- Selena Quintanilla had a look like no other. She was adventurous and pushed the envelope when it came to fashion. Known for her bright red lips, big hair and original rhinestone bustiers, her style still stands the test of time. Below are 11 iconic looks that are siempre Selena.
Additional reporting by Rochelle Baez.
'Amor Prohibido' Album Cover
"Amor Prohibido," was Selena's fourth Spanish album, released on March 13, 1994. This photo is from from the album cover and features her signature look of hoop earrings, big bangs and red lipstick. Get the look
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Rhinestones For Days
Selena was famously known for her rhinestone-studded bustiers. This bustier in particular has a special design on it because Selena had to get creative. She ran out of rhinestones and decided to make a cool design on the bustier. Get the look
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The Color Purple
In one of her last live performances, which took place at the Houston Astrodome on February 26, 1995, Selena rocked this purple one-piece jumper with bell-bottoms. It will go down in history as one of Selena's most recognized looks. YouTuber MrMoniqueable recreates this iconic look
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The Lady In Red
Selena rocked this look at the 1993 Tejano Music awards, where she won Female Vocalist of the Year and Female Entertainer of the Year. She's wearing one of her iconic bustiers and a curly bun. To learn how to make this bustier, click here . Get the updo look here .
And The Grammy Goes To...
Selena's Grammy dress was a "crystal beaded gown," according to the singer, who wore hair up to the sky. The gown was also featured in her "No Me Queda Mas" music video . Get her updo look here .
High Bun On Point
In many photos of Selena, she's wearing her hair down, but in this photo, her hair is in a high bun. And, of course, she's wearing her signature red lipstick and hoop earrings! To get this high bun look, click here .
Rebel With A Cause
Selena rocked a few black leather jackets throughout her career, including the one she wore for her "Amor Prohibido" album cover. Given Selena's history with designing her outfits, it wouldn't surprise us if Selena put each stud on the jacket herself. To create your own studded leather jacket, click here .
White Hot
Selena even made a classic white button-down look good. She turned it into a tied-up crop top and also wore light stonewashed jeans. Get the look here .
All Black Everything
Selena rocked a bra-top with black pants and added a gold chain belt for an extra pop. She's also wearing her signature hoops and red lipstick. Get the look here .
"Bidi Bidi Bom Bom"
In the music video for "Bidi Bidi Bom Bom," Selena danced along the Pacific Ocean at the Santa Monica Pier. Selena gets down in a floral wrap skirt and a crop top — so '90s! Get the look here .
The Iconic Red Lips
So beautiful, so classic. Selena will always be remembered for her incredible style, her amazing voice and those red lips. To get get her lip look, check out the tutorial here and sing your heart out to one of her songs.