Fashion

Looking Back At Rihanna's "Pon de Replay" Style From 2005

We thank Rihanna for blessing us with her presence 15 years ago.

by Erika Harwood

In 2005, a young girl from Barbados released "Pon de Replay." We didn't know it at the time, but Rihanna would soon become our everything. In honor of her first single's 15th anniversary, let's take a look back at her 2005 style and how to recreate it.

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Cropped sweater? Check. Low-rise jeans? Check. Welcome back to 2005.

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HOOK & EYE CARDIGAN
Joah Brown

Your stomach may be cold, but your arms will stay warm.

$86
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AE Skater Jean
American Eagle

Low-rise, baggy jeans are a far cry from today's denim, but they're worth going back to in the name of Rihanna.

$52.46
$69.95
See on American Eagle

Rihanna was a fan of the cropped sequined shawl, wearing one in the "Pon de Replay" video and on the red carpet.

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Madeleine Sequin Top
For Love & Lemons

Sadly, the shawls have fallen out of favor over the past 15 years, but this very glittery top is a good substitute.

$74
$163
See on Revolve
Remy High Rise Straight
Agolde

You can never go wrong with white denim.

$168
See on Revolve
DRUZY BODY CHAIN
Wren + Glory

Yes, it's time to bring out ye olde body chain.

$42
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If you're going to wear a white button-up shirt, you might as well make it cropped.

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Tamia Mini Skirt
superdown

This iridescent mini skirt is A+ for summer.

$26
$52
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Drapey Oversized Boyshirt in Pure White
Madewell

A classic white shirt you can choose to wear down or cropped.

$72
See on Madewell
18k Gold + Sterling Silver Plated Large Hoop Earring
Urban Outfitters

The bigger the hoops, the better.

$20
See on Urban Outfitters

Want more throwback fashion inspiration? We looked at the style evolutions of Gwen Stefani, Karen O, and St. Vincent, and recreated some of their best looks.

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