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Rihanna’s pijama core is the inspiration you need for cozy fall night outs

She’s been championing the look for over a decade

BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - JUNE 28 : Rihanna pictured at the red carpet during the global premiere of the movie Smurfs on June 28, 2025 in Brussels, Belgium, 28/06/2025 ( Photo by Jan De Meuleneir / Photonews via Getty Images)

AUGUST 20, 2025 9:44 AM EDTAUG 20, 2025, 9:44 AM EDT

Rihanna has never followed fashion rules. And nothing proves that more than her long-running love for pajama-inspired looks. Whether she’s walking a red carpet, stepping out in New York at midnight, or embracing maternity style, Rihanna has turned the cozy bedroom essential into a high-fashion statement.

Let’s dive into how she’s made pajama-core her own, and why her latest maternity take feels like the perfect full-circle moment.

Maternity Pajama Glow

In her recent street style outing, Rihanna leaned into comfort and elegance with striped button-down pajamas in blush and cream. She elevated the look with layered jewelry, chic sunglasses, nude heels, and a silk scarf tied around her head. With her hand resting gently on her baby bump, she turned what could’ve been loungewear into a celebration of ease and confidence.

Pajamas on the Red Carpet

This isn’t Rihanna’s first pajama moment in the spotlight. She’s been championing the look for over a decade.

Blue Metallic Suit (2012, “Battleship” Premiere)

TOKYO, JAPAN - APRIL 03: Actress/ singer Rihanna attends the 'Battleship' World premier at Yoyogi National Gymnasium on April 3, 2012 in Tokyo, Japan. The film will open on April 13 in Japan. (Photo by Jun Sato/WireImage)

A shimmering pajama set cinched with a belt, proving satin and shine can hold their own on the red carpet. The metallics elevated the cozy silhouette into a couture-worthy look.

Barclays Center (2012)

NEW YORK, NY - SEPTEMBER 27: Rihanna attends the grand opening of the 40/40 Club at Barclays Center on September 27, 2012 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. (Photo by Johnny Nunez/WireImage)

She chose a cream-printed pajama set paired with red lipstick and sleek pixie hair, blurring the lines between bedroom chic and party-ready.

Night Out in Pajama Glam

Rihanna has also embraced pajama-core during her nightlife adventures.

Pink Satin with Lace (2015)

NEW YORK, NY - JULY 18: Singer Rihanna is seen outside "Recording Studio in Midtown" July 18, 2015 in New York City. (Photo by Raymond Hall/GC Images)

She paired a pink silky pajama set with a lace bralette and robe, accessorizing with fluffy sandals and a wine glass in hand. It felt playful, daring, and very “Rihanna after dark.”

Floral Kimono Pajamas (2015)

NEW YORK, NY - AUGUST 29: Rihanna is seen on August 29, 2015 in New York City. (Photo by XPX/Star Max/GC Images)

A silver-and-orange floral printed robe and pants, styled with metallic heels, gave her a bold, luxurious take on the trend.

Satin Shirt Dress with Feather Cuffs (2017)

NEW YORK, NY - MAY 01: Rihanna seen out in Manhattan on May 1, 2017 in New York City. (Photo by Robert Kamau/GC Images)

Perhaps one of her most playful pajama-inspired looks, Rihanna wore a satin shirt dress trimmed with feathery cuffs, styled with oversized sunglasses and a jeweled clutch. It was drama-meets-cozy, in true RiRi fashion.

Why Rihanna’s Pajama Style Works

Rihanna’s pajamas stand out because they balance ease with glamour. She plays with textures—silk, satin, lace, and cotton—while styling them with unexpected accessories: diamonds, heels, statement sunglasses, or even lingerie peeking through.

The result is always a reminder that fashion doesn’t have to be uncomfortable to be powerful.

Pajama-Core as Empowerment

Rihanna shows that comfort and style aren’t mutually exclusive by embracing pajama dressing during pregnancy. Her maternity look feels like a natural continuation of her fashion philosophy of wearing what feels good, owning it with confidence, and letting accessories do the rest.

So, the next time you think twice about stepping out in a silky pajama set, remember that Rihanna already did it and made it iconic.