10 Times Rihanna Flipped ‘Ugly’ Trends On Their Head

Celebrity Style Pattern clashing, fuzzy bucket hats and more. by Dominique Norman Updated: Feb. 20, 2024 Originally Published: Aug. 18, 2022 Gilbert Carrasquillo/GC Images/Getty Images

MEGA/GC Images/Getty Images Rihanna may be known for her impeccable taste on the red carpet , but even queen RiRi has participated in a few “ugly” trends. From embracing kitschy accessories to mixing garish prints, Rihanna has no fear when it comes to her personal style. MEGA/GC Images/Getty Images

Mixing Prints

Gotham/GC Images/Getty Images Exhibit A? These clashing prints, styled with — wait for it — white flip flops. These elements might typically be considered “ugly,” especially worn all together, but on Rihanna, they are anything but.

Over-Accessorizing

James Devaney/GC Images/Getty Images The quirky statement necklace from the mid 2000s, the bucket hat, the oversized clutch — all questionable, but the combination turns it into an aesthetic choice that only Rihanna could pull off.

Faux Fur Bucket Hat

Pierre Suu/GC Images/Getty Images I mean...if anyone can get me to buy a lime green fur bucket hat, it’s RiRi.

Slouchy Denim Boots

Gotham/GC Images/Getty Images Rihanna is known for her edgy aesthetic, and this look is a great example. Slouchy OTT boots had their moment in the early aughts, but Rihanna may be the only one who could make these massive denim boots work today.

Camo Print

MEGA/GC Images/Getty Images Camouflage tends to be reserved for military personnel and people who enjoy hunting, but Rihanna is one of many celebs dead-set on making the print feel *fashun*. And honestly, she's succeeding!

Lace Sunnies

Jerritt Clark/WireImage/Getty Images Remember stunna shades? Yeah, RiRi wore this DIY version with lace over the lenses back in 2009. I genuinely can’t decide if I love or hate these sunglasses, but I admire her for taking the risk.

Leopard Print

James Devaney/GC Images/Getty Images Leopard print is certainly a polarizing trend , with some calling it timeless and others trashy. While I question the sunglasses at night, there’s no denying that RiRi looks flawless.

Dress Over Pants

Han Myung-Gu/GC Images/Getty Images Dresses over pants are a trend I was hoping we'd leave in the early 2000s for good, but Rihanna seamlessly brought it back with zero apologies. I do love the sorbet color combo.

Newsboy Cap

Robert Kamau/GC Images/Getty Images A velvet newsboy cap is perhaps the last thing you’d add to your online shopping cart, but by some miracle, Rihanna pulls hers off. And with an all-white look, no less!

Denim-on-Denim

Raymond Hall/GC Images/Getty Images Before this moment, I was not sold on denim-on-denim. Then, I saw this incredible dark-wash, head-to-toe denim moment, and my perspective was forever changed. Thanks, Rihanna.