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Home • Fashion

2011: The Year of Nicki Minaj

Our fave 2011 style moments of Nicki Minaj.
Darling Nicki
Style File 2011 Year Of Nicki Minaj
By Celia L. Smith · Updated October 28, 2020
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Love her or hate her, you cannot deny Nicki Minaj’s outrageous style.

From her New York Fashion Week crazy rainbow pom-pom vest and bee-hive ensemble to her gorgeous lace and taffeta Oscar de la Renta gown at the AMAs, everyone was buzzing about Nicki Minaj’s over-the-top taste.

Let’s take a look at the highlights of this year.