Rihanna is a style icon unlike any other—with a fiercely unique fashion sense and daring beauty MO, the sassy singer-turned-designer’s unrelenting approach is always bold and never boring. In honor of RiRi’s 28th birthday—and since we could all benefit from a look-at-me moment—check out these five fearless style lessons, complete with shoppable picks. Who better to inspire stand-out style than the bad gal herself?
HBD RiRi!
Show Your Dark Side
The singer-turned-designer debuted a true-to-herself collection at NYFW, complete with gothic glam vibes and sporty separates. To channel Rihanna’s mysterious allure, layer an athletic-inspired topper over a semi-sheer maxi for bad gal cool. Keep the beauty look natural to avoid an overly goth look.
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Geek Chic Is The $h!t
By piecing together easy separates against a bold coat and specs, RiRi makes an otherwise misfit ensemble painfully chic. When translating the look for every day, a wide-leg trouser ensures cool-girl vibes.
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Get Naked
Okay not literally. While we admire RiRi’s nearly nude, bedazzled gown, a cocktail length dress is a feasible interpretation when paired with a faux-fur stole—you'll no doubt shine bright like a diamond (we had to!) with a similarly shimmery effect.
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Kick It Old School
Rather than trying too hard with of-the-moment trends, take a cue from Ri and go back to basics. By pairing a laid-back dad hat with '90s-style socks, the look reads daringly cool and flat-out fresh.
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Go Big, Like Really Big
While Rihanna has red carpet moments aplenty, the rest of us aren’t exactly attending the Met Ball anytime soon—hence finding that moment to go larger than life with a grandiose evening look à la Ri. Brocade textures and metallic accessories are a surefire way to embody the look.
