If you've ever been pregnant, you probably know that maternity style isn't all we'd hoped it would be. Sure, the jeans and leggings are comfy with that extra baby bump panel, but as far as fashion goes? Let's just say it isn't always a top priority. But where Rihanna and her pregnancy are concerned, style is a given. It might be because she herself is a fashion guru (or simply because this is Rihanna we're talking about), but she's changing the maternity wear game — and it seems she only just announced her pregnancy publicly.
From rocking straight-up lingerie to Paris Fashion Week to making sure whatever she wears highlights (and sometimes flat-out showcases) her baby bump in the perfect way, Rihanna has stayed true to herself, even while dressing her growing belly. There's no doubt that her outfits during this time are going to influence maternity style forever. Who wouldn't want to take a page out of the book of Fenty, especially in this department?
Here are Rihanna's best maternity looks so far. We can't see what else she has up her sleeve.
The Big Reveal
We always knew that if Rihanna ever announced a pregnancy, she'd do it big, and she definitely didn't let us down. The way we found out she was expecting? When she debuted her bump in January 2022 wearing this outfit while taking a walk around New York City with boyfriend A$AP Rocky. Yeah, that'll get people talking!
Fringe Benefits
Anytime Rihanna has ever stepped out on the carpet, she's always brought her A-game, but that's especially true since she's been pregnant. Drab maternity clothes who? She killed it in this fringed look, which included ombré pants and offered a peek at her beautiful baby bump.
All Laced Up
The name of the game when it comes to Rihanna's pregnancy style has always been about showing off her bump, and boy, did she accomplish that with this look. We can't guarantee how comfortable she was wearing it, but she looked good in this lace-up top and black jacket, complete with gold chains around her neck.
A True Statement Coat
If Rihanna was trying to make sure all eyes were on her, with this outfit, she definitely accomplished that goal. Once again, her bump was on full display, but hopefully she was able to keep warm with that furry coat. And can we talk about those shoes? Amazing.
Rocking Milan Fashion Week
Being pregnant isn't stopping Rihanna from enjoying fashion weeks in Europe. When she stepped out in Milan, she wore this black dress with a fluffy purple coat that matched her eyeshadow. Mama is looking hot — and considering what a big part of her life fashion is, of course she'd want to go all out.
Nude on a New Level
Some might call them Rihanna and Rocky, but someone soon is going to start calling them Mom and Dad — and they're making the most of this pre-baby time together. Here they are together at Paris Fashion Week, where Rihanna wasn't too shy at all to wear a formfitting dress that really made that bump pop.
Bright Baby Blues
Try to name a cooler pregnant lady — no, seriously, we'll wait. Rihanna wore this jumpsuit in an electrifying blue color, even matching her sunglasses to her outfit. Let's make sure to stop and appreciate the cutout detail, which seems made for her baby bump. It's the perfect way to showcase her growing belly.
All Bundled Up
"I can't stand me …" Rihanna captioned this Instagram photo, but many of her fans probably can't relate to that statement. Here, she's wearing a hoodie, jeans, thigh-high boots, and a matching coat. This look is a bit more accessible to the rest of us (if we don't think about how much those boots must have cost her).
Showing It All Off
Rihanna did not come to play when she attended Paris Fashion Week. In this sheer all-black look, she somehow makes lingerie look like high fashion (and when it comes to Fenty, it totally is). This might be one of this mom-to-be's best (and most-talked-about) maternity looks.
Keeping It Casual
Though Rihanna isn't necessarily making a fashion statement here, it's important to include the very first time she showed off her bump on social media. Even keeping things casual in an oversized jersey while letting her bump peek out is a true fashion moment when RiRi is involved.
Flawless in Fenty
This is what a working mom-to-be looks like! Rihanna went all out for the launch of her Fenty line at Ulta, and even if she wasn't covered in sparkles, she still would have stood out. That belly chain is like accessorizing her baby before they're born!
Shopping for Baby Clothes
In these paparazzi pics, Rihanna was snapped shopping for baby clothes, and making the same face most of us do when we see something as adorable as this tiny trench coat! Here, she's wearing drawstring pants and a button-down shirt left open to show off her bump — casual, yet stylish.
Spotted at Target
Only Rihanna would look this good for a trip to Target! Fans were probably surprised to see RiRi checking out the baby clothes there, but she still dressed to impress, pairing a colorful hoodie and miniskirt with a pair of sky-high heels. With Rihanna, it's never just a trip to Target, is it?
Oscars Glam
Rihanna once again put her gorgeous baby bump in the spotlight when she got glammed up to attend Jay-Z's annual Oscars Gold Party. She looked absolutely fierce in this all-black Valentino Haute Couture look, featuring a sheer organza blouse and liquid looking sequined skirt. If she was going to get people talking about anything else but Will Smith after the awards show, this would be the outfit to do it!
