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In 2005, Rihanna was not too worried about individuality, but simply followed the main trend of those years - glamor.
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However, the image of the “neighbor girl” was also close to the star.
Sometimes young Rihanna was inspired by the enchanting 80s, putting together a bright top, crazy fuchsia leggings, gold sandals and giant earrings in one look.
But Ri-Ri’s evening appearances in the 2000s were distinguished by elegance and a good choice of colors: deep blue suits the singer incredibly!
Leopard, mini shorts, red top and hoop earrings - at the very beginning of her career, Rihanna also tried on the image of an r’n’b diva.
But this outfit is still quite relevant today: a shiny mini-dress with a laconic cut and shoes with an unusual buckle would be appropriate for any social event.
Sometimes Rihanna went overboard in her desire to be sexy, and then these satin dresses in acid colors with a deep neckline were used.
The love for original accessories manifested itself in Ri-Ri already in 2007.
Total black in combination with accent shoes is one of the win-win options for an evening look, but the outfit would look much better with cigarette pants instead of shorts.
It seems that Ri-Ri has been possessed by a goth - so we can imagine her in this outfit singing vocals in a hardcore band!
And this closed dress looks great on the singer: thanks to Rihanna’s dark skin, the image turned out to be a little ethnic and interesting.
To be honest, we understand what is happening in this outfit in the area of Rihanna's chest, but this corset is clearly doing some mysterious and downright strange things to her.
Rihanna really suits androgynous looks in general and trouser suits in particular, but in this case the upper part of the outfit seems too closed and monumental.
Rihanna is characterized by images in completely different styles, but sometimes the singer is “carried away” into unexpected experiments: the star’s dress resembles a napkin holder, but this fact, judging by her satisfied smile, does not bother the girl.
And from this wonderful jumpsuit, it seems that Ri-Ri herself is in slight shock - the stylist is on soap!
In 2010, Rihanna dyed her hair red, which she wore for quite a long time, and to celebrate she decided to present a red total look.
This image of Rihanna is one of her most memorable appearances. The dress was compared to snow and a plucked bird, however, one cannot help but notice how white suits the singer.
And another spectacular total white look: the trouser suit fits Rihanna just perfectly. Bravo!
In everyday life, Rihanna is still characterized by the hooligan images of a ringleader girl: torn stockings, a denim dress, creepers and a stern look in the set. Welcome bad girl Ri-Ri!
Rihanna's love (and it must be admitted that it is mutual) for lingerie style began 4 years ago, and this image is one of her most successful outfits. Sexy, feminine, stylish, moderately frank - the perfect way out!
And immediately - the hooligan Ri-Ri in torn micro-shorts, a bomber jacket, a bandana and rough shoes. But you must admit, that’s how we love her!
And here is the “first sign” of Rihanna’s current style - eclectic and strange, but very organically combined with the rebellious nature of the singer herself.
Walk the red carpet in pajamas? Why not!
It’s not for nothing that Rihanna has repeatedly become the muse of famous designers: the singer is great at mixing prints, textures and colors.
A strange piece of jewelry, a bomber cape, sunglasses, fishnet boots and denim mini shorts - this look would have looked vulgar on anyone, but Rihanna managed to tame it.
Rihanna managed to balance a dubious red patent leather skirt with a denim coat, a simple gray T-shirt and classic black pumps.
And you can safely take note of this total white look from Ri-Ri: this spring, all of its components, without exception, are super relevant, from mesh to white.
Sports style items, a classic coat and an ironic detail - this is an approximate “portrait” of the most current style of recent years. And Rihanna clearly feels like a duck to water in it.
Rihanna and 50 shades of green - this look is a real find for bright brunettes. Take note!
This “naked” dress ensured that Rihanna was included in various ratings of the most revealing outfits of stars, which, however, does not negate the fact that the singer looked brilliant in it in every sense.
A laconic set of white skirt and crop top combined with large jewelry made Ri-Ri a real star of the 2014 Costume Institute Ball.
A simple T-shirt dress, an oversized coat, sneakers and sunglasses: Rihanna, like no one else, knows how to bring chic to even the most prosaic casual look.
Fashion critics could not come to an agreement about this outfit: half confidently stated that it was difficult to come up with a more vulgar image, and the rest were still confident that this was a real fashion victory and provocation. And what do you think?
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If you look at the images of Rihanna from the beginning of her career, you can see how she becomes more courageous, liberated and daring. Loves transparent fabrics, cut-outs, bright dresses, tops. In addition, she loves unusual silhouettes and cuts, as well as relaxed street style.
In life, the singer remains true to herself, only sometimes she changes her shoes to sneakers. She created her own recognizable style. Seduction and sexuality are synonyms for each of her outfits. Often her images are too shocking or revealing, but there are also images that reveal the singer’s ideal sense of style. Let's take a look at Rihanna's 15 most stylish looks of late.
A true Hollywood diva wearing a dress from Alaia at the Grammy Awards.
"Total white look" on the Billboard Music Awards red carpet.
You can't argue with Rihanna in an aggressive Givenchy T-shirt!
A sparkly crop top and ripped jeans are a great choice for a party!
Rihanna loves mixing styles: here she managed to maintain a balance between classics, sports and ethnicity.
Rihanna looks stunning in Zac Pozen and Chopard jewelry.
This look relies on an unusual cut and bright color.
This is one of the most memorable appearances at the Met Gala last year - Rihanna in Stella McCartney.
It's a rare case when a singer chooses a classic cut and calm colors.
Sheer elegance in a dress of a simple cut, but rich burgundy color from Zac Pozen.
Pink marshmallow: Rihanna wearing Pascal Millet on Good Morning America!
At the Dior show wearing a satin dress from the brand of the same name.
This bow is an example of the perfect use of color blocking.
I can't even believe it! Rihanna is all tenderness.
Rihanna shows off a sporty chic look at the Chanel fashion show.
As you can see, Rihanna can be not only a shocking, half-naked rebel, but also an elegant lady. Although there is a hint of sexuality in every outfit she wears.
Bad Gal Riri is a style icon, a sultry beauty, the owner of an unforgettable timbre and the muse of Marilyn Manson. Yes, yes, the same one.
In the past - a simple poor girl from the island of Barbados, in the present - an R"n"B diva with 2 billion plays on Apple Music.
Biography of Rihanna
Rihanna's full name is Robyn Rihanna Fenty. She was born in 1988 in Barbados. Ri grew up in a very ordinary family without any hint of a stellar future. Rihanna's mother worked as an accountant in a small company, and her father worked in a clothing warehouse.
Rihanna fell in love with music in early childhood. She began listening to reggae at the age of seven and constantly hummed to herself the constant hits of her beloved Bob Marley.
It would seem that what else is needed for happiness. Sea, sun, reggae and the Caribbean. Unfortunately, this only works if you go on vacation to those places. But Rihanna's childhood was not so rosy.
A tiny apartment, a family of five (Ri is the eldest child in a family of three children), plus everything - her father’s addiction, which has become a real nightmare. Weed, alcohol, crack - this is an incomplete list of what Rihanna's father became addicted to over time and began to slowly drag the whole family down with him.
When Rihanna was 8 years old, she was first taken to the doctor complaining of severe headaches. Doctors even believed for some time that the girl had a brain tumor. But the parents' constant quarrels were to blame for everything. This went on for another 6 years. And when Rihanna was 14, the pain suddenly stopped. No, the Barbadian doctors never cured her. The cure was the divorce of my parents.
To avoid becoming a participant in parental squabbles, little Ree sought salvation in music. She ran to her grandmother Clara, locked herself in the bathroom and sang in the shower. At the age of 7, Rihanna already had her own group of classmates who sang reggae loudly in the schoolyard.
By the way, as a child, Rihanna was not the most popular girl at school. Quite the contrary. Children often teased her for her very fair skin and even called her white. Further more. When her breasts grew at twelve, her classmates could not forgive her for such “insolence” and continued to harass her.
Later in the interview, Rihanna will remember her childhood in Barbados with a smile: “I’m even glad that I was bullied at school. They helped me prepare for show business and all this s...m. Now I’m not afraid of anything at all!”
When Rihanna was 14 years old, she was noticed by American producer Evan Rogers. He and his wife spent their holidays in Barbados.
There are several versions of the story of how Rihanna and her reggae band received an invitation to audition. Some write that Rogers first heard them sing in a local eatery, others claim that Rihanna asked for the audition herself. Nobody argues with the denouement of the story anymore. As soon as Evan Rogers saw Rih on the makeshift stage in his hotel room, he was speechless: “The moment Rihanna appeared in the room, it was as if the other two members of the group simply did not exist.” Without thinking twice, Rogers invited the young singer to his place in New York to make several test demo recordings.
The next weekend, Rihanna packed her bags and headed to New York. Rogers, by the way, had to work hard to persuade her mother to let her daughter go. Oh, if only mother knew then what the future awaited her child!
As a result, recording the demo took a whole year. Rihanna was still a schoolgirl and could only visit Rogers during the holidays. As a result, they still managed to record 4 songs in the studio, which the enterprising Evan Rogers began distributing to record labels.
One of these copies went to Def Jam Recordings, where, after passing an audition with managers, it went straight to the desk of the label president, Jay Z. At first, the rapper was skeptical about the performer. The composition seemed too complicated to him.
As a producer, he was convinced that people love an artist not for his songs, but for himself. “You should take a look at this girl first.”
So Rihanna got an audition for Jay. They signed the contract on the same day. All future meetings with other labels had to be canceled, such a tempting offer was made to her by Def Jam Recordings. Rihanna stayed in the office late into the night while the lawyers finalized the deal. Jay Z did not want to let her go for a minute, because he was simply afraid that the girl would change her mind. They signed a six-album deal that day.
I didn’t have to think long about my stage name. Rihanna (Robin Rihanna Fenty's middle name) came in handy.
In 2005, at the age of 17, Ri Ri moved permanently from Barbados to the United States, initially settling with the Rogers.
Rihanna spent the next months in the studio. They recorded her first album. And in August, her debut single “Pon de Replay” was released, which by the end of the summer had already become a worldwide hit, topping all the main charts in America and Europe. It was a great warm-up before the release of the first record.
As a result, Rihanna's first album, Music of the Sun, sold 2 million copies worldwide and was certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America.
With the release of her first album, Rihanna's persona began to attract more and more attention. In the mid-2000s, during the heyday of the era of R"n"B and soul, the emergence of a new young singer was quite predictable. Music critics did not predict a long career for her. There was too much competition. Rihanna was constantly compared to Beyonce, then to J.Lo, and Jay Z was reproached for his lack of imagination, asking the question: “How, exactly, does Rihanna differ from his wife?”
Rolling Stone magazine gave Rihanna a C grade, calling the album “not very outstanding.”
But, despite the attacks of critics, the audience of Ri's fans began to grow exponentially.
And Rihanna herself, back in 2005, wasn’t very worried about her individuality. All she had to do was just follow the trend. And the 2000s were an era of glamor. Therefore, the golden glitter, dark skin and long hair came in very handy for the “girl next door” image that the producers chose for her.
Any appearance of Ri with bare abs and underwear peeking out from under trousers with a super low waist was greeted by her audience with a HURRY!
For evening outings, she still chose calmer and more feminine looks. Her transformation was yet to come.
After the first sales success of Rihanna's debut album, not even a month had passed before she had already started recording the next one. We had to strike while the iron was hot.
But music critics did not take this work seriously either. And Rolling Stone again wrote that the record is not as good as it wants to seem.
Everything changed with the release of Ri's second single, “Unfaithful.” In Russia, it was with him that my acquaintance with Rihanna began. A sad ballad according to all the laws of the genre with an exotic, vocal girl in the frame did its job. The public liked Rihanna more and more.
Having opened for Gwen Stefani, in 2007 Rihanna went on tour with another idol of the 2000s - the Pussycat Dolls.
Jay Z quickly realized that sex “sells” better than a pretty face and green eyes.
And Rihanna has already gone on tour in short shorts, having previously learned a couple of provocative dance steps.
Change of image
After returning from the tour, Rihanna completely changed her image. She cut off her hair and dyed it black. There was no trace left of the sweet, modest girl.
She has already set off to record her third album in the guise of a kind of rebel. Unlike previous works, which were dedicated to love ballads, the new dance record led by Timbeland created a real sensation both among fans and among the ubiquitous critics.
The most iconic song on the record, “Umbrella,” was originally written for Britney Spears. But the star’s managers were not impressed by the composition. The song began to be offered to labels, but Jay Z again showed up in time and took the track for his protégé.
Here even Rolling Stone could not resist, including the song in the list of the best tracks of 2007. By that time, Rihanna had already won several nominations for the American Music Award, including best R"n"B performer.
And then everything went as planned. After the American Music Award, there were two more MTV VMA statuettes and five Grammy nominations.
If little Rea’s everyday looks became more and more outrageous from month to month, then with evening dresses the situation was much more modest.
At her first Met Gala in 2007, Rihanna made a splash by upholding the stated dress code. A white flowing dress with a beautiful neckline made her the most elegant star of the evening.
In 2007-2008, Rihanna's popularity grew, she continued to win every possible award, leaving no chance for other stars. Entertainment Weekly even dedicated an entire article to her, calling her Diva of the Year.
Actually, both on stage and in life, she behaved like a real diva. And no one else could argue with that.
At the beginning of 2009, Rihanna was going to perform at the Grammy ceremony and at the same time receive her next award. But suddenly the performance was cancelled. Unflattering photographs were leaked online, which clearly showed that Ri had suffered quite a bit at the hands of her boyfriend, Chris Brown.
Rihanna filed a lawsuit against her former lover, Chris was sentenced to correctional labor, which did not stop him from going on TV shows and repenting of his actions. This situation simply did not pass by the singer’s fans. Even now, after so many years, as soon as Chris comments on Rihanna’s photo on her Instagram, he is immediately attacked by a whole crowd of Ri’s fans asking him to “get out of here and not spread your bad energy to Ri.”
After all the metamorphoses with her hair length in 2010, Ree again surprised fans by dyeing her hair red, which she wore for a long time.
And after a difficult breakup with Chris, she got new tattoos: small pistols on the sides of her ribs and the inscription on her collarbone “Never a failure, always a lesson,” which translates as “Not a mistake, but a lesson.” By the way, these are not the first drawings on her body. How much does a tattoo on your hand cost?
In 2012, Rihanna's image begins to take on the “face” that we know today. This happens with the light hand of her new stylist Mel Ottenberg. Mel began working on Rihanna's tour back in 2011, and in 2012 he took full ownership of the singer's wardrobe.
It was he who contributed to her transformation into Bad Gal Riri and brought her a future contract with Dior and success on the red carpet.
Unusual, strange, eclectic - this is how Mel saw Rihanna's style. It was a 100% hit. Ree was no longer compared to anyone else.
At the Victoria Secret Fashion Show in 2012, everyone froze, mouths open, when the new Rihanna took the stage with her next platinum hit, Diamonds.
She hypnotized the audience. Poor Justin Bieber. It was too much for his fragile young mind :-)
And in 2013, Rihanna herself tried herself as a designer, releasing a clothing collection together with the mass market brand River Island. This collection was a reflection of Ri's style in all its glory. Sportswear mixed with sexy shoes. Robes, massive accessories - both fans of the brand and the singers received the new product very well.
Meanwhile, River Island's main competitor, the TopShop brand, also decided to make some money on Rihanna's name. In 2013, the singer sued the brand for using her image on T-shirts. She did not give any consent to the printing of her photos. And since by that time the name Rihanna had already been registered as a brand, winning the case was not difficult. TopShop had to apologize and withdraw the T-shirts from sale.
But now on ebay such a T-shirt can be bought from collectors for a lot of money!
And while Rihanna reveled in the fame that her new tracks and style brought her, her loyal followers and imitators began to appear on the stage. After Hannah Montana and a long break, Miley Cyrus returned to the stage in high boots and leather...
...and the newly minted Albanian singer Rita Ora very much reminded me of someone.
But no matter how hard the girls try, it’s impossible to replicate Rihanna! She's so alone! The 56th Grammy ceremony once again confirmed this. Rea received her eighth statuette!
And at this time, Rihanna has a new entertainment that matches her rebellious image. She puts on a hoodie, pulls her cap down over her eyes and spends some time among the crowd of fans waiting for her show.
Red carpet appearances in 2015 were the most memorable for Rihanna fans. Or rather, they made her outfits real memes. First, a bright yellow dress from the Met Gala, which was dubbed the “omelet dress” online...
...and then the pink dress from the Grammys. Here the “well-wishers” have tried their best :-)
In 2016, Rihanna again tries herself as a designer. The Fenty Puma by Rihanna line of clothing, shoes and accessories will be presented in New York - Rihanna's first collection as art director of the sports brand.
The new Puma collection is the same Rihanna that we have become accustomed to over the past 2 years. Hyperbolic volumes and proportions, grotesque, and all this with a sporty flavor - this is all Ri.
Puma chose the right strategy by contacting stars as designers. As a result, by the beginning of 2017, thanks to collaborations with Rihanna and Kailyn Jenner, the brand received a record profit of 1 billion euros.
As for the style of Bad Gal Riri herself, last year the meme “It"s ugly until Rihanna decides it"s not” (“It’s terrible until Rihanna decides otherwise”) even became popular in America.
The meme began to gain popularity after a tweet from @cucetapologetic in October 2017. An army of fans supported the statement and were not even too lazy to find physical evidence.
Proof that everything is possible in this life (c)
And this dress looks like it was made entirely from unpacked napkins. But Rihanna can “sell” him too. (With)
Let's face it. It looks even cooler on Rihanna! (With)
Look at the model on the left, then Rihanna. Again to the model on the left and again to Rihanna. What is this, witchcraft? (With)
Today Rihanna is 30. At the beginning of her career she was compared to Beyoncé, and later to Madonna. On the one hand, all these comparisons are rather superficial. On the other hand, there is some truth in them. Like the aforementioned colleagues, Rea will leave a mark on the music (and maybe not only music) of the 21st century.
It is no coincidence that last year American Elle named Rihanna the president of millennials. 2 billion fans on Apple Music, her own lingerie line that celebrates body positivity, a charitable foundation, friendship with the French president, who donates millions of euros at her first request for help - this girl does it all, while not forgetting to remain a Barbadian goddess!
Trying on Rihanna's look
Now look how I adapted Rihanna's style to my wardrobe :-)
Let me remind you that I do not copy the style of our heroines, I choose what I like, change it to suit myself, while maintaining recognition :)
To be continued :) Yes, yes!
In the meantime, I’m sharing a piece of backstage!
At the very beginning of her career, Rihanna won the title of trendsetter. Remember how at the 2007 Grammy Awards, Rihanna, parading in a green dress by Roberto Cavalli, not only filled the atmosphere with a magical emerald glow, but also managed to attract thousands of envious glances.
Perhaps the metaphor of "ice and fire" best describes Rihanna's style. Whether as a romantic girl from Manhattan, or as a simple girl from the New York ghetto, or even as an R&B diva, Rihanna’s outfits are always impeccable. Fragile appearance, fighting character, explosive energy and subtle sexuality - she is not afraid to play with contrasts either in art, or in clothes, or in relationships. If you want to know the secret of this brave Haitian woman, this material is especially for you.
Rihanna Makeup
When it comes to makeup, the singer is also not a follower of strict rules. A few details will help give your look a little Rihanna-esque rebellion.
- Eyes.“For me, smoky eyes are a smoky mist. I don’t think it has to be black, because the main thing is the presence of color. You will look impressive if you use dark lilac shadows, complement your makeup with eyeliner and extra-dark black mascara."- Rihanna admitted in an interview. And, despite the fact that smoky-eyes makeup has been a trendy attribute of most fashion houses for several seasons, in 2013 it will not lose its relevance.
- Mascara. If you want to try on Rihanna's makeup, we can assure you that you can't do without colored mascara. Use lazarite blue, malachite green, deep lilac mascara in combination with shadows of similar shades.
- Lips. You've probably noticed that Rihanna often wears lipstick in rich berry colors. Rich blueberry and warm raspberry go very well with the caramel shade of her skin. Sometimes, to accentuate a more aggressive, gothic look, she wears black lipstick. Of course, life is not a stage, and coal-colored lips are too shocking a choice, so if you want to match Rihanna’s image, we advise you to pay attention to berry shades of glosses and lipsticks.
Rihanna's wardrobe
Rihanna's clothing style is an explosive cocktail of sexuality, innocent romanticism and street audacity with a slight touch of aristocracy. The recipe for this look is simple - combine different textures and looks, because Rihanna's wardrobe is the place where ripped jeans coexist perfectly with evening dresses, and leather and latex items wonderfully coexist with silk and lace.
Don’t be afraid to experiment, combine incongruous things, but never get carried away with the buoys of style and grace. Good luck!
