Popsugar Beauty Juntos Style Shakira's Best Beauty Moments Over the Years A Look at Shakira's Best Beauty Moments Over the Years 11 October 2023 by Natalia Trejo Image Source: Getty/Photo by Mike Marsland/WireImage Through the years, we've watched global superstar Shakira rock a series of noteworthy beauty looks. For someone with millions of eyes on her, the Colombian singer-songwriter has given the public everything from shiny, long, dark strands (hello, "Pies Descalzos" era!), to bold graphic eyeliner, to more natural-looking, barely-there makeup that flaunts her beautiful skin. At 46, the mom of two is an inspiration for ageing beautifully, and there's no doubt that her down-to-earth charm, no-te-dejes-caer personality, and overall charisma all play a part in her gorgeous exterior. Because there's nothing like living in the present, 2023 has proven to be one of the singer's best years — but not only professionally. Look at her — she's been glowing! Despite having recently experienced heartbreak in June 2022 following her separation from her longtime partner, football star Gerard Piqué, the "El Jefe" singer appears to be living one of her most fierce beauty moments, and we love it. The 2023 MTV Video Music Awards Video Vanguard winner has brought her A-game across all spectrums, allowing herself to be unapologetically Shakira, and she's even shown a speck of vulnerability through her music. She's permitted herself to grieve publicly through her artistry as a form of self-healing, which ultimately allows her to be one with herself again. In addition to her recent awards and music hits, Spotify named her the most-streamed Latina woman artist, declaring Sept. 29 as Shakira Day or Día de Shakira. And who wouldn't want to celebrate that? In honour of all her recent success, we're taking a stroll down memory lane to relive some of her best beauty looks and her evolution over the years. There's no question she continues to be a major inspiration for Latinas on multiple levels, and beauty is just one of them. Watch as the mega pop star's beauty looks evolve from her early career days to now. Rockera Era Image Source: Getty/Photo by Vinnie Zuffante/Michael Ochs Archives Who can forget Shakira's iconic rockera days? It's where it all started. Her OG fanbase of mostly Latinas often remembers 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 smokey 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. 1 / 7 Shakira: Blonde Bombshell Image Source: Getty/Photo by Jim Spellman/WireImage The year was 2000 and for the Latin Grammys Shakira chose to go platinum blonde — a drastic change from her dark roots and twisty red strands. Though her hairstyle remains heavily textured, her makeup is now akin to that of a bronzed goddess. She relied on her go-to eyeliner and smokey eye makeup while leveling up with bronzed cheeks and coppery rose lip colour. The newly-debuted blonde embodied a piece that spoke to her rock soul by wearing a studded leather headpiece and a matching belt. 2 / 7 Hey, Güera Image Source: Getty/Photo by Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic In 2001, Shakira attended the MTV Video Music Awards fully embodying sexy blonde 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. Here, her curls appear more defined but loosen up towards the ends. She wore rosy makeup, including blush, eyeshadow, and lipstick topped with a high-shine gloss. Her signature smokey eye was still very present with her eyeshadow, signaling a nod to her burnt-red top. 3 / 7 Natural Beauty and Soft Caramels Image Source: Getty/Photo by Sean Gallup The Colombiana opted for a slightly darker approach while at the 2006 Echo Music 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. 4 / 7 Shakira Does Retro Glam Image Source: Getty/Photo by Scott Heavey 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 sequins and rhinestone embellished red dress paired with a short blonde 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. 5 / 7 Copper and Glam Image Source: Getty/Photo by Mike Marsland/WireImage At 45, Shakira was the true definition of ageing beautifully. She appeared at the 2022 Cannes Film Festival looking striking just a month before announcing her separation from Gerard 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. 6 / 7 Just "No" Image Source: Getty/Photo by Arnold Jerocki 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 as to why she opted for this particular Viktor and Rolf piece. She was clearly making a statement and we love how she styled it with straight, sleek strands and oversized sunglasses. We can't wait to see more of Shakira on all scopes, especially music! 7 / 7 Juntos StyleShakira