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Home · Fashion

Happy Birthday, Nicki!: 23 Fierce Looks That Prove Nicki Minaj is On Top of Her Game

This rapper not only kills it on the stage but remains flawlessly fierce on the red carpet.

By Candace Marie Stewart · July 29, 2015October 27, 2020
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Sheesh! Nicki Minaj made quite the entrance in this stunning gold number. The low-cut factor added a sexy touch to an already sultry cut. We love! 

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Minaj looked stunning in this shimmering Balmain number.

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Channeling an era of glamour came all to easy for this queen.  

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Who says a LBD has to be basic? Nicki shows us how to amp up this statement piece effortlessly.  

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Nicki’s summer wardrobe calls for cool whites and chic cut-outs.

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Nicki Minaj commands the front row in a nude and black fishnet dress at the Alexander Wang show during NYFW.

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Nicki dolled up for the BET awards in a designer artistic frock. 

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Owning the stage in a dramatic frock is the usual for Ms. Minaj.

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Yes, we are obsessed.  This rapper keeps it classy for the ladies and gents in a cream frock. 

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Werk!  Nicki knows how to do the little black dress seamlessly.

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Talk about angel in a red dress! Nicki adds the perfect stiletto finish to her demure ensemble. 

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Nicki’s stage-style presence consistently turns heads! 

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From the red-carpet to the stage, Nicki sent spectators into a frenzy in this heavenly gown. 

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Gone with the wind fabulous!  Nicki struck style gold with her sleek stilettos. 

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Nicki knows how to bring the heat in the winter!  

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Nicki masteread a beautiful trend in this burgundy leather ensemble.  

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Nicki flaunted her hourglass figure in a beautiful black sillouette. 

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Nicki’s curves did this dress justice, but how can we not mention these stunning booties?

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This sexy color-block skirt set is perfect for this diva’s curves. 

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Flawless color-blocking never looked so good!

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Nicki flaunts an animal printed frock with a splash of nude.

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This many-hued artistic dress caught our attentions at the American Music Awards in 2010 and still manages to be a favorite now. 

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Nicki’s not afraid to take a fashion risk and this is what we love so much about the darling. 

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