“UNPLUG THE MICROWAVE”: Internet pokes fun at Shakira’s dress up for tour and compares her to Beyoncé

When Shakira presented a stunning, metallic costume for her most recent tour, fans went into a frenzy, with many quickly pointing out parallels to Beyoncé's famous Renaissance tour ensembles.

Some saw the ensemble—which included a shiny bodysuit and eye-catching shoulder pads—as more than a coincidence, and internet users instantly compared the two international celebrities.

The argument was perfectly captured in one tweet,

"she’s reheating the nachos too much!!!! UNPLUG THE MICROWAVE," which suggested that Shakira’s wardrobe may be (a little) too similar to Queen Bey's sultry tour wear.

Armed with quips, hit tweets, and a whole lotta memes, fans have subsequently flocked to social media to share their opinions on the matter, igniting a light-hearted online discourse.

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Fans hilariously roast Shakira for her tour outfit, comparing it to Beyoncé’s Renaissance tour looks

Fans started making fun of Shakira's metallic ensemble as soon as she approached the stage, pointing out how much it looked like Beyoncé's Renaissance tour. Viral tweets and sarcastic remarks comparing the Colombian singer's fashion choices to those of the superstar diva were all over social media. The responses have been really amusing, with one admirer giggling,

"beyoncé clocking shakira for stealing her entire nachuterie board," referencing a viral video clip that humorously implied Shakira might be "borrowing" from Beyoncé’s style.

Another tweet humorously declared,

"WE GOT BEYONCÉ AT HOME," a reference to the popular meme suggesting that the at-home version is never quite as good as the real deal.

Fans weren’t shy about poking fun at the perceived imitation, with one user joking,

"Who reheats nachos in a microwave?? Air fryer, oven or toaster oven only," suggesting that Shakira’s take on Bey’s bold look wasn’t quite hitting the mark.

In an even more dramatic take, a fan wrote,

"She’s not even reheating the nachos, she broke into Bey’s house and stole these hot out the oven😭😭,"

further fueling the playful roast.

"YES RENAISSANCE IN SPANISH!!! 🪩"

exclaimed one enthusiastic fan,

while another simply remarked,

"Lmaooooooo this is sending meeeeeeeee," highlighting the humor that has accompanied this fashion face-off.

To top it all off, someone chimed in,

"Nachos turning into roofing shingles," making a crack about Shakira’s outfit looking more industrial than glamorous.

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Shakira’s style evolution and the Beyoncé comparison

Shakira has developed trends in her own way and is well-known for her varied style and blending of Latin and international influences. The pop queen has always pushed the bounds of dress, from her early 2000s belly-dancing days to her exuberant Super Bowl performances. But her most recent ensemble appears to have resonated with Beyoncé fans, leading to a discussion over whether Shakira is simply honoring Queen Bey or following her lead too closely.

Bey's Renaissance tour, a celebration of Afrofuturism and high-concept fashion, is renowned for its bold shapes, elaborate embellishments, and metallic ensembles that highlight individualism and empowerment. Because (fans think) Shakira's appearance is comparable to the Renaissance style, some people think the Colombian singer may be drawing a little too much inspiration from it. Online similarities have been heightened by conjecture about Shakira's attire, with some fans speculating that the metallic bodysuit and shoulder pads were a clear reference to Beyoncé's Sasha Fierce period.

Others counter that it is unjust to accuse Shakira of copying because her clothing choices are only a part of the larger pop culture trend in which musicians influence one another. Both musicians have had a big impact on the music business with their distinct approaches, and even if this episode may have led to a lot of internet jokes, it's evident that Shakira is still forging her own path, even if it occasionally veers into Bey territory.