I’ll just be over here in my sweatpants

Cardi B is a red-carpet QUEEN. I mean, she really knows how to pull of any look, no matter how bizarre, and she basically turns any out-there ensemble into art (remember *that* clam-inspired dress?). She’s had so many jaw-dropping style moments, we need to dedicate a whole slideshow to them, naturally. There are archival pieces, plunging necklines, colorful pantsuits, and lots and lots of feathers to cover so let’s get started! Here, 35 photos of Cardi B’s outfit that show off her epic, daring style.

September 2016

Wow, this black two-piece look! Cardi wore this ‘fit at the LaQuan Smith fashion presentation wayyy back in 2016.

December 2016

Yes to these amazing flatform sneakers. She also wore a floral mini with a pussybow detail for a romantic contrast at the premiere of America’s Next Top Model.

February 2017

Just Cardi casually strolling around New York City in winter in a silver bodysuit, pink coat, and strappy heels, nothing to see here.

August 2017

She performed “Bodak Yellow” at the 2017 VMAs and wore a custom Christian Siriano ensemble with a cape and cone-like bustier to make an unforgettable appearance before the show.

August 2017

At Streetz Fest 2K17, she donned a graffiti-inspired one-piece performing at Lakewood Amphitheatre in Atlanta.

September 2017

Talk about a Cinderella moment! The rapper wore this pale blue off-the-shoulder gown to The Diamond Ball hosted by Rihanna in New York City.

June 2017

At the ’17 BET Awards, she wowed in this plunging blazer and matching red pants, completing the monochromatic ‘fit with a clutch and sparkly heels.

September 2017

At the Fenty x Puma fashion show, she donned this amazing cropped puffer jacket with huge sleeves over a polo shirt and denim shorts. The white accessories pulled the whole retro look off.

October 2017

Backstage at the BET Hip Hop awards, she went all out with a multicolored striped floor-length coat, red shades, and sparkly two-strap stilettos.

January 2018

The singer donned this straight-up angelic dress, designed by Ashi Studio, on the Grammy red carpet. She was nominated for Rap Song and Rap Performance for her breakout hit “Bodak Yellow.”

February 2018

Sitting front row at the Christian Siriano runway show, she wore this electric-green pant suit with a fluffy shawl and two-toned sunnies.

February 2018

Touching her sunglasses seems to be a signature move? Continuing her fashion week circuit, she wore this belted maxi dress featuring ruffled aqua sleeves to the Marc Jacobs runway show.

She performed on Saturday Night Live, and while singing “Be Careful” did a dramatic reveal with the camera to confirm her pregnancy(!!!) in this tight-fitting ruched white gown.

April 2018

In Vegas, Cardi made an appearance wearing this form-fitting pink dress with sequin sleeves.

August 2018

Another year, another incredible VMA red carpet outfit. This time she went with this magenta ruched number, matching heels, and striking emerald jewelry. Oh, and she took home THREE awards that night: New Artist, Song of the Summer, and Collaboration.

September 2018

At the Harper’s Bazaar Icons event, she went with this red ruffled dress with statement jewelry. (And yes, it was the same night she got into a physical altercation with Nicki Minaj.)

September 2018

At the Billboard 2018 R&B Hip-Hop Power Players event, she was a showstopper in this green Saks Potts coat, aqua hair, and hoop earrings.

September 2018

In a head-to-toe Michael Costello outfit featuring a circular hat and black printed dress with a thigh-high slit, Cardi stunned at Paris fashion week.

September 2018

Performing at the Etam lingerie fashion show in Paris, Cardi wore a purple pantsuit by Christian Cowan with giant lavender feathers along the lapel.

October 2018

She brought the drama to the American Music Awards in this floral headpiece and coordinating bustier gown. She took home awards for “Finesse” and “Bodak Yellow.”

February 2019

Yes, we’ve finally arrived to the seashell portion of this fashion gallery. Cardi literally dropped jaws (mine included) when she showed up in this aquatic Thierry Mugler archive piece, complete with pearl details at the waist, neck, and in her hair.

February 2019

After the red carpet, she wore another vintage Mugler look, which was this leopard-printed bodysuit and feathered piece while performing “Money.”

May 2019

In a bright yellow two-piece look reminiscent of Cher, Cardi posed in the red carpet at the Billboard music awards.

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May 2019

For last year’s Met Gala, she went all out on the “Camp” theme with this Thom Browne designed red gown with feathered shoulders and a coordinating headpiece.

May 2019

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And here is another pic that gives the full outfit justice, because just look at that TRAIN.

August 2019

At the premiere of Hustlers, the rapper (who made a cameo in the flick) wore this mesmerizing vintage Jean Paul Gaultier midi dress with shield sunnies and lace-up gold heels.

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September 2019

Cardi really goes for it during fashion week and the proof is this incredible Thom Browne bustier blazer, skirt, and giant briefcase.

September 2019

Here she is wearing another plunging blazer, this time with super lacy knee-length shorts and black pumps while out in Paris.

September 2019

Another! Amazing! Fashion! Week! Look! This all-purple ‘fit looks incredible on her, no?

September 2019

She loves herself a trend. This animal-print get-up even had spotted furry glasses with it.

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October 2019

At the Chanel fashion show, she wore a tweed pantsuit, houndstooth coat, and coordinating hat and looked like pure elegance.

October 2019

Why pick just one color when you can choose two? She nailed the two-tone trend in this leather pant suit designed by Sally LaPointe.

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January 2020

Continuing her Mugler streak, she wore another one of his designs to the Grammy Awards in January. This one had see-through mesh with sparkly embellishments and a stunning neckpiece.

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January 2020

And for the pre-party? This hot pink gown with a dramatic plunge and cutout by Nicolas Jebran. It was basically impossible to miss at the event.

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