Rihanna and A$AP Rocky remain a fashion force to be reckoned with. And they’ve proven their power yet again at the recently concluded Fashion Awards 2024, where A$AP Rocky was honored with the Cultural Innovator Award for his influence in the fashion industry and pop culture.
According to the British Fashion Council, A$AP Rocky is a leading fashion innovator because of the viral fashion moments he has created throughout the year — for instance, his iconic Gucci ensemble at the 2023 Met Gala. But although he’s considered a fashion innovator, A$AP Rocky is hardly noticeable when he is with his baby mama, Rihanna, who always steals the show.
Rihanna and A$AP Rocky attend the 2024 Fashion Awards, presented by the British Fashion Council, at the Royal Albert Hall (Credit: PA Images / INSTARimages)
A fashionable duo, Rihanna and A$AP Rocky’s bold and edgy style never fails to draw attention. I am constantly amazed by their effortless ability to blend streetwear and high-end pieces that always produce unique and stylish looks.
At the Fashion Awards, the power couple dressed to the nines, showing their impressive style and versatility.
A$AP Rocky’s Red-Carpet Look: Bottega Veneta Navy Suit and Loafers
Known for his unconventional style, A$AP Rocky showed his take on red-carpet glamour by dressing in a relaxed navy suit by Bottega Veneta. He opted for an oversized boxy set that mirrors his effortlessly cool style, pairing a loose-fitting jacket with loose pleated slacks.
This suit is less formal than others, and it, in my opinion, perfectly captures his unorthodox sense of fashion. The blazer has a stiff collar and extra-large pockets. Underneath, he wore a red tie and a white shirt that was left untucked.
His bottom pants were loose, with the hem gathered over his black Bottega Veneta square-toed loafers. I like how the ensemble combines the sophistication of the red carpet with the ghetto ruggedness of streetwear.
I just wished A$AP Rocky had tried to equal Rihanna’s dramatic, regal look, though, as the event was a celebration of fashion excellence, and guests were encouraged to wear something imaginative and spectacular.
A$AP Rocky, Cultural Innovator Awardee, looks cool in a loose-fitting navy blue Bottega Veneta jacket and matching trousers (Credit: PA Images / INSTARimages)
Rihanna’s Christian Lacroix Turquoise Fur Dress Stuns at Fashion Awards 2024
All eyes were on Rihanna as she arrived at the Royal Albert Hall arm-in-arm with her baby daddy, A$AP Rocky. I love how the turquoise fur ensemble, evocative of a vintage regal look, reflected the singer’s outspoken attitude and unapologetic fashion sense.
She looks fantastic in a turquoise fur garment that ties around the waist and envelops her hourglass figure. It features an asymmetric hem, long sleeves, and a collar that drapes over her shoulders like a shawl, forming a V-neck that reveals a daring black bustier corset dress.
The dress features a see-through, uneven lace skirt adorned with sparkling crystals.
The Fenty Beauty founder, whose net worth is $1.7 billion, sourced her outfit from the Fall/Winter 2002 archives of French fashion designer Christian Lacroix, whose extravagant flair is evident in Rihanna’s ensemble.
Though it may be too much for some, the outfit accentuates Rihanna’s sense of style; it’s simply who she is. After all, she’s attending the Fashion Awards.
Rihanna steals the show in a turquoise fur dress with a corset lace dress underneath from Christian Lacroix’s archival Fall/Winter 2002 collection (Credit: PA Images / INSTARimages)
How Rihanna’s Accessories Completed Her Vintage Glamorous Look
Rihanna is a maximalist at heart, so I wasn’t surprised when she accessorized her ensemble with ostentatious pieces to add to the vintage glamour.
The Barbados National Hero wore black leather opera gloves by Paula Rowan and wrapped her legs in black tights.
But more than that, she gave the ensemble a high-fashion edge by donning an enormous turquoise fur hat from the same Lacroix F/W 2002 collection. Without the hat, I think Rihanna’s outfit would appear rather ordinary.
Rihanna’s accessories didn’t stop there. She also wore diamond jewelry from David Morris, which included a few diamond stud earrings, a diamond chain necklace, and the Le Jardin Wild Flower necklace with pear-shaped diamonds and marquise diamond petals set in 18k white gold.
Rihanna enhances her fur ensemble’s vintage appeal by wearing a matching oversized furry hat from the same Christian Lacroix collection (Credit: Cover Images)
A Closer Look at Rihanna’s Saint Laurent Harlow Pumps
A pair of Saint Laurent Harlow shoes completed Rihanna’s opulent ensemble. They were, in my opinion, the ideal finishing touch for her vintage ensemble!
They are made in Italy from black crepe satin, featuring a square pointed toe and a low-cut vamp with wrapped straps. The sparkling crystal embellishment in the middle is a testament to Saint Laurent’s exquisite craftsmanship and artful details.
Its style is completed with a 4.3-inch flared heel, which adds several inches to Rihanna’s already impressive 5’8” height. These Saint Laurent pumps are available for $1,490 at Net-a-Porter.
Rihanna completes her vintage look with black tights and black Saint Laurent Harlow pumps featuring a crystal in the middle of the wrapped straps (Credit: PA Images / INSTARimages)
To explore more of Rihanna’s iconic footwear choices, discover her bold pairing of J Brand jeans with striking red Saint Laurent ankle-cuff sandals during a 2013 Manchester appearance, and delve into her collaboration with Manolo Blahnik on the ‘Dangerous Denim’ shoe collection.
Additionally, learn about her standout moment wearing Saint Laurent’s ‘Niki’ crystal-embellished boots, which were among the most expensive in 2017. These instances highlight Rihanna’s influential presence in fashion and her penchant for bold shoe statements.
