It’s evident that Shakira’s fashion choices have played a significant role in her career, and she has had her fair share of memorable and not-so-memorable looks. One of her most memorable stage looks was at the 1992 Latin Grammy Awards, where she wore a red bodysuit with red leather leggings and an embellished scarf tied around her hips, setting the stage for her iconic hip movements.

Shakira’s criteria for her hit outfits include looking like “Xena: Warrior Princess” at the 2001 MTV Video Music Awards, sporting a “tousled and sexy” look at the same awards in 2005, and opting for a “fresher image” during the launch of her Oral Fixation, Vol. 2 album. However, she also acknowledges her fashion misses, such as a distressed denim waistcoat and net bodysuit combo at the VH1 Divas Las Vegas red carpet in 2002 and a short blonde haircut in 2012 that she regrets, blaming her mother-in-law for the suggestion.

When it comes to footwear, Shakira has specific preferences. She mentioned her knee-high boots worn at the 2020 Super Bowl, which she had owned for 15 or 20 years. She had them covered in Swarovski crystals to match her performance outfit designed by Peter Dundas. Shakira admits that she is picky about the shoes she performs in and usually feels uncomfortable in them, as she is used to singing barefoot. She only has a few pairs of shoes that she truly likes.

Azzedine Alaïa is Shakira’s favorite designer. She considers him a great friend who always helped her with event outfits. She appreciates how his style complements the female figure, particularly for women who are not very tall, like herself (as she is 5ft 1in). Alaïa’s designs have always suited her well.

Overall, Shakira’s fashion journey has had its ups and downs, but her personal style and iconic stage looks have undoubtedly left a lasting impression on her fans.