Fashion Focus: Remembering Aaliyah

May 14, 2008

Fadar Magazine has dedicated their June cover story to Aaliyah. This is a simply gorgeous picture of the R&B princess. The magazine includes more pictures, thoughts and commentary from people in the music industry on how Aaliyah changed the music game. Aaliyah was not only known for her music, but she was also known for her style. When she first debuted on the scene with her debut single “Back and Forth,” she had the tough/thug girl look. Wearing baggy pants, men’s fashion pieces, dark sunglasses and let’s not forget the wrap hair do (sistas you know what I’m talking about—don’t act like I was the only one who ran out and tried to cop the “Aaliyah” wrap style). As Aaliyah’s career evolved, so did her style. She transitioned her boyish style to a more sleek and sexy look–trading in the baggy jeans for form fitting tops, jeans and designer dresses for red carpet events.

Check out one of Aaliyah’s most stylish videos (and my absolute favorite video from her), We Need A Resolution. Also take a look back at a couple of pictures of Aaliyah’s best style moments. We miss you baby girl!!

By Jessica Brown

Filed Under Fashion + Weekly Feature

12 Responses to “Fashion Focus: Remembering Aaliyah”

The Cheerleader 22 on May 14, 2008 at 1:57 am #

I miss her so much. It’s nothing like putting on “One In A Million” and letting the bass knock. That’s classic. I love Aaliyah’s style and her soft and beautiful voice.
Takiyah on May 14, 2008 at 2:05 am #

i really do miss aaliyah. she was just about to make it big. i love all her albums - she has plenty of songs that i can call classic
mrsFAB on May 14, 2008 at 6:12 am #

I remember when wore that long black skirt with the VERY deep splits on each side. I ran out and bought one ASAP! I thought I was the ish when I wore it to a Holiday party. I miss Ms. Dana as well.
nisha on May 14, 2008 at 6:53 am #

man i remember when “Are You That Somebody” came out i think i was in the 8th grade and every girl i knew learned the dance and got up and did it every time it came on! My friends and i practiced it for hours……..Man she was a great performer..
shorty spice on May 14, 2008 at 7:13 am #

I swear my wrap hairdo never came out as flawless as hers. LOL! She really did leave her mark on the music industry. I really do miss her.
DESIGNERL on May 14, 2008 at 7:35 am #

It’s crazy to think we’re all reminiscing about what was. Aaliyah is still one of the best artists of all time in my book. She was a well rounded performer. I think we all are transported back in time when one of here classic songs come on, you remember where you were and what you were doing at that time. We still miss you Aaliyah!!!
Erica Nicole on May 14, 2008 at 9:02 am #

She was the same age I was when she was killed (22 years old). She would have been the same age as me today (29) had she had the chance to cheat death. Unfortunately, things happened the way that they did. And I remember when certain haterz would get really jealous of her too. Sad, just sad. Its alright, because she has the last laugh in Heaven now.
Erica Nicole on May 14, 2008 at 9:05 am #

I think that one of the people who was hurt the most from her death besides her parents and her brother, was Timbaland. They were very very close like brother and sister. Lets not forget Missy Elliot and Ginuwine too. All of them were close like fam.
daingerous on May 14, 2008 at 10:57 am #

AALIYAH always.
Tonya on May 14, 2008 at 11:52 am #

I was a fan from the beginning, when she died, I cried, she was like a part of the family. Yes I am too sensitive, I could feel the pain in everyone’s voice who spoke of her, she was so young and her career was really taking off. Gone too soon
R.I.P Aaliyah
Cocoaboi on May 14, 2008 at 3:03 pm #

Absolutely one the most gracious women I have ever seen.
tigerlily on May 23, 2008 at 9:12 pm #

Everyone’s said what’s on my mind for the most part. Her fashion game was/is unparalled however. Sultry, but not sleezy. Not many women can pull that off. My sister still looks up to her. A great woman.