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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 · Updated October 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! 

Happy Birthday, Nicki!: 23 Fierce Looks That Prove Nicki Minaj is On Top of Her Game
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Minaj looked stunning in this shimmering Balmain number.

Happy Birthday, Nicki!: 23 Fierce Looks That Prove Nicki Minaj is On Top of Her Game
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Channeling an era of glamour came all to easy for this queen.  

Happy Birthday, Nicki!: 23 Fierce Looks That Prove Nicki Minaj is On Top of Her Game
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Who says a LBD has to be basic? Nicki shows us how to amp up this statement piece effortlessly.  

Happy Birthday, Nicki!: 23 Fierce Looks That Prove Nicki Minaj is On Top of Her Game
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Nicki’s summer wardrobe calls for cool whites and chic cut-outs.

Happy Birthday, Nicki!: 23 Fierce Looks That Prove Nicki Minaj is On Top of Her Game
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Nicki Minaj commands the front row in a nude and black fishnet dress at the Alexander Wang show during NYFW.

Happy Birthday, Nicki!: 23 Fierce Looks That Prove Nicki Minaj is On Top of Her Game
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Nicki dolled up for the BET awards in a designer artistic frock. 

Happy Birthday, Nicki!: 23 Fierce Looks That Prove Nicki Minaj is On Top of Her Game
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Owning the stage in a dramatic frock is the usual for Ms. Minaj.

Happy Birthday, Nicki!: 23 Fierce Looks That Prove Nicki Minaj is On Top of Her Game
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Yes, we are obsessed.  This rapper keeps it classy for the ladies and gents in a cream frock. 

Happy Birthday, Nicki!: 23 Fierce Looks That Prove Nicki Minaj is On Top of Her Game
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Werk!  Nicki knows how to do the little black dress seamlessly.

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

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

Happy Birthday, Nicki!: 23 Fierce Looks That Prove Nicki Minaj is On Top of Her Game
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Nicki’s stage-style presence consistently turns heads! 

Happy Birthday, Nicki!: 23 Fierce Looks That Prove Nicki Minaj is On Top of Her Game
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From the red-carpet to the stage, Nicki sent spectators into a frenzy in this heavenly gown. 

Happy Birthday, Nicki!: 23 Fierce Looks That Prove Nicki Minaj is On Top of Her Game
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Gone with the wind fabulous!  Nicki struck style gold with her sleek stilettos. 

Happy Birthday, Nicki!: 23 Fierce Looks That Prove Nicki Minaj is On Top of Her Game
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Nicki knows how to bring the heat in the winter!  

Happy Birthday, Nicki!: 23 Fierce Looks That Prove Nicki Minaj is On Top of Her Game
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Nicki masteread a beautiful trend in this burgundy leather ensemble.  

Happy Birthday, Nicki!: 23 Fierce Looks That Prove Nicki Minaj is On Top of Her Game
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Nicki flaunted her hourglass figure in a beautiful black sillouette. 

Happy Birthday, Nicki!: 23 Fierce Looks That Prove Nicki Minaj is On Top of Her Game
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Nicki’s curves did this dress justice, but how can we not mention these stunning booties?

Happy Birthday, Nicki!: 23 Fierce Looks That Prove Nicki Minaj is On Top of Her Game
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This sexy color-block skirt set is perfect for this diva’s curves. 

Happy Birthday, Nicki!: 23 Fierce Looks That Prove Nicki Minaj is On Top of Her Game
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Flawless color-blocking never looked so good!

Happy Birthday, Nicki!: 23 Fierce Looks That Prove Nicki Minaj is On Top of Her Game
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Nicki flaunts an animal printed frock with a splash of nude.

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

Happy Birthday, Nicki!: 23 Fierce Looks That Prove Nicki Minaj is On Top of Her Game
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Nicki’s not afraid to take a fashion risk and this is what we love so much about the darling. 

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