Another year has come and gone. So it’s only right that we look back and give flowers to the celebs that kept us in awe of their looks all year. The ones who pushed us to be bolder, brighter, to take risks — and most importantly, to have fun with our wardrobe.
Here are 15 celebrities that slayed all of 2022.
Rihanna
Rihanna single-handedly redefined maternity fashion with just her pregnancy reveal alone. Strutting through the cold winter streets of NYC with a belly chain, bright pink puffer jacket, and a flawless beat? Yes, that’s only something Rihanna could pull off.
The mother-to-be changed the way we view Instagram reveals as well, as Rih Rih chose to sport a casual football jersey for hers.
PREGANT RIHANNA IS GLOWING OMDJDKSJS pic.twitter.com/wSL3mjokjv
— ty (@taeyongsticker) January 31, 2022
Beyoncé
No one was going to say no to the 41-year-old music legend instructing us to “release our jobs” on ‘BREAK MY SOUL” earlier this year. Just like no one was going to deny the amazing looks Beyoncé served up for the rollout and release of her latest album Renaissance — the reign of Queen Bey will never end!
act i RENAISSANCE 7.29 https://t.co/6sfw3sBWnz pic.twitter.com/FPPhEW1OTK
— BEYONCÉ (@Beyonce) June 30, 2022
— BEYONCÉ (@Beyonce) July 29, 2022
Nicki Minaj
Fans were left in a frenzy when Nicki Minaj popped out in this green Hanifa Official coat, Roberto Cavalli bodysuit, and Paris Texas skirt and boots. Prior to that, Minaj also served up her signature Barbie style in the “Blick Blick” music video alongside Coi Leray.
#NickiMinaj spotted wearing #Hanifa FW22 Zahra Faux Leather Coat . #WhatWouldJaikoWear pic.twitter.com/nxs30fbZFR
— Jaiko Magazine ® (@JaikoMagazine) October 30, 2022
Maturing is realizing this is Nicki Minaj’s best feature verse this year. pic.twitter.com/b6rWfWkeRO
— 𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗔𝗝𝗝 (𝗙𝗮𝗻 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁) (@NATEMARAJJ) December 22, 2022
Lori Harvey
The pilates industry definitely has Lori Harvey to thank after the 25-year-old stepped on the Met Gala carpet. And revealed the fitness activity to be the secret behind her steel abs. Since then, Harvey hasn’t taken her foot off our necks — I mean, who else could dress up as Beyoncé for Halloween and not miss a beat?
‘Way To Shine Babygirl’: Michael B. Jordan Raves About Lori Harvey’s First Met Gala Appearance https://t.co/Oc01ZxcqxI pic.twitter.com/6DL0tA6PJy
— WBMN Groovin’ 24/7 (@RadioBlackOn) May 4, 2022
All 4 Beyoncé looks Lori Harvey recreated for Halloween. pic.twitter.com/KzCMaitx92
— Lori Harvey Looks (@loriharveylooks) November 1, 2022
Lori Harvey recreated Beyonce´s Kitty Cat look. pic.twitter.com/AfWllw3XhK
— Lori Harvey Looks (@loriharveylooks) November 1, 2022
Mary J. Blige
At 51 years old, songstress Mary J Blige is looking finer than ever and feeling “amazing.” Just look at that birthday dress — need we say more?
Mary J Blige steps out without in a see-through figure-hugging dress as she continues celebrating her 51st birthday https://t.co/1CQiH6Yw1z pic.twitter.com/0COGhnh6Mh
— Linda Ikeji Blog (@lindaikeji) January 18, 2022
Ashanti
Ashanti’s spicy bikini pictures have definitely sparked some conversation among her former boos and internet users alike. And for good reason. At 42 years old, the “Baby” singer still looks exactly as she did 20 years ago — talk about fine wine!
RT @TheShadeRoom: Yesss Ashanti out here serving bawdy per usual 😍🔥 pic.twitter.com/87taHPQEkQ > ❤️
— ASHANTI (@ashanti) December 7, 2022
We are doing “Then and Now” on Millennium Internet Radio. Listen to one artist songs from the early 2000’s and now 20-21. This “Then and Now” is spotlighting @ashanti. Then- Baby and Now- 235 (I Want You). https://t.co/8pusQ3SS48 pic.twitter.com/enub2WYN4O
— Millennium Internet Radio (@MillenniumInte6) February 3, 2021
Ciara
Ciara inspired everyone to cut their hair into a short bob, dye it brown and rock a cheetah print dress when she appeared at Billboard’s Women In Music Awards. The 37-year-old also inspired us to stick to our fitness regimens with this second slay earlier this month.
.@Ciara attends Billboard Women In Music at YouTube Theater in Inglewood, California on March 2, 2021. 🇺🇸
📸: Amy Sussman/GettyImages. #BBWomenInMusic pic.twitter.com/6lPXsYc0vX
— CardiBMexico (@iamkatie1312) March 3, 2022
XO🖤 pic.twitter.com/yntOvaF59r
— Ciara (@ciara) December 9, 2022
Lizzo
Lizzo stole Halloween when she surprised the internet with her Chrisean Rock costume. No one could have done a better job.
RESPECTFULLY pic.twitter.com/bjiIkG5SIX
— FOLLOW @YITTY (@lizzo) October 28, 2022
😁😁😁😁 thank you @houstonfunplex pic.twitter.com/LQZEzi10yh
— FOLLOW @YITTY (@lizzo) October 28, 2022
Issa Rae
Issa Rae looked absolutely stunning when she made her way to the NAACP awards in February. Rae stole the show as the talk of the ‘net and belle of the ball.
Gorgeous! https://t.co/zX7y8NYu85
— NAACP Image Awards® (@naacpimageaward) February 27, 2022
Lupita Nyong’o
Lupita Nyong’o will no longer have to walk the red carpet alone. In fact, it’s only right for the star who always serves up a red carpet slay to have the right partner by her side. Nyong’o, we say, has definitely found hers.
“Nós simplesmente demos um click”
(Lupita Nyong’o via Instagram). pic.twitter.com/CIsxvOOTAq
— Lupita Nyong’o Brasil | Fã Site (@NyongoBrasil) December 23, 2022
🖤🙅🏿♀️ #WakandaForever: LA Premiere 🙅🏿♀️🖤#BlackPanther pic.twitter.com/0KiBpwB4kB
— Lupita Nyong’o (@Lupita_Nyongo) October 28, 2022
Jayda Cheaves
We love a woman who marches to the beat of her own drum when it comes to fashion. And Jayda Cheaves is definitely that woman. After all, how else are trends started?
Jayda is making that fashion icon status 👸🏽 pic.twitter.com/0IghhRw9qr
— nmimaginarystylist (@nmendedurfav) December 6, 2022
Latto
From lavish birthday parties to the stage to the red carpet, Latto never fails to deliver.
Area 24 👽🛸💗🐐♑️🥳 pic.twitter.com/SkNMmtHy5P
— BIG LATTO 🎰 (@Latto) December 21, 2022
Madison Square Garden waddup ✨✨✨ #SpecialTour pic.twitter.com/GndO6wNUUn
— BIG LATTO 🎰 (@Latto) October 3, 2022
The way I be killing sht I need interrogated 🔪 pic.twitter.com/gGZ5209ml4
— BIG LATTO 🎰 (@Latto) August 30, 2022
Chloe Bailey
Chloe Bailey has fearlessly owned her sexy this year. This 24-year-old is living life on her terms, being fearless in her skin, and inspiring us all to do the same.
MERRY CHLOE🧑🎄❤️!! pic.twitter.com/ykXgzDjrzX
— Chloe’s Son (@killmonger781) December 21, 2022
you thought i was feelin you?? pic.twitter.com/bnoIeFinOl
— Chlöe (@ChloeBailey) October 10, 2022
Yung Miami
As much as Yung Miami has stayed the topic of conversation this year — she’s also stayed in her bag, popping out with look after look. Whether it’s for the stage or for the streets, Caresha slays.
I LOVE WHEN I GO PINK💖💖 pic.twitter.com/qmQcK6sV1y
— Yung Miami (@YungMiami305) October 8, 2022
https://t.co/S8Gsa9PEeU pic.twitter.com/eBkgnsFrKy
— Yung Miami (@YungMiami305) December 9, 2022
JT
JT redefined birthday shoots with her latest one. From the beach blonde, bleached eyebrows, whipped creme ensemble, and cake on the side — what else is really missing?
— J🫖🪄 (@ThegirlJT) December 3, 2022
