Jennifer Lopez in 1997's Selena
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Private Icon: Jennifer Lopez In Selena

How to get the quintessential Selena Quintanilla style.

Jennifer Lopez is now a superstar, but back in 1997 she was a relatively unknown actor as Selena Quintanilla-Pérez in the biopic on the “Queen of Tajeno.” Decades later, the film’s fashion (by costume designer Elisabetta Beraldo) still holds up. Ahead, take a look back at Selena’s best outfits.

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Even off the stage, J.Lo as Selena still had A+ style.

Hayley Racerback Brami
Free People

A classic white crop top you'll want to wear with everything.

$28
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Stay Free
Straight To Hell

A Western shirt is a must-have when channeling the Tejano star.

$85
Bae Boyfriend Crop Jeans
Universal Standard

Now's the time to embrace white jeans.

$98
See on Universal Standard
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Including Selena’s iconic jumpsuit was a no-brainer for the film.

Lyanna Jumpsuit
Sachin & Babi

A more formal version of the Selena jumpsuit (but still over-the-top sparkly).

$229
$995
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Chiffon Pleated Top Jumpsuit - Burgundy
CoEdition

Swap sparkling sequins for string details and still make a stylish statement.

$81
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Gianyar Pleated Jumpsuit
Indah

A more versatile, off-stage version of Selena’s famous performance look.

$211
see on revolve
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A show-stopping rhinestoned bra and baker cap.

Handmade Rhinestone Shining Diamond Push up Bustier
atokiss

A hand-studded sparkling bustier.

$41.99
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KETRA PANT
I.AM.GIA.

Flared black denim with a removable belt.

$80
See on I.AM.GIA.
slouchy baker boy in black
ASOS Design

You can't forget the hat.

$23
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See other Private Icons from Waiting to Exhale, Pretty Woman, and Cruel Intentions.

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