On the late singer's birthday, reminisce on her sparkling style and stage looks.

Ever since she was a little girl, <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/pop%20culture/selena-quintanilla-tejano-singer-facts-netflix" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Selena Quintanilla</a>&nbsp;was destined for musical stardom. Born to Mexican American parents in Lake Jackson, Texas on this day in 1971, Selena spent her young years performing along with her brother Abraham and sister Suzette who together formed a family band called Selena Y Los Dinos.
Although Selena grew up speaking English, her father and former musician Abraham Quintanilla taught her to sing traditional Spanish songs which she often sang at restaurants, small wedding venues, and nightclubs in Texas. It wasn&rsquo;t until the <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/beauty/must-try-80s-inspired-makeup-trends-beauty" target="_blank" rel="noopener">late &lsquo;80s </a>that Selena&rsquo;s talent skyrocketed and she became a mononymous star. Her acclaim was solidified when she was awarded Female Vocalist of the Year and Performer of the Year at the Tejano Music Awards at the age of 15.&nbsp;
Aside from her musical talent, Selena had a keen eye for<a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/categories/fashion" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> fashion</a>. She helped her mother design her stage outfits and also opened up several clothing boutiques in Texas. Defined by colorful two-piece sets, flared pants, and bedazzled <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/fashion/how-to-style-bra-tops-valentines-day-outfit" target="_blank" rel="noopener">bralettes</a>, Selena&rsquo;s style literally shined.
Her tragic <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/pop-culture/celebrities-near-death-experiences-leonardo-dicaprio-sharon-stone" target="_blank" rel="noopener">death</a> at the age of 24 shocked the world, leaving the entire <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/music/ozuna-interview-2019" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Latin</a> community heartbroken. Despite her short life, the singer&rsquo;s outstanding vocals and glamorous style have lived on. Today, she is remembered as the Queen of Tejano Music, her popular hit songs "Amor Prohibido" (1994) and "Como La Flor" (1992) still keeping her <a href="https://www.billboard.com/articles/columns/latin/9346525/selena-quintanilla-legacy-timeline/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">legacy</a> alive. Last year, her life was also memorialized in the Netflix show <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/film-tv/best-new-movies-tv-stream-netflix-hulu-hbo-december-2020" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Selena: The Series</a>.
On her birthday, L&rsquo;OFFICIEL remembers the late singer&rsquo;s iconic style with a round-up of her most emblematic <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/pop-culture/diana-ross-style-the-supremes-songs" target="_blank" rel="noopener">fashion looks</a>.&nbsp;

Selena rocks an all-leather look and high-knee boots while perfoming on stage.  

The singer incorporates emblematic mariachi-style elements to embrace her Mexican roots. 

By using big hair accessories the performer gives her look a sweet touch.  

The singer was known to hand-craft her bedazzled bralettes; an iconic piece in her wardrobe. 

Selena performs with energy and passion giving her audience a show to remember. 

The singer pairs her all-black outfit with bold red lipstick and cheetah printed accessories. 

Following ‘80s trends, Selena wears white sneakers and high-socks to relax when off-stage. 

Selena takes home a Grammy for her album, "Selena Live," in 1994.

The singer complements her bold looks with matching nails and lipstick. 

Quintanilla wears lace ruffles for the cover of her hit record "Amor Prohibido."

The singer wears one of her most iconic stage outfits: a glittered, two-piece set with puffy sleeves and flared pants. 

Channeling the era’s rock 'n' roll style, Selena wears vinyl ruffles paired with mesh tights. 

With a satin grey button-up shirt, the singer keeps her look subtle and elegant. 

A Look Back at Selena's Stunning Outfits

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