The secrets behind Aaliyah's 5 most iconic looks

19 years after her death, Aaliyah's signature style still fascinates. A signature wardrobe created by her stylist Derek Lee is uncovered here. Take a look.

Aaliyah in concert at "The Forum", Inglewood, California

As one of the first personalities to propel the American brand Tommy Hilfiger to the forefront of the fashion (and streetwear) scene, Aaliyah made this neon look one of her signature outfits. This silhouette, which was worn for one of her concerts in Inglewood in California, brought together all the aesthetic rules of 1990s hip-hop culture.

Aaliyah at the MTV and Academy Awards in 1998

Say goodbye to her oversized look stolen from the men's wardrobe. On the red carpet, the singer, often nicknamed baby girl opted for a more feminine silhouette. She chose a revisited little black dress for her appearance at the MTV Movie awards in 2000 and the Oscars in 1998.

Aaliyah, in England, February 1, 2001

Throughout her career, Aaliyah made the bandana one of her favorite accessories, worn as a statement piece. A must-have in her wardrobe incorporated into the make-up collection unveiled by M.A.C. to pay tribute to her. One of her most memorable looks? Her white outfit, worn just a few months before her death.

Aaliyah on the "Tonight Show with Jay Leno". Episode 1092, February 18, 1997

From the very beginning of her career, Aaliyah made the jumpsuit one of her essential items. During a performance on the "Tonight Show with Jay Leno" in 1997, she wore a workwear style with asymmetrical cuts. But it was really the white model she wore in her music video for "More Than A Woman" released in 2001 that made her mark on the fashion scene.

Aaliyah in Queen of the Damned, 2002

With 18 songs under belt, Aaliyah died in a plane crash on August 21, 2001, following the shooting of her Rock the Boat music video. Beyond her influence on the music scene in the late 1990s and early 2000s, Aaliyah also took a few steps into the film world, starring in the films Romeo Must Die and Queen of the Damned. The latter's filming ended in mourning the death of the singer, who lent her talent to play the character Akasha.

Translated by Oliver Russell

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