10 Selena-Inspired Halloween Costumes That Celebrate the Tejano Music Icon

Selena Quintanilla changed the future of music forever. Even 26 years after her tragic death, her vocal stylings and impeccable fashions continue to live on through artists, including Beyonce and Selena Gomez, who cite her as a musical inspiration. But in the past year, the “Queen of Tejano music” has reached a whole new audience with the release of Netflix’s Selena: the Series, starring Christian Serratos as Selena. While the show focused on Selena’s upbringing and music career, her on-stage styles were a real standout: blinged-out bustiers, bolero jackets, sheer crop tops and of course, her sparkly purple jumpsuit. So, if you’re looking for a timeless pop culture costume to DIY before October 31, then take a look at these Selena Halloween costumes inspired by the singer’s most memorable concert performances, music videos and album covers. All of these ideas will definitely make a statement on their own, but they can easily be incorporated into a group costume — a group of music icons, perhaps? While some of these homemade outfits are more dramatic the others (that cut-out jumpsuit, for example), they’re all equally as iconic — just like the singer herself.Selena Purple Jumpsuit Costume

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Quite possibly her most unforgettable look, she wore this shimmery purple number while performing at the Houston Astrodome. The jumpsuit really steals the show, so all you need is Selena’s signature red lipstick and a microphone to hit the stage.

Lace Up Halter Jumpsuit

GUOLEZEEV
amazon.com

$23.99

GoGo Boot

Ellie Shoes
amazon.com

$42.50

$37.09 (13% off)

Red Matte Lipstick

Maybelline New York
amazon.com

$5.94

$5.02 (15% off)

Dynamic Microphone

Singing Machine
amazon.com

$14.99

$9.99 (33% off)

Selena 1994 Grammys Costume

L. Busacca

Picture this: You just won “Best Mexican-American Album” at the Grammys and accept your award wearing this gorgeous gown. Put your hair in a curled updo and wear the sparkliest earrings you can find to become red carpet ready.

Silver Sequin Dress

Kate Kasin
amazon.com

$56.99

Singing Award Trophy

Juvale
amazon.com

$14.99

Red Matte Lipstick

Maybelline New York
amazon.com

$5.94

$5.02 (15% off)

Silver Stud Earrings

SENCLE
amazon.com

$17.88

Selena White Blouse Costume

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Search your closet for a white button-down shirt and high-waisted jeans to nail Selena’s signature concert style. A head’s up: You’ll be tempted to take the stage as soon as you throw on this look.

Button Down Long Sleeve Blouse

OMSJ
amazon.com

$26.98

Straight Fit Ankle Jeans

The Drop
amazon.com

$54.90

Hoop Earrings

sovesi
amazon.com

$8.99

Women’s Belt

maikun
amazon.com

$9.99

Selena “Bidi Bidi Bom Bom” Costume
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After you pull together this outfit, spritz texturing spray throughout your hair to create some beachy waves. Then get ready to dance the night away — just like Selena did in the music video.

Women’s V-Neck T-Shirt

Amazon Essentials
amazon.com

$11.90

Choker

Aobei Pearl
amazon.com

$8.99

Wave Spray

OUAI
amazon.com

$26.00

Floral Print Wrap Skirt

LYANER
amazon.com

$21.99

Selena “Amor Prohibido” Music Video Costume
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You’ll look like you stepped right into the music video with this all-black ensemble, complete with a shiny choker and bold red lip. See? Black doesn’t have to be boring.

Pull-On Skinny Jeans

Signature by Levi Strauss & Co.
amazon.com

$24.99

Versatile Racerback Vest

Design by Olivia
amazon.com

$25.99

Silver Choker Necklace

Miabella
amazon.com

$13.90

Red Matte Lipstick

Maybelline New York
amazon.com

$5.94

$5.02 (15% off)

Selena Bedazzled Black Bustier Costume
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Selena was known for bedazzling her own bras with Swarovski crystals, so it’s only fitting that you do the same. Pair your blinged-out bra with a black cap and rhinestone belt to resemble her dazzling look from her performance at Strawberry Saloon.

Women’s Cap Beret

Comhats
amazon.com

$18.99

Rhinestone Studded Leather Belt

XZQTIVE
amazon.com

$22.59

Women’s Demi Bra

Calvin Klein
amazon.com

$22.76

Crystal Flatback Rhinestones

Jollin
amazon.com

$8.99

Selena Tejano Music Awards Costume
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Take things up a notch: In addition to bedazzling your bra, add rhinestones to the top of your leggings to look like the ones Selena wore at the 1993 Tejano Music Awards.

Leather Leggings

Tagoo
amazon.com

$41.93

Red Rhinestones

Jollin
amazon.com

$9.99

Crystal Flatback Rhinestones

Jollin
amazon.com

$8.99

Women’s Demi Bra

Maidenform
amazon.com

$42.00

$22.99 (45% off)

Selena White Beaded Bustier Costume

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Keep the bedazzling coming: Using your hot glue gun, add rhinestones to your white bra and cowboy boots. For extra sparkle, complete the outfit with a pair of statement earrings.

Women’s Demi Bra

Calvin Klein
amazon.com

$22.76

$19.63 (14% off)

High Waisted Leggings

Everbellus
amazon.com

$18.90

Rhinestones

Jollin
amazon.com

$9.99

Diamond Studded Earrings

Moonstruck
amazon.com

$11.99

Selena Amor Prohibido Album Cover Costume

EMI LATIN

Dress like you’re on the cover of Amor Prohibido by layering a ruffle blouse underneath a leather jacket. Of course, top it off with your favorite red lipstick!

Leather Jacket

KRISP
amazon.com

$32.99

Ruffle Neck Blouse

Taiduosheng
amazon.com

$23.86

Hoop Earrings

GSLAOZ
amazon.com

$11.95

$9.95 (17% off)

Red Matte Lipstick

Maybelline New York
amazon.com

$5.94

$5.02 (15% off)

Selena “No Debes Jugar” Music Video Costume
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If it’s chilly where you live, you’ll appreciate the number of layers that make up this costume — a bra, sheer shirt and leather jacket. Luckily, you can totally ditch the jacket as the night heats up and people will still know exactly who you are.

Women’s Demi Bra

Maidenform
amazon.com

$42.00

$22.99 (45% off)

Long Sleeve Sheer Top

TANBABY
amazon.com

$12.98

Women Leather Jacket

KRISP
amazon.com

$32.99

Silver Belt

Falari
amazon.com

$14.99

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Selena Quintanilla changed the future of music forever. Even 26 years after her tragic death, her vocal stylings and impeccable fashions continue to live on through artists, including Beyonce and Selena Gomez, who cite her as a musical inspiration. But in the past year, the “Queen of Tejano music” has reached a whole new audience with the release of Netflix’s Selena: the Series, starring Christian Serratos as Selena. While the show focused on Selena’s upbringing and music career, her on-stage styles were a real standout: blinged-out bustiers, bolero jackets, sheer crop tops and of course, her sparkly purple jumpsuit.

So, if you’re looking for a timeless pop culture costume to DIY before October 31, then take a look at these Selena Halloween costumes inspired by the singer’s most memorable concert performances, music videos and album covers. All of these ideas will definitely make a statement on their own, but they can easily be incorporated into a group costume — a group of music icons, perhaps? While some of these homemade outfits are more dramatic the others (that cut-out jumpsuit, for example), they’re all equally as iconic — just like the singer herself.

Selena Purple Jumpsuit Costume

Arlene RichieGetty Images

Quite possibly her most unforgettable look, she wore this shimmery purple number while performing at the Houston Astrodome. The jumpsuit really steals the show, so all you need is Selena’s signature red lipstick and a microphone to hit the stage.


Selena 1994 Grammys Costume

singer selena quintanilla receives grammy award at the 36th annual grammy awards on march 1, 1994 in new york, new york at radio city music hall photo by larry busaccagetty images

L. Busacca

Picture this: You just won “Best Mexican-American Album” at the Grammys and accept your award wearing this gorgeous gown. Put your hair in a curled updo and wear the sparkliest earrings you can find to become red carpet ready.


Selena White Blouse Costume

tejano singer selena singing into mike on outdoor stage    photo by barbara lainggetty images

Barbara LaingGetty Images

Search your closet for a white button-down shirt and high-waisted jeans to nail Selena’s signature concert style. A head’s up: You’ll be tempted to take the stage as soon as you throw on this look.


Selena “Bidi Bidi Bom Bom” Costume

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After you pull together this outfit, spritz texturing spray throughout your hair to create some beachy waves. Then get ready to dance the night away — just like Selena did in the music video.


Selena “Amor Prohibido” Music Video Costume

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You’ll look like you stepped right into the music video with this all-black ensemble, complete with a shiny choker and bold red lip. See? Black doesn’t have to be boring.


Selena Bedazzled Black Bustier Costume

This content is imported from YouTube. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site.

Selena was known for bedazzling her own bras with Swarovski crystals, so it’s only fitting that you do the same. Pair your blinged-out bra with a black cap and rhinestone belt to resemble her dazzling look from her performance at Strawberry Saloon.


Selena Tejano Music Awards Costume

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Take things up a notch: In addition to bedazzling your bra, add rhinestones to the top of your leggings to look like the ones Selena wore at the 1993 Tejano Music Awards.


Selena White Beaded Bustier Costume

selena white bustier halloween costume

Netflix

Keep the bedazzling coming: Using your hot glue gun, add rhinestones to your white bra and cowboy boots. For extra sparkle, complete the outfit with a pair of statement earrings.


Selena Amor Prohibido Album Cover Costume

selena album cover

EMI LATIN

Dress like you’re on the cover of Amor Prohibido by layering a ruffle blouse underneath a leather jacket. Of course, top it off with your favorite red lipstick!


Selena “No Debes Jugar” Music Video Costume

This content is imported from Instagram. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site.

If it’s chilly where you live, you’ll appreciate the number of layers that make up this costume — a bra, sheer shirt and leather jacket. Luckily, you can totally ditch the jacket as the night heats up and people will still know exactly who you are.

This content is created and maintained by a third party, and imported onto this page to help users provide their email addresses. You may be able to find more information about this and similar content at piano.io

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