She vowed to ‘redefine’ pregnancy fashion with her revealing looks when she was expecting her first child.
And Rihanna has continued to ‘celebrate’ her changing body while pregnant with her second, stepping out in an array of striking ensembles.
The style queen proved she wouldn’t be toning down her looks as she expands her family with A$AP Rocky, who she has been dating since 2020.
The singer, 35, has been proudly showcasing her bump in an array of scantily-clad looks, having previously said she refuses to be ‘ashamed’ of her figure when it is doing ‘incredible things’.
Now, MailOnline takes a look back at some of Rihanna’s most scanty and stylish maternity ensembles.
January 31, 2022: The big reveal
January 31, 2022: Rihanna ensured her first pregnancy announcement was anything but low-key, revealing the news by taking a stroll around Harlem in a bump-flashing ensemble
Rihanna ensured her first pregnancy announcement was anything but low-key, revealing the news by taking a stroll around the freezing streets of Harlem in a bump-flashing ensemble.
The Grammy-winner opted for a bright pink $8,000 vintage Chanel coat, which she wore open from just below her breasts, showing off her pregnant belly.
The star didn’t wear a shirt under her colorful jacket — though temperatures in the city dipped as Winter Storm Kenan blew in with several inches of show — however she did accessorize with a large glitzy body chain that hung over her bump, ensuring all eyes were on her growing stomach.
The star wore light-wash jeans with holes on the knees, which ran several inches too long and dragged on the ground around her.
She topped them with a long but not particularly heavy-looking $8,000 quilted pink Chanel coat from Karl Lagerfeld’s Fall/Winter 1996 collection, made of silk with Gripoix button.
February 9, 2022: Dinner at Giorgio Baldi
February 9, 2022: After causing a stir with her pregnancy reveal outfit, Rihanna ensured her second public look wouldn’t be a let down
After causing a stir with her pregnancy reveal outfit, Rihanna ensured her second public look wouldn’t be a let down.
The singer put her blossoming baby bump on full display in a bralet as she headed for dinner at Giorgio Baldi, layering up with a patchwork fur coat, thought to be vintage Roberto Cavalli.
She teamed the garment with a pair of low slung jeans that she tied at the hem using the straps from her towering snakeprint stiletto heels by Tom Ford.
Adding to the glamour, the Umbrella hitmaker toted an acid wash Christian Dior saddlebag, while she completed the look with a camouflage trucker cap by Awake and gold chains.
February 11, 2022: Fenty Skin photocall
February 11, 2022: The singer looked sensational at The Attico Fenty Beauty and Fenty Skin photocall as she showed off her burgeoning baby bump in a glimmering sequin ensemble
The singer looked sensational at The Attico Fenty Beauty and Fenty Skin photocall as she showed off her burgeoning baby bump in a glimmering sequin ensemble.
The Bajan beauty put her bump on display underneath a stylish shredded glimmering green backless halter top.
The fashion-forward businesswoman paired the look with a pair of pants from the same material, but with a silver and violet hue.
The star added even more glam to her look with an array of beautiful jewels, including large amethyst drop earrings, a stunning silver and violet bracelet, and a multitude of silver rings adorning her fingers.
February 28, 2022: Off-White show at Paris Fashion Week
February 28, 2022: Rihanna proved she didn’t need to flash her bump to turn heads when she attended the Off-White Fall/Winter 2022/2023 show as part of Paris Fashion Week
Rihanna proved she didn’t need to flash her bump to turn heads when she attended the Off-White Fall/Winter 2022/2023 show as part of Paris Fashion Week.
The mother-to-be sizzled in a skintight leather mini dress and a one-of-a-kind DIESEL shearling coat which she teamed with strappy heels.
Rihanna looked like she’d come straight off the runway herself as she paired her racy ensemble with a dainty handbag.
She accessorised with a stack of necklaces and opted for a pair of elegant earrings.
The Pon De Replay hitmaker wore her dark tresses perfectly straightened and opted for a typically glamorous makeup look including a nude lip.
Doting daddy-to-be A$AP, real name Rakim Mayers, opted for a more low-key look in an all-black ensemble.
He cut a dapper figure in a black leather Mercedes bomber jacket and matching trousers. A$AP completed his outfit with workman suede boots, a hoodie and a black T-shirt.
March 1, 2022: Dior show at Paris Fashion Week
March 1, 2022: Rihanna wore her raciest maternity look to date as she attended the Dior Paris Fashion Week show
Rihanna wore her raciest maternity look to date as she attended the Dior Paris Fashion Week show.
She continued to push style boundaries in sheer mesh négligée from new season Dior to the designer’s Womenswear Fall/Winter 2022/2023 showcase.
Daring to wear lingerie as outerwear, Rihanna showed off her pregnancy curves as she prepared to take her seat in the front row.
She put her Savage X Fenty lingerie line to one side as she wore a black lace bra and thong underneath the mesh midi-dress and strategically used a leather trench to cover her derriere.
Adding a boost to her height with shiny knee-high pointed boots, Rihanna oozed confidence in the skin-flashing ensemble.
The Umbrella hitmaker added layers of silver chain jewellery and earrings to complete her look and slicked her hair up in a half up half down hairstyle.
March 12, 2022: Fenty Beauty at ULTA Beauty launch
March 12, 2022: Rihanna looked sensational in silver as she displayed her growing baby bump while attending the launch of Fenty Beauty at ULTA Beauty
Rihanna looked sensational in silver as she displayed her growing baby bump while attending the launch of Fenty Beauty at ULTA Beauty.
She appeared in good spirits at the event where she donned a silver bralet with long sleeves along with a chain around her waist.
The hitmaker also sported a sparkling silver skirt as she cradled her bump and posed for the cameras.
Rihanna styled her locks into an updo for the event and added to her outfit with a pair of diamond earrings.
The star accentual her natural beauty with a light pallet of makeup using products from her Fenty Beauty collection, including the Pro Filt’r Soft Matte Longwear Liquid Foundation, the Match Stix Matte Contour Skinstick, the Diamond Bomb All-Over Diamond Veil, and the Fenty Beauty Slip Shine Sheer Shiny Lipstick.
April 3, 2022: Girls’ night out
April 3, 2022: Fresh from partying at the Oscars, Rihanna was spotted enjoying a late dinner with friends
Fresh from partying at the Oscars, Rihanna was spotted enjoying a late dinner with friends.
She opted to cover her stomach and let her legs do the talking as she opted for a hot pink lace mini-dress at the swanky Giorgio Baldi restaurant.
The textured outfit with spaghetti straps and a plunging neck, clung to the stars blossoming belly.
The dress was fashioned with a pistachio feather trim at the hem, showing off the singers fantastically toned legs.
Grammy Award winner Rihanna held a matching feather clutch along with pointed pistachio heels.
Opting for a glamorous palette of make-up for the evening the talented singer chose a glittery complexion with a pop of colour in a cherry red lip.
April 7, 2022: Dinner at Nobu
April 7, 2022: Even while stepping out solo, Rihanna didn’t let her style standards slip as she grabbed dinner at Nobu
Even while stepping out solo, Rihanna didn’t let her style standards slip as she grabbed dinner at Nobu.
The Umbrella singer stepped out in a matching navy blue ensemble with a Los Angeles Fire Department baseball cap on her head.
She had two elegant diamond necklaces around her neck with matching diamond studded earrings, with a matching blue crop top that showed off her bump.
The singer and actress completed her look with a full length blue maxi skirt and white Adidas sneakers, with a purse slung over her shoulder.
April 9, 2022: Dinner date
April 9, 2022: Rihanna continued to show off more of her stylish maternity looks, as she opted for an open satin blouse to head out for dinner
Rihanna continued to show off more of her stylish maternity looks, as she opted for an open satin blouse to head out for dinner.
The expecting mother’s bare bump was on full display as she stepped out in a pair of tiny pink and white gingham pattered cotton shorts.
The beauty kept comfortable on the night in a pair of laced-up sparkly Nike sneakers.
She teamed the look with a Balenciaga hourglass mini bag which she used as a prop to hide her bump as she walked confidently along the pavement.
The successful businesswoman styled her tressed into a messy bun and had flawlessly applied a full face of makeup to highlight her natural beauty.
She accessorised the look with a diamond encrusted chain and stud earrings while she carried a pair of her oversized sunglasses in her hand.
April 12, 2022: Dinner at The Nice Guy
April 12, 2022: Rihanna’s growing baby bump was back on full display as she ventured out for a dinner date
Rihanna’s growing baby bump was back on full display as she ventured out for a dinner date.
The heavily pregnant singer exposed her belly in a pastel pink bralette and matching low-slung jeans while making her way into popular Hollywood restaurant Nice Guy.
The singer added to her look with a pink faux-fur stole that she draped over her shoulder to add another pop of colour.
She completed the look with a tan coloured bomber jacket while teetering along in pointed stiletto heels.
The pregnant singer, 34, put her baby bump on full display in a silver netted crop top and skirt for dinner with the rapper at Giorgio Baldi.
April 23, 2022: Making a statement
April 23, 2022: Rihanna and A$AP Rocky put on a united front as they were seen for the first time since his recent arrest during an outing in Los Angeles
Rihanna and A$AP Rocky put on a united front as they were seen for the first time since his recent arrest during an outing in Los Angeles.
The rapper – born Rakim Athelaston Mayers – was arrested by the Los Angeles Police Department just days before in connection with a November 2021 shooting in Hollywood.
Yet Rihanna proved she wouldn’t be keeping a low-profile on their outing as she displayed her growing baby bump in a black bra and a matching pair of shorts with a sequinned detail.
The singer also wore a white open shirt for the evening, which she paired with a black jacket.
Adding height to her frame with a pair of black open-toed heels, the fashion designer let her locks fall loose down her shoulders.
Rocky opted for a laid back look as he sported a a dark grey hoodie with a white floral print and a matching pair of jeans.
The rapper also wore a multi-coloired bejwelled belt along with a grey T-shirt and a pair of black trainers.
May 8, 2022: Mother’s Day celebrations
May 8, 2022: To mark Mother’s Day in the US, the soon-to-be-mother was dressed to impress in a racy ensemble which showcased her pregnant midsection
To mark Mother’s Day in the US, the soon-to-be-mother was dressed to impress in a racy ensemble which showcased her pregnant midsection.
Rihanna sparkled in a see-through silver netted spaghetti strap crop top, paired with a matching mini skirt.
The Diamonds singer wore a baby blue satin-y bralette beneath with matching bottoms, adding sparkling stilleto heels.
The gorgeous brunette rocked a statement silver choker with a dark gray furry stole and a Balenciaga silver handbag.
Rihanna pulled her brunette tresses back with several face framing pieces loose, opting for shimmery eye makeup and glossy pink lips.
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