Colombian singer Shakira is following in the footsteps of Beyonce Knowles, Jennifer Lopez and Britney Spears by launching her signature perfume.

'S by Shakira' features notes of jasmine and sandalwood and will go on sale in September.

"The type of women who feel a connection with this fragrance would be independent and strong, but also a woman with a great capacity to love and a strong sense of who they are. It's for a woman who believes in herself," aceshowbiz.com quoted Shakira as saying.

"Like one of my songs, I wanted 'S by Shakira' to tell a story, and to be something personal and unique. A perfume has to really reflect something inside you, make you connect with it in an emotional way," she added.