RiRi can already be considered a game-changer in every sense of the word. From slow-burning ballads to timeless dancefloor sing-a-longs, Rihanna has perfected them all while covering R&B, pop, electronica and dancehall with undeniable flair and chart-topping precision. While we’re waiting on another album (and that Australian tour) from RiRi, she’s also been leaving her mark on the worlds of fashion, beauty and even politics – shouts to Julia Gillard – so it’s fair to assume that she isn’t slowing down anytime soon.
In celebration of Rihanna’s 30th birthday, we collected some of her hardest, head-turning looks. From magazine covers to live performances to off-duty ensembles, here’s the best of RiRi:
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