemented her fashion prowess with a gold shattered-glass dress for an album release party in 2017 and an iconic little black dress from David Koma when she won big at the 2023 Latin Wоmen in Music Awards. Shakira has also cultivated relationships with esteemed designers such as Burberry, marking her fashion campaign debut in the brand’s 2022 holiday project, and Viktor & Rolf, famously sporting a white “no” trench coat during Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week, effortlessly embracing the no-pants trend.

Shakira at the 2023 MTV VMAs