12 Rihanna Outfits That Absolutely Shouldn't Have Worked, But Did (2024)

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Literally the Only Girl In The World who could pull these off.

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Michelle PersadFashion Editor, The Huffington Post

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Rihanna is undoubtedly one the most badass style icons of this decade. She always looks cool ... even when she is wearing the most absurd outfits.

Let's just be real for a second90 percent of what Riri wears is ridiculous and couldn't possibly work on anyone else. But somehow, this lady has us convinced that bucket hats and velour tracksuits are trendy. To prove our point, we rounded up 12 photos of Rihanna that absolutely shouldn't have worked, but did. Teach us your ways Rihanna, teach us your ways.

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That time she looked like Elaine from Seinfeld.

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That time she convinced us that pants are optional.

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That time she was like f!#$ underwear.

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That time she basically wore a sleeping bag.

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That time she dressed like a 5-year-old.

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That time she rocked an oversized blazer -- and that's it.

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That time she made a nightie work outside of the house.

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That time she wore ALL the camo.

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That time she piqued our interest in sports.

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That time she convinced us that bucket hats are back.

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That time she made us want shiny green track pants.

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