Put simply, Rihanna is an icon. Her influence spans across every major genre in pop culture, from music to beauty to fashion. When Rihanna founded her label Fenty in 2019, she partnered with French luxury conglomerate LVMH to do so, becoming the first house established by the group since 1987. She also became the first woman of color to have a label under the LVMH umbrella. Rihanna's red carpet outfits have also gone down in fashion history: Who could forget the Guo Pei gown she wore to the Met Gala in 2015, or the sheer "naked dress" she wore to the CFDA awards in 2014? But what makes Rihanna a style icon is the fact that she doesn't wait for galas or award shows to take fashion risks—her street style is just as enviable and impressive. A fashion chameleon, Rihanna isn't afraid to experiment, and loves to take pieces straight off the runway and mix them up to make the look her own. Flip through the archives, and you can see that Rihanna's look has evolved over time—but one thing has remained constant is that she's always been true to herself, embracing fashion in tandem her own sense of personal style.

By Shelby Comroe.

Rihanna is photographed outside Bergdorf Goodman for her Fenty x Bergdorf Goodman NYFW party.

Rihanna looks sleek in an all-black leather ensemble.

Matrix vibes in London.

We saw latex grace the Fall/Winter 2020 runway, but RiRi was ahead of the curve in this little latex number.

Seen outside of the Guggenheim Museum in New York, Rihanna attends the launch of her first visual autobiography, "Rihanna."

Comfortable and cute, Rihanna turned to neutral tones for her airport look. She topped off her casual ensemble with a large Dior tote that's great for travel.

In an all-white outfit carrying everyone's fave Bottega Veneta Pouch bag.

Spotted in Seoul, Rihanna pairs her Jacquemus look with Fenty sandals.

Rihanna turns heads in head-to-toe Fenty as she heads into the Webster for the Fenty x Webster pop-up cocktail.

Rihanna poses in front of her "Fenty" logo in Paris.

Rihanna hosts Fenty Launch on May 22, 2019 in Paris, France.

She kept things classic with this oversized blazer and slip skirt combo. This look is super simple and easy to recreate.

Rihanna poses at her Fenty x Puma event at Coachella.

Rihanna attends Sephora's Fenty Beauty By Rihanna party in Milan.

The guest of honor heads into her Met Gala afterparty at Up and Down wearing Nina Ricci.

Rihanna shuts it down in Dapper Dan X Gucci.

Attending the Louis Vuitton Menswear Spring/Summer 2019 show.

Rihanna is bold in gold while out in London.

Rihanna poses backstage at the Fent x Puma By Rihanna Spring/Summer Show.

In Sydney for a Fenty Beauty event.

Rihanna makes the case for a silk scarf worn over a baseball cap.

Looking like a boss in an oversized Matthew Adams Dolan suit.

The singer loves an oversized blazer. She opted to pair the menswear-inspired jacket with a pair of relaxed jeans.

In full denim out in New York.

Rihanna rocks a sporty look while out and about in NYC.

In Soho wearing a Tom Ford denim look.

In a full Burberry fit at the SZA concert.

Rihanna made sure not to forget her matching red gloves before heading out in New York.

The singer looks chic as she steps out in Soho.

In a floral green Gucci set.

Rihanna turns heads as she heads to her seat in all-white during the Golden State Warriors Game.

Rihanna is seen leaving the dentist's office in a statement coat and leather pants. I wear that to the dentist too!

The pop princess pays homage to late Princess Diana in this vintage T-shirt from Chapel NYC paired with Manolo Blahnik denim boots, a Vetements jacket, and Miu Miu sunnies.

Rihanna took a break from her typical edgy look with this sweet floral dress. She finished things off with Stella McCartney shoes and a Dior bag.

Sporting a very sheer Gucci dress in New York.

Rihanna hits the club in London in this pinstripe denim look.

In an oversized black T-shirt and bold black boots.

Borrowed from the boys, Ri-Ri heads to Harrods in this Raf Simmons menswear oversized puffer.

Rihanna is seen in full denim while out in New York City.

This iconic Saint Laurent moment will go down in street style history.

Seen outside of Bergdorf Goodman for the launch of Fenty x Puma.

Pretty in pink backstage during the Fenty x Puma show.

Rihanna tops her sporty ensemble with a feminine pearl choker.

Outside the Spring/Summer 2017 Christian Dior show in Paris.

In a pair of boyfriend jeans and an off-the-shoulder sweatshirt.

Rihanna makes wearing heels on cobblestone look easy.

Mixing prints with ease.

Rihanna watches a boxing match in double denim and layered jewels.

Rihanna stops for a photo as she heads into the Yeezy Season 1 show.

Heading into Fendi's flagship store in New York for an event.

Rihanna wears a large puffer as she makes her way through JFK airport.

Rihanna kept things bold and bright for her appearance on Good Morning America.

Headed into Jimmy Kimmel Live wearing a blue Moschino suit.

Pictured in Brooklyn ahead of the Dior Cruise show in 2015.

Leaving the Bowery Hotel in a cool camo look.

Not your grandma's florals. The singer paired her girly floral dress with a loud Versace choker and a bold lip.

Pants, who needs 'em? Rihanna paired her casual hoodie with a sexy slip.

The singer channels the 80s in this pink Vivenne Westwood dress that she wore to her perfume launch.

Rihanna mixed her sweet pink dress with a pair of edgy latex boots for the Christian Dior show in 2015.

She amps up her simple black slip with an oversized shearling coat and fishnet tights.

Walking into the pre-GRAMMY gala at the Beverly Hilton wearing this sexy Alexandre Vauthier dress.

This orange Chanel suit pops on Good Morning America.

Seen outside of the Givenchy Fall/Winter show in Paris.

Rihanna is spotted at the Chanel Fall Winter show in 2014.

Rihanna rocks a shag coat ahead of the Miu Miu show in 2014.

Sitting courtside and looking sporty in a backwards hat and a DKNY jersey.

Heading into the Versus Versace show.

Rihanna braved New York's frigid winter weather in this bold blue coat.

Rihanna has made her love for boyfriend jeans clear. She paired this glitzy Stella McCartney top with a distressed pair.

Back when the Givenchy Rottweiler was all the rage. Rihanna keeps things simple with skinny jeans and a bold choker.

Rihanna goes full leather for dinner at Nobu in this Balmain jumpsuit.

Looking like a million bucks sporting a camo bucket hat as she sits courtside at the Golden State Warriors game.

These Tom Ford snake skin boots were a moment.

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