What did Rihanna wear at the CFDA Awards 2025? Her postpartum look decoded

What did Rihanna wear at the CFDA Awards 2025? Her postpartum look decoded (Image via Getty)
What did Rihanna wear at the CFDA Awards 2025? Her postpartum look decoded (Image via Getty)

Rihanna appeared on the red carpet at the 2025 CFDA Awards in New York City, marking her first appearance since giving birth to her third baby, daughter Rocki Irish. Her boyfriend, A$AP Rocky, was awarded the Fashion Icon Award at the event.

The singer, who described her outfit as a 'postpartum-forward' outfit, sported a mixture of comfortable, strong and confident style. It was her first big fashion moment since she became a mother of three.


What was Rihanna’s outfit at the 2025 CFDA Awards?

2025 CFDA Awards - Arrivals - Source: Getty
2025 CFDA Awards - Arrivals - Source: Getty

Rihanna was in a black Alaïa trench coat from the spring/summer 2026 line. The long coat was also worn full-length and belted at the waist, and over a black turtleneck. She combined it with white draped trousers and heels.

The decision to go with Alaïa was noteworthy. The brand is also associated with harmonious design and body-conforming lines. The dress worn by Rihanna seemed to represent that style. She looked very elegant and composed as she appeared with A$AP Rocky on the red carpet.

She called her appearance 'postpartum-forward,' which is an indication that she is maintaining her unique approach to style and highlighting and embracing her motherhood through it.

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How did she style her hair and makeup for the event?

Rihanna kept her hair simple and sleek, with a clean and polished finish that framed her face. The hairstyle suited the structured outfit and stayed consistent with the “timeless” look she was going for.

Her makeup was minimal and clean. She chose neutral tones that highlighted her features. The base was soft and dewy, her lips carried a nude tint, and her eyes were lightly defined.

This kind of makeup was in line with the rest of her outfit: simple and elegant. She let her natural glow take center stage. The fresh and understated style worked well with her postpartum theme. The look also reflected the current direction of her Fenty Beauty brand, which promotes natural finishes and self-expression through simplicity.


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Edited by Deebakar