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Look Back at Aaliyah's Hip Hop-Infused Style

L'OFFICIEL celebrates late singer Aaliyah's birthday with her top style moments from the '90s and early 2000s.

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One of R&B's most influential names and devastating losses, Aaliyah is remembered as an icon not only for her sound but her ever-fashionable looks on stage, the red carpet, and the everyday. With a style that was equally versatile and unique to her, the young star pulled from punk, sport, and hip hop aesthetics to cultivate a look that was consistently memorable and replicated by '90s and Y2K lovers for decades to come. On her birthday, L'OFFICIEL gathers 15 of the singer's best style moments to inspire.

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Before the cardigan and bra trend, Aaliyah makes a convincing case for the hoodie and bra trend.
Aaliyah poses next to fellow singer Lisa "Left Eye" Lopes from TLC in a coordinated camo look.
On stage, Aaliyah wears a red jacket over a wraparound bra top and belted vinyl pants.
The singer wears a futuristic jumpsuit on the “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno” in 1997.
At the 1998 Academy Awards, the singer looks sleek in a paneled long sleeve gown.
Aaliyah channels minimalist chic in this all-black look.
In another red carpet fit, Aaliyah stuns in beaded pants and a matching sheer tunic.
Paired with baggy leather pants, Aaliyah’s crop top features a ragged, asymmetrical hem.
For her "Hot Like Fire" music video, Aaliyah pairs a halter top with baggy leather camo pants to match her red convertible.
In 2000, Aaliyah dons a frosty look with a faux fur jacket.
Aaliyah goes edgier with studs, leather, and chains at the 2000 Teen Choice Awards.
The singer is decked out in a yellow Tommy Hilfiger look for a performance.
In 2001, Alliyah matches her background dancers in black low-rise trousers and a leather pageboy cap.
A leather jacket and black turtleneck is a timeless '90s pairing.
With an initial pendant around her neck, Aaliyah keeps it cool in a strapless top and fur-trimmed coat.

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