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    The Most Iconic Rihanna Outfits of All Time

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    By Shelby Comroe
    Published 14 May 2020 In Features

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    Put simply, Rihanna is an icon. Her influence spans across every major genre in pop culture, from music to beauty to fashion. When Rihanna founded her label Fenty in 2019, she partnered with French luxury conglomerate LVMH to do so, becoming the first house established by the group since 1987. She also became the first woman of color to have a label under the LVMH umbrella. Rihanna's red carpet outfits have also gone down in fashion history: Who could forget the Guo Pei gown she wore to the Met Gala in 2015, or the sheer "naked dress" she wore to the CFDA awards in 2014? But what makes Rihanna a style icon is the fact that she doesn't wait for galas or award shows to take fashion risks—her street style is just as enviable and impressive. A fashion chameleon, Rihanna isn't afraid to experiment, and loves to take pieces straight off the runway and mix them up to make the look her own. Flip through the archives, and you can see that Rihanna's look has evolved over time—but one thing has remained constant is that she's always been true to herself, embracing fashion in tandem her own sense of personal style.

    February 7, 2020
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    February 7, 2020

    Rihanna is photographed outside Bergdorf Goodman for her Fenty x Bergdorf Goodman NYFW party.

    December 9, 2019
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    December 9, 2019

    Rihanna looks sleek in an all-black leather ensemble.

    December 2, 2019
    (Image credit: Ricky Vigil M/Getty Images)

    December 2, 2019

    Matrix vibes in London.

    October 13, 2019
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    October 13, 2019

    We saw latex grace the Fall/Winter 2020 runway, but RiRi was ahead of the curve in this little latex number.

    October 11, 2019
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    October 11, 2019

    Seen outside of the Guggenheim Museum in New York, Rihanna attends the launch of her first visual autobiography, "Rihanna."

    October 11, 2019
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    October 11, 2019

    Comfortable and cute, Rihanna turned to neutral tones for her airport look. She topped off her casual ensemble with a large Dior tote that's great for travel.

    October 10, 2019
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    October 10, 2019

    In an all-white outfit carrying everyone's fave Bottega Veneta Pouch bag.

    September 19, 2019
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    September 19, 2019

    Spotted in Seoul, Rihanna pairs her Jacquemus look with Fenty sandals.

    September 18, 2019
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    September 18, 2019

    In green Fenty (via Instagram).

    September 17, 2019
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    September 17, 2019

    Rihanna wows in a white power suit at a Fenty Beauty event.

    June 25, 2019
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    June 25, 2019

    In Fenty before the BET awards.

    June 18, 2019
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    June 18, 2019

    Rihanna turns heads in head-to-toe Fenty as she heads into the Webster for the Fenty x Webster pop-up cocktail.

    June 9, 2019
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    June 9, 2019

    In a playful purple look.

    May 23, 2019
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    May 23, 2019

    Rihanna poses in front of her "Fenty" logo in Paris.

    May 22, 2019
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    May 22, 2019

    Rihanna hosts Fenty Launch on May 22, 2019 in Paris, France.

    January 30, 2019
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    January 30, 2019

    She kept things classic with this oversized blazer and slip skirt combo. This look is super simple and easy to recreate.

    February 28, 2018
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    February 28, 2018

    A Gucci moment at home.

    April 15, 2018
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    April 15, 2018

    Rocking Y-Project for Coachella 2018.

    April 14, 2018
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    April 14, 2018

    Stunting in custom Chrome Hearts for Coachella 2018.

    April 14, 2018
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    April 14, 2018

    Rihanna poses at her Fenty x Puma event at Coachella.

    April 5, 2018
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    April 5, 2018

    Rihanna attends Sephora's Fenty Beauty By Rihanna party in Milan.

    May 7, 2018
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    May 7, 2018

    The guest of honor heads into her Met Gala afterparty at Up and Down wearing Nina Ricci.

    May 5, 2018
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    May 5, 2018

    When your skirt is too short...wear it as a top.

    May 5, 2018
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    May 5, 2018

    Rihanna shuts it down in Dapper Dan X Gucci.

    May 4, 2018
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    May 4, 2018

    RiRi shows off her neutral-toned look on Instagram.

    June 21, 2018
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    June 21, 2018

    Attending the Louis Vuitton Menswear Spring/Summer 2019 show.

    June 13, 2018
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    June 13, 2018

    Rihanna is bold in gold while out in London.

    September 10, 2018
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    September 10, 2018

    Rihanna poses backstage at the Fent x Puma By Rihanna Spring/Summer Show.

    October 3, 2018
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    October 3, 2018

    In Sydney for a Fenty Beauty event.

    January 21, 2017
    (Image credit: Instagram)

    January 21, 2017

    Feminine AF for the Women's March.

    March 23, 2017
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    March 23, 2017

    Rihanna makes the case for a silk scarf worn over a baseball cap.

    April 16, 2017
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    April 16, 2017

    All that glitters is Gucci.

    May 22, 2017
    (Image credit: Josiah Kamau/Getty Images)

    May 22, 2017

    Looking like a boss in an oversized Matthew Adams Dolan suit.

    September 9, 2017
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    September 9, 2017

    The singer loves an oversized blazer. She opted to pair the menswear-inspired jacket with a pair of relaxed jeans.

    September 8, 2017
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    September 8, 2017

    In full denim out in New York.

    October 13, 2017
    (Image credit: Gotham/Getty Images)

    October 13, 2017

    Rihanna rocks a sporty look while out and about in NYC.

    October 12, 2017
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    October 12, 2017

    In Soho wearing a Tom Ford denim look.

    October 11, 2017
    (Image credit: Instagram)

    October 11, 2017

    The money shot in Off-White.

    October 10, 2017
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    October 10, 2017

    In a full Burberry fit at the SZA concert.

    October 2, 2017
    (Image credit: Instagram)

    October 2, 2017

    These Saint Laurent boots were made for walking.

    December 6, 2017
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    December 6, 2017

    Rocking an LBD topped off with a sporty jacket.

    January 22, 2016
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    January 22, 2016

    Rihanna made sure not to forget her matching red gloves before heading out in New York.

    March 30, 2016
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    March 30, 2016

    The singer looks chic as she steps out in Soho.

    March 28, 2016
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    March 28, 2016

    In a floral green Gucci set.

    March 6, 2016
    (Image credit: Noel Vasquez/Getty Images)

    March 6, 2016

    Rihanna turns heads as she heads to her seat in all-white during the Golden State Warriors Game.

    April 4, 2016
    (Image credit: Josiah Kamau/Getty Images)

    April 4, 2016

    Rihanna is seen leaving the dentist's office in a statement coat and leather pants. I wear that to the dentist too!

    April 2, 2016
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    April 2, 2016

    The pop princess pays homage to late Princess Diana in this vintage T-shirt from Chapel NYC paired with Manolo Blahnik denim boots, a Vetements jacket, and Miu Miu sunnies.

    May 31, 2016
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    May 31, 2016

    Rihanna took a break from her typical edgy look with this sweet floral dress. She finished things off with Stella McCartney shoes and a Dior bag.

    May 25, 2016
    (Image credit: Robert Kamau/Getty Images)

    May 25, 2016

    Sporting a very sheer Gucci dress in New York.

    June 24, 2016
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    June 24, 2016

    Rihanna hits the club in London in this pinstripe denim look.

    June 23, 2016
    (Image credit: Ricky Vigil M/Getty Images)

    June 23, 2016

    In an oversized black T-shirt and bold black boots.

    August 19, 2016
    (Image credit: Ricky Vigil M/Getty Images)

    August 19, 2016

    Borrowed from the boys, Ri-Ri heads to Harrods in this Raf Simmons menswear oversized puffer.

    September 5, 2016
    (Image credit: Robert Kamau/Getty Images)

    September 5, 2016

    Rihanna is seen in full denim while out in New York City.

    September 5, 2016
    (Image credit: Robert Kamau/Getty Images)

    September 5, 2016

    This iconic Saint Laurent moment will go down in street style history.

    September 6, 2016
    (Image credit: Patricia Schlein/Star Max/Getty Images)

    September 6, 2016

    Seen outside of Bergdorf Goodman for the launch of Fenty x Puma.

    September 28, 2016
    (Image credit: Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images)

    September 28, 2016

    Pretty in pink backstage during the Fenty x Puma show.

    September 28, 2016
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    September 28, 2016

    Rihanna tops her sporty ensemble with a feminine pearl choker.

    September 30, 2016
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    September 30, 2016

    Outside the Spring/Summer 2017 Christian Dior show in Paris.

    October 6, 2016
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    October 6, 2016

    In a pair of boyfriend jeans and an off-the-shoulder sweatshirt.

    October 7, 2016
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    October 7, 2016

    Rihanna makes wearing heels on cobblestone look easy.

    October 18, 2016
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    October 18, 2016

    Mixing prints with ease.

    January 9, 2015
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    January 9, 2015

    Rihanna watches a boxing match in double denim and layered jewels.

    February 12, 2015
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    February 12, 2015

    Rihanna stops for a photo as she heads into the Yeezy Season 1 show.

    February 13, 2015
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    February 13, 2015

    Heading into Fendi's flagship store in New York for an event.

    March 7, 2015
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    March 7, 2015

    Rihanna wears a large puffer as she makes her way through JFK airport.

    March 13, 2015
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    March 13, 2015

    Rihanna kept things bold and bright for her appearance on Good Morning America.

    April 1, 2015
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    April 1, 2015

    Headed into Jimmy Kimmel Live wearing a blue Moschino suit.

    May 7, 2015
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    May 7, 2015

    Pictured in Brooklyn ahead of the Dior Cruise show in 2015.

    May 15, 2015
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    May 15, 2015

    Leaving the Bowery Hotel in a cool camo look.

    July 13, 2015
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    July 13, 2015

    Not your grandma's florals. The singer paired her girly floral dress with a loud Versace choker and a bold lip.

    July 28, 2015
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    July 28, 2015

    Rocking underwear as outerwear as she heads to the recording studio.

    August 11, 2015
    (Image credit: Alo Ceballos/Getty Images)

    August 11, 2015

    Pants, who needs 'em? Rihanna paired her casual hoodie with a sexy slip.

    August 31, 2015
    (Image credit: Josiah Kamau/Getty Images)

    August 31, 2015

    The singer channels the 80s in this pink Vivenne Westwood dress that she wore to her perfume launch.

    October 2, 2015
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    October 2, 2015

    Rihanna mixed her sweet pink dress with a pair of edgy latex boots for the Christian Dior show in 2015.

    November 19, 2015
    (Image credit: NCP/Star Max/Getty Images)

    November 19, 2015

    She amps up her simple black slip with an oversized shearling coat and fishnet tights.

    January 25, 2014
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    January 25, 2014

    Walking into the pre-GRAMMY gala at the Beverly Hilton wearing this sexy Alexandre Vauthier dress.

    January 29, 2014
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    January 29, 2014

    This orange Chanel suit pops on Good Morning America.

    March 2, 2014
    (Image credit: Pierre Suu/Getty Images)

    March 2, 2014

    Seen outside of the Givenchy Fall/Winter show in Paris.

    March 4, 2014
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    March 4, 2014

    Rihanna is spotted at the Chanel Fall Winter show in 2014.

    March 5, 2014
    (Image credit: Jacopo Raule/Getty Images)

    March 5, 2014

    Rihanna rocks a shag coat ahead of the Miu Miu show in 2014.

    May 9, 2014
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    May 9, 2014

    Sitting courtside and looking sporty in a backwards hat and a DKNY jersey.

    September 7, 2014
    (Image credit: Gilbert Carrasquillo/Getty Images)

    September 7, 2014

    Heading into the Versus Versace show.

    December 23, 2014
    (Image credit: NCP/Star Max/Getty Images)

    December 23, 2014

    Rihanna braved New York's frigid winter weather in this bold blue coat.

    June 16, 2013
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    June 16, 2013

    Rihanna has made her love for boyfriend jeans clear. She paired this glitzy Stella McCartney top with a distressed pair.

    September 4, 2013
    (Image credit: Jackson Lee/Star Max/Getty Images)

    September 4, 2013

    Back when the Givenchy Rottweiler was all the rage. Rihanna keeps things simple with skinny jeans and a bold choker.

    November 8, 2013
    (Image credit: Michael Stewart/Getty Images)

    November 8, 2013

    Rihanna goes full leather for dinner at Nobu in this Balmain jumpsuit.

    November 22, 2013
    (Image credit: Noel Vasquez/Getty Images)

    November 22, 2013

    Looking like a million bucks sporting a camo bucket hat as she sits courtside at the Golden State Warriors game.

    October 1, 2012
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    October 1, 2012

    These Tom Ford snake skin boots were a moment.

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