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Shakira’s incredible changing looks - relive all her iconic hairstyles

A look back at the Colombian singer’s hairstyle evolution


UPDATED JANUARY 28, 2020 3:25 PM EST

The unstoppable career of  Shakira  seems to be taking new heights as she prepares to share the stage with  Jennifer Lopez  at their highly anticipated half time show at the Super Bowl. And while we wait for what is sure to be an unforgettable show, now’s the perfect time to take a look back on the singer’s many changing hairstyles.

Her luscious curly hair has evolved over the years, from an intense red hue through various shades of blonde. She’s sometimes gone for the chop and sported a neat bob or worn her hair up in elegant up-dos. Here are 12 of her most memorable looks:

Shakira with red hair© Getty Images

Crimson Tide

Back in 1999, the Colombian singer had just released her fourth studio album ¿Dónde Están Los Ladrones? (Where Are The Thieves?) and decided that a change of image was in store, with this red toned, crimped look.

Shakira with blonde hair and black extenstions© Getty Images

Rock Chick

By 2002, her love for lighter hair tones had returned. Going for a more grungey vibe, she left her roots dark and had black extensions put in too.

Shakira with old Hollywood style blonde hair© Getty Images

Glamour girl

A more old Hollywood glamour seemed to be on the cards in 2003 when Shakira lightened her hair even more, wearing it in soft waves, resulting in a very elegant look.

Shakira with blonde hair and bangs© Getty Images

She bangs!

And she’s not afraid to try bangs. Shakira showcased this new look at the MTV Video Music Awards Latin America in 2004.

Shakira with brown hair© Getty Images

Reigning with ringlets

Who’s not had their own Farrah Fawcett moment? The singer rocked up to the Latin Grammy Awards in 2006 with this voluminous look with a darker tone than her usual blonde color.

Shakira with a half ponytail© Getty Images

Straightened volume, the perfect combination

It was an experimental year for ‘Shak’ in 2009 when she tried various different looks such as ponytails, shiny and straight loose hair and this half-up do that we particularly like.

Shakira with side-plaited hair© Getty Images

Eye-catching detail

Hair braiding never goes out of fashion. This fabulous, youthful look is also from 2009. Since hair can be plaited in myraid ways, there’s a style to suit everyone.

Shakira with a short, blonde bob© Getty Images

Radical make-over

She showed off one of her most memorable hairstyles in 2011. A short blonde bob with layers and long bangs, it gave the Whereever, Whenever singer a renovated appearance.

Shakira with her hair in an updo© Getty Images

Glam girl

Elegant updos have been another style that Shakira has fallen back on and are perfect for showing off her glamorous dresses on the red carpet.

Shakira with loose waves and blonde hair© Getty Images

Subtle waves

By 2014 Shakira was wearing her hair in one of the lightest shades yet. This, coupled with loose beach waves, helped give the singer a radiant glow.

Shakira with a ponytail© Getty Images

Perfect ponytails

Ponytails are another way that Shakira has worn her hair – whether braided or in a high knot like here at the premiere of Zootopia in 2016 .

Shakira with a ponytail© Getty Images

Natural curls

Her well-defined curls have become the personal hallmark of Shakira's beauty looks. After having seen the 12 most memorable hairstyles, which one do you prefer?