A Look at Rihanna's Iconic Street Style Outfits and Her Bad Gal Wardrobe Essentials
info@hypebae.com (HYPEBAE) Sat, 20 Feb 2021 HYPEBAE
Arguably one of the most fashion-forward dressers in the industry, Rihanna's style icon status was cemented over the last decade when she was appointed Creative Director of PUMA in 2014, and later, when she made a splash with the launch of her namesake lingerie brand Savage X Fenty in 2018. Constantly moving the fashion needle forward, the Barbadian singer-slash-entrepreneur has been the queen of serving up show-stopping red carpet moments -- think her Met Gala looks, including the memorable Guo Pei gown in 2015 -- as well as iconic street style outfits (remember when she stepped out in that heart-shaped cape by Saint Laurent?).
In honor of the Bad Gal's 33rd birthday on February 20, we've put together a style guide for those who're looking to Rih-vamp their closet. Below, see some of Rihanna's most frequently-worn color palettes and a few of her top wardrobe essentials.
All-White
Take your style cues from Rihanna, who can often be seen dressed in white from head-to-toe. When accented with the right amount of accessories -- a pair of tiny sunglasses, some hefty chain necklaces and an en-vogue clutch -- this minimal and classic look will easily take you from day to night.
[shoppable brand="Bottega Veneta" product="The Pouch Intrecciato Leather Clutch" link="https://www.matchesfashion.com/intl/products/Bottega-Veneta-The-Pouch-Intrecciato-leather-clutch-bag-1360750" store="MATCHESFASHION" price="$3,200 USD"]
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[shoppable brand="Tibi" product="Utility Faux-Leather Shirt" link="https://www.mytheresa.com/en-us/tibi-faux-leather-shirt-1392392.html" store="Mytheresa" price="$276 USD"]
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[shoppable brand="Isabel Marant" product="Cedar Leather Shorts" link="https://www.matchesfashion.com/us/products/Isabel-Marant-Cedar-leather-shorts-1244049" store="MATCHESFASHION" price="$598 USD"]
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Hot Pink Moment
A bestselling color featured in the lipstick line of the artist's eponymous makeup brand, Fenty Beauty, fluorescent pink has been a staple in Rihanna's events wardrobe. You don't even need to try -- the head-turning hue has its own way of drawing attention.
[shoppable brand="Worme" product="The One Shoulder Silk Mini Dress" link="https://www.matchesfashion.com/us/products/Worme-The-One-Shoulder-silk-mini-dress-1335764" store="MATCHESFASHION" price="$182 USD"]
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[shoppable brand="Balenciaga" product="Hourglass XS Leather Tote" link="https://www.mytheresa.com/en-us/balenciaga-hourglass-xs-leather-tote-1766192.html" store="Mytheresa" price="$1,790 USD"]
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[shoppable brand="Amina Muaddi" product="Gilda Embellished Satin Sandals" link="https://www.mytheresa.com/en-us/amina-muaddi-gilda-embellished-satin-sandals-1667813.html" store="Mytheresa" price="$958 USD"]
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Canadian Tuxedo
It isn't a secret that Rihanna enjoys suiting up in a Canadian tuxedo, so much so that she launched FENTY with a selection of jean separates that ranged from indigo corset dresses to oversized denim shirts. Recreate the singer's look by pairing a cropped jacket with a mini skirt and boots in the same wash.
[shoppable brand="Bottega Veneta" product="Denim Shirt" link="https://www.mytheresa.com/en-us/bottega-veneta-denim-shirt-1722728.html" store="Mytheresa" price="$990 USD"]
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[shoppable brand="Matthew Adams Dolan" product="Denim Mini Skirt" link="https://www.mytheresa.com/en-us/matthew-adams-dolan-denim-miniskirt-1023495.html" store="MATCHESFASHION" price="$222 USD"]
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[shoppable brand="Gianvito Rossi" product="Fiona Denim Ankle Boots" link="https://www.mytheresa.com/en-us/gianvito-rossi-fiona-ankle-boots-996701.html" store="Mytheresa" price="$836 USD"]
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Wild Thoughts
From leopard pattern to faux snakeskin, animal prints have been a key element of the Bad Gal's closet. Again, a simple trick to dress like RiRi is to go for the tonal look, so match your accessories to whichever print you're wearing.
[shoppable brand="Norma Kamali" product="Bill Snake-Print Jersey Halter Dress" link="https://www.mytheresa.com/en-us/norma-kamali-exclusive-to-mytheresa-bill-snake-print-jersey-halter-dress-1358905.html" store="Mytheresa" price="$105 USD"]
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[shoppable brand="BY FAR" product="Baby Amber Mocha Snake Print Leather Bag" link="https://hbx.com/women/brands/by-far/baby-amber-mocha-snake-print-leather-bag-mocha" store="HBX" price="$288 USD"]
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[shoppable brand="BY FAR" product="Tanya Snake Print Leather Sandals" link="https://hbx.com/women/brands/by-far/tanya-snake-print-leather-sandals-1" store="HBX" price="$190 USD"]
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