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Style Transformation: Rihanna from "Rated R" to "Loud"

Style Transformation: Rihanna from "Rated R" to "Loud"
By Essence · Updated October 29, 2020
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Style Transformation: Rihanna

Edgy and eclectic describe Rihanna’s look just a few months back.

Style Transformation: Rihanna from "Rated R" to "Loud"
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Style Transformation: Rihanna

Dark bangs and smokey eyes add edge to RIhanna’s look.

Style Transformation: Rihanna from "Rated R" to "Loud"
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Style Transformation: Rihanna

Basic black is anything but on Rihanna.

Style Transformation: Rihanna from "Rated R" to "Loud"
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Style Transformation: Rihanna

Leather is a consistent theme for Rihanna’s look.

Style Transformation: Rihanna from "Rated R" to "Loud"
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Style Transformation: Rihanna

Studded glasses were a style staple in Rihanna’s edgy wardrobe.

Style Transformation: Rihanna from "Rated R" to "Loud"
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Style Transformation: Rihanna

Rihanna finally lightens up with blond streaks in her signature cut.

Style Transformation: Rihanna from "Rated R" to "Loud"
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Style Transformation: Rihanna

The blond streaks and red glasses combined create a lighter effect.

Style Transformation: Rihanna from "Rated R" to "Loud"
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Style Transformation: Rihanna

Rihanna continues rocking the dark glasses, this time without the studs!

Style Transformation: Rihanna from "Rated R" to "Loud"
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Style Transformation: Rihanna

Blond streaks have now upgraded to a full on color change and Rihanna has traded black for white.

Style Transformation: Rihanna from "Rated R" to "Loud"
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Style Transformation: Rihanna

Bright eyes, bright hair, bright dress. Rihanna’s transformation into a blond bombshell is complete.

Style Transformation: Rihanna from "Rated R" to "Loud"
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Style Transformation: Rihanna

Rihanna debuts a new look: cherry red short cut tops off her signature all-black-everything ensemble.

Style Transformation: Rihanna from "Rated R" to "Loud"
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Style Transformation: Rihanna

Multi-colored polka dot jumpsuit echoes Rihanna’s new optimistic chic .

Style Transformation: Rihanna from "Rated R" to "Loud"
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Style Transformation: Rihanna

More optimism creeps into Rihanna’s style as she debuts outfits in softer shades to compliment her raven hair.

Style Transformation: Rihanna from "Rated R" to "Loud"
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Style Transformation: Rihanna

A blazer paired with a flirty tutu, ankle socks and pumps complete Rihanna’s school-girl look.

Style Transformation: Rihanna from "Rated R" to "Loud"
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Style Transformation: Rihanna

A relaxed dress, socks and kitten heels solidify Rihanna’s new feminine chic.

Style Transformation: Rihanna from "Rated R" to "Loud"
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Style Transformation: Rihanna

No all black here, red hair tops off her look and a sleek, nude Louboutin pump completes.

Style Transformation: Rihanna from "Rated R" to "Loud"
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Style Transformation: Rihanna

Rihanna shows off a new feminine, girl swag with flirty shorts and a floral print sweater.

Style Transformation: Rihanna from "Rated R" to "Loud"
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Style Transformation: Rihanna

Soft and sweet, Rihanna adds more color to her style statement with this blue floral skirt and blue suede booties.

Style Transformation: Rihanna from "Rated R" to "Loud"
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Style Transformation: Rihanna

Floral patterns and a red fishtail braid show off Rihanna’s new fun and flirty vibe.

Style Transformation: Rihanna from "Rated R" to "Loud"
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Style Transformation: Rihanna

Rocking a global, boho, sexy chic look in Times Square, Rihanna pumps up the volume.

Style Transformation: Rihanna from "Rated R" to "Loud"
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Style Transformation: Rihanna

From short to medium and now long, Rihanna rocks a new length during her latest outing.

Style Transformation: Rihanna from "Rated R" to "Loud"