A Look at Shakira’s Best Beauty Moments Over the Years

Who can forget Shakira‘s iconic rockera days? It’s when it all started. Her OG fan base of mostly Latinas often remember and can relate to the songs about love and heartbreak in her first two albums. Her first album, “Pies Descalzos,” was released in 1995, and in 1998 she dropped “Dónde Están los Ladrones?,” which further solidified her as a rock en Español artist. Here she is at the 1999 American Latino Media Arts Awards. She teamed her all-black ensemble with long red locks that featured a fun mix of braids and twists, giving a semi-messy, undone look similar to the one she wears on the cover of her second album. For makeup, she rocked a slightly smoky eyeshadow look paired with bold mascara and a pinky nude lip. The performer has always gone for minimal on the skin but heavy on the eyeliner.

The year was 2000, and for the Latin Grammys, Shakira chose to go platinum blond – a drastic change from her dark roots and twisty red strands. Though her hairstyle remained heavily textured, her makeup was akin to that of a bronzed goddess. She relied on her go-to eyeliner and smoky eye makeup while leveling up with bronzed cheeks and coppery rose lip color. The newly debuted blonde embodied a piece that spoke to her rock soul by wearing a studded leather headpiece and a matching belt.

In 2001, Shakira attended the MTV Video Music Awards fully embodying sexy blond curls. This year was life-changing, as she debuted her English-language album “Laundry Service,” featuring her first pop hit, “Whenever, Wherever.” It instantly became a worldwide success and inspired a whole new look that gave way more boho style. Her curls appeared more defined but loosened up toward the ends. She wore rosy makeup, including blush, eyeshadow, and lipstick topped with a high-shine gloss. Her signature smoky eye was still very present with her eyeshadow, signaling a nod to her burnt-red top.

The Colombiana opted for a slightly darker approach while at the 2006 Echo Awards, appearing with light brunette strands and golden highlights. Her overall beauty look spoke more naturally with shorter hair styled in soft, loose curls and her makeup striking as clean and radiant. She made up her face with warm, peachy hues on the cheeks and lips and a soft nude eyeshadow that solidified Shakira as a natural beauty.

The “Hips Don’t Lie” singer attended the 2012 FIFA Ballon d’Or Gala, accompanying her then-beau, Piqué. Her look screamed Old Hollywood glam in a sequin- and rhinestone-embellished red dress paired with a short blond bob and soft makeup. During this time, Shakira often parted her hair to the side and rocked a much looser curl, which is often achieved with hot rollers or a large curling iron.

At 45, Shakira was the true definition of aging beautifully. She appeared at the 2022 Cannes Film Festival looking striking just a month before announcing her separation from Piqué. At the event, she was captured in a glam red carpet moment with gorgeous waist-length strands in a reddish-copper tone. Her hair was done in a textured blowout, softly curled at the ends and parted to the side, giving a modern approach to Hollywood glam. There’s no question Shakira always looks stunning when donning soft makeup, and this look is no exception.

More than a year post-breakup, the mom of two showed up at the 2023 Fendi couture show, exemplifying a lesson in sophisticated minimalism. Everything from her sleek long strawberry-blond hair and glowy makeup to her outfit says she’s better and hotter than ever.

Even her pose and the look on her face ensured she’s been feeling herself and embodying confidence.

You may remember this infamous trench Shakira wore to the 2023 Viktor & Rolf couture show. This year, the 46-year-old star has made a presence at several fashion events (more so than usual), showing off her stylish side. It’s unclear why she opted for this particular Viktor & Rolf piece. She was clearly making a statement, and we love how she styled it with straight, sleek strands and oversize sunglasses. We can’t wait to see more of Shakira on all scopes, especially music!