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21 Looks That Prove Rihanna is a Supreme Slay Queen

By Dominique Hobdy · Updated October 26, 2020

Rihanna’s 2016 was on another level of lit. Not only did she drop her wildly successful album Anti, but she hit the road for an epic tour and pretty much took over the fashion world. While she was out and about making her mark she was draped in the finest threads, of course.

W e’re taking a look at the year in Rihanna style.

 

01
Rihanna’s Best Looks of the Year
Who knew how well leopard compliments pinstripe?
21 Looks That Prove Rihanna is a Supreme Slay Queen
James Devaney
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Rihanna’s Best Looks of the Year
On top of being decked out in a look from her own line, Rih slays this glam athleisure look.
21 Looks That Prove Rihanna is a Supreme Slay Queen
Patricia Schlein/Star Max
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Rihanna’s Best Looks of the Year
Rihanna better come through with this epic Dior moment!
21 Looks That Prove Rihanna is a Supreme Slay Queen
Pascal Le Segretain
04
Rihanna’s Best Looks of the Year
This pretty in pink look was perfect for debuting FENTY x PUMA in Paris.
21 Looks That Prove Rihanna is a Supreme Slay Queen
Pascal Le Segretain
05
Rihanna’s Best Looks of the Year
Dope in denim.
21 Looks That Prove Rihanna is a Supreme Slay Queen
Robert Kamau
06
Rihanna’s Best Looks of the Year
Who doesn’t love a fierce fringe moment? This green number is everything!
21 Looks That Prove Rihanna is a Supreme Slay Queen
Raymond Hall
07
Rihanna’s Best Looks of the Year
The mini skirt made a return this year and Rihanna nailed the look!
21 Looks That Prove Rihanna is a Supreme Slay Queen
Alo Ceballos
08
Rihanna’s Best Looks of the Year
Tell us this. How many people do you know that can say they’ve worn a heart-shaped fur with shorts and heels? No one? Same here, and for that Rihanna wins in this look.
21 Looks That Prove Rihanna is a Supreme Slay Queen
Robert Kamau
09
Rihanna’s Best Looks of the Year
This super girly and sporty look gave us major Spice Girls vibes and we loved it.
21 Looks That Prove Rihanna is a Supreme Slay Queen
Michael Loccisano
10
Rihanna’s Best Looks of the Year
Rih just might be the queen of meshing luxe and casual pieces to make one fab look.
21 Looks That Prove Rihanna is a Supreme Slay Queen
Robert Kamau
11
Rihanna’s Best Looks of the Year
That fur. Those shoes. Another show-stopping moment.
21 Looks That Prove Rihanna is a Supreme Slay Queen
Nicholas Hunt/BET
12
Rihanna’s Best Looks of the Year
This floral sundress was super cute with platform oxfords.
21 Looks That Prove Rihanna is a Supreme Slay Queen
Alo Ceballos
13
Rihanna’s Best Looks of the Year
The details on this look are out of this world. The leather pants and patchwork coat and graphic tee and white booties makes for a killer look.
21 Looks That Prove Rihanna is a Supreme Slay Queen
Josiah Kamau
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Rihanna’s Best Looks of the Year
Rih stepped out drenched in a peek-a-boo Gucci frock.
21 Looks That Prove Rihanna is a Supreme Slay Queen
NCP/Star Max
15
Rihanna’s Best Looks of the Year
Rihanna gave us sophisticated lady in this bronze tuxedo dress and embellished mules.
21 Looks That Prove Rihanna is a Supreme Slay Queen
David Becker
16
Rihanna’s Best Looks of the Year
We’re so grateful for all of the fringe Rih delivered this year.
21 Looks That Prove Rihanna is a Supreme Slay Queen
Karwai Tang
17
Rihanna’s Best Looks of the Year
Back at is again in Gucci, this time with athletic elements and a dash of fur.
21 Looks That Prove Rihanna is a Supreme Slay Queen
Josiah Kamau
18
Rihanna’s Best Looks of the Year
Rih made her mark on fashion week in this fab FENTY x PUMA look.
21 Looks That Prove Rihanna is a Supreme Slay Queen
Dimitrios Kambouris
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Rihanna’s Best Looks of the Year

Rihanna may not look too happy in this picture but do you see those pants?! Rih slayed while giving back in this drop-dead gorgeous ensemble.

21 Looks That Prove Rihanna is a Supreme Slay Queen
Chris Jackson
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Rihanna’s Best Looks of the Year
Rihanna attended the 59th annual Grammy Awards in a gorgeous two-piece Armani Privé ensemble.
21 Looks That Prove Rihanna is a Supreme Slay Queen
21
Rihanna’s Best Looks of the Year
Rihanna’s super cute crop top paired with tailored white pants and white shoes is the perfect spring look.
21 Looks That Prove Rihanna is a Supreme Slay Queen
Kevin Mazur
TOPICS:  Rihanna
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