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Rihanna’s status as a style icon is undeniable. From her love of fresh-off-the-runway pieces to her artfully styled Instagram updates, no one delivers a look the way she can. While it is endlessly amusing to chart the progression of her wardrobe or await her latest Internet-breaking outfit, there are times when admiring from afar just won’t cut it. Everyone wants an opportunity to unleash their inner diva, but without access to stylists or a connection to designers, is it even possible?
The answer is yes—capturing Rihanna’s iconic looks doesn’t take a pop star’s budget or a dream team behind the scenes. Sure, having a Mel Ottenberg or Jahleel Weaver at your disposal helps, but with a little ingenuity, even Rih’s most dramatic looks can be re-created in affordable fashion. Don’t have a lavender Molly Goddard gown in your closet or a Gucci balaclava? Don’t sweat it! Here, a guide to being a bad gal on a budget—because style is an attitude, not a price tag.
Watch Rihanna’s Epic 10-Minute Guide to Going Out Makeup: