Which side of the summer shorts debate are you on? Are you Team Itty Bitty with Charli? Big Shorts Brigade? Or a jorts fan like J-Law and Margot Robbie? While everyone’s arguing over shorts, Rihanna keeps it classic in a denim mini-skirt.

The pop star and beauty mogul—spotted leaving the Four Seasons Hotel in New York City with partner A$AP Rocky and their kids on Friday—chose a dark-wash denim skirt with visible inside pockets and raw hems from Danish designer Meryll Rogge (who also designs for Marni). She paired this nostalgic staple with a candy pink Miu Miu track jacket, collar popped (very early 2000s), and her go-to Amina Muaddi snakeskin strappy sandals. (Because whether it’s day or night, red carpet or a quick trip to Giorgio Baldi, you can count on Rihanna wearing some kind of animal print.) Accessories were signature: a gold choker, gold and diamond earrings, and rose-tinted aviator sunglasses.

Her glam was classic Rihanna too—voluminous curls, a blood-red manicure, white pedicure, and a glossy brown lip.

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The denim mini-skirt has been making a slow but steady comeback. It traces back to the second wave of indie sleaze, when brands like Diesel, Miss Sixty, FCUK, and Cheap Monday pushed it the first time around. More recently, Jonathan Anderson included the denim mini in his debut womenswear collection for Dior, and Jenna Ortega wore it faithfully, pairing it with a military jacket-vest from the same era.

Rihanna at Coachella 2012.
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When denim short-shorts were a Rihanna staple.
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But it’s also a wardrobe staple that fits into Rihanna’s own style evolution, where denim plays a big role: denim minis, studded Daisy Dukes, skin-tight drainpipe jeans. No matter what the trend cycle says, Rihanna does her own thing.

Frequently Asked Questions
Here is a list of FAQs about Rihanna bringing back a classic 2000sera look written in a natural tone with clear simple answers

General Style Questions

1 What exactly is this classic 2000sera look everyone is talking about
It refers to a specific style Rihanna wore recently that is a throwback to the early 2000s It typically involves lowrise baggy jeans a tiny top a slickedback bun or small sunglasses and lots of silver jewelry Think Y2K or McBling era fashion

2 Why is everyone making such a big deal about it
Because Rihanna is a major fashion icon When she wears something it instantly becomes a trend Also the 2000s style is having a huge comeback right now so seeing her fully commit to the look is a big deal for fashion fans

3 Which specific outfit did she wear
While shes been spotted in a few looks the most talkedabout one is her pairing of super lowrise baggy jeans with a tiny white tube top a fur coat and dark sunglasses She also wore a slickedback bun and layered silver chains

4 Is this just for celebrities or can a regular person pull off this look
Absolutely anyone can pull it off The key is adapting it to your comfort level You dont need a fur coat You can start with a pair of highwaisted baggy jeans and a simple fitted tank top

5 What are the key pieces I need to recreate this 2000s vibe
You need three main things 1 A pair of lowrise or baggy jeans 2 A tiny top and 3 Chunky accessories like a metallic belt hoop earrings or layered necklaces Finish it off with a slick bun or straight hair with a middle part

Practical Styling Questions

6 Im not comfortable showing my stomach How can I do this look
No problem The spirit of the 2000s look is more about the