Hello sailor! Selena Gomez looks lovely in nautical striped top and flared trousers for a beach photo shoot
It's hard to believe that Selena Gomez was recently slammed by body critics for her curvier physique.
The 22-year-old looked absolutely stunning as she showcased her petite frame during a photo shoot on the beach in Malibu, California on Tuesday.
Selena looked as if she was ready to set sail while posing for the camera in a nautical inspired outfit.
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Ready for her close-up: Selena Gomez was spotted on a photo shoot in Malibu, California on Tuesday
The singer and actress wore a red and white striped Breton top and a pair of navy high-waisted bellbottoms featuring gold buttons.
The flared trousers clung to Selena's pert derriere, and her red boots poked out from underneath them.
Selena added a cute touch to her flirty ensemble with a blue and white polka dot headband atop her raven locks.
Anchors away: The singer and actress sported a nautical inspired outfit for the shoot
Working it: Selena is a pro at being in front of the camera, and worked her best angles
Check it out: The 22-year-old had a look at some of the test shots with the photographer
The Good For You hit-maker finished off her look with silver wishbone earrings and natural, dewy make-up, with some black mascara and rose pink lipstick.
Selena expertly worked the camera, lounging on the sand as the photographer clicked away.
The Spring Breakers star was in good spirits, chatting away with the crew on set and checking out some of the test shots.
Earning her stripes: Selena wore a red and white Breton top with navy flared trousers featuring gold buttons
Good spirits: The Good For You hit-maker was very jolly as she chatted to members of the crew
Dotty about fashion: Selena's cute outfit was accessorised with a navy and white polka dot headband
And Selena revealed the reason behind her sunny disposition on Instagram - she can't wait for her birthday next week.
She shared a photo of herself with the caption: 'Your girl is almost 23!! #gettinexcited #8days #whyamihuggingtheseatbelt.'
The snapshot showed Selena curled up in the passenger seat of a car, wearing a denim dress and thigh-high grey suede boots.
Confident: The Spring Breakers star also wore red boots and enhanced her natural beauty with dewy make-up
Confident: It's hard to believe that stunning Selena was criticised for her curvier physique not too long ago
She can't wait!: The former Disney princess told fans that she is excited for her 23rd birthday next week
It has been a busy week for the former Disney princess, who recently teased new behind-the-scenes video and photographs from her upcoming album, which is believed to be inspired by her ex-boyfriend Justin Bieber.
The pair dated on and off for years, before calling it quits for good late last year.
Now, it's set to be the battle of the breakup albums, with reports Justin is also back in the studio working on new material inspired by Selena.
Life's a beach: Selena posed in the sand as the photographer clicked away from behind the camera
A sight for sore eyes: The ex-girlfriend made for a pretty picture, as evidenced by some of her test shots
Selena has been enjoying chart success lately, with her latest single Good For You racing to the top of the Billboard Charts.
The song, featuring A$AP Rocky, shows the former child star exploring a more adult, raunchy sound.
The singer's new album is said to showcase a more grown-up, contemporary vibe, with the star promising fans more honesty in her lyrics and music.
The thigh's the limit: Selena shared a photo to Instagram in a denim dress and over-the-knee boots earlier that day
