sharp tailoring

Rihanna rivals Jennifer Lopez’s power-suit reign with her latest Parisian look

Rihanna’s accessories made sure this was anything but standard business attire

SEPTEMBER 22, 2026 5:30 PM EDTSEP 22, 2026, 5:30 PM EDT

Rihanna knows exactly how to make concert dressing feel like a full-fledged fashion event. The singer and Fenty mogul attended Céline Dion’s September 16 concert in France wearing a midnight-blue Tom Ford suit that delivered sharp tailoring with a distinctly Rihanna twist.

Instead of styling the pinstriped suit with a traditional shirt, Rihanna wore a black lace bra underneath the blazer, then added snakeskin pumps and one seriously sparkling Dior bag.

Rihanna was spotted leaving César restaurant in Paris after attending Céline Dion's concert.

Rihanna was among the famous faces attending the second performance of Dion’s Paris-area residency at Plénitude Arena in Nanterre. After the concert, the 38-year-old star was photographed heading out for a late-night meal at César in Paris, giving photographers a closer look at her outfit.

Rihanna Wears a Midnight-Blue Tom Ford Suit to Céline Dion’s Concert

Rihanna’s Tom Ford look centered on a dark navy pinstriped blazer and coordinating wide-leg trousers. The jacket featured strong shoulders and double-breasted detailing, bringing a classic menswear influence to the nighttime outfit.

The singer and businesswoman wore a dark navy pinstripe suit featuring a double-breasted blazer and matching wide-leg trousers.

Underneath, Rihanna skipped the expected button-down or blouse and wore a black lace bra. The lingerie styling broke up the formality of the tailoring and turned the suit into a more relaxed evening look.

It is also a styling formula that fits naturally into Rihanna’s wardrobe. She has repeatedly mixed lingerie-inspired pieces with oversized tailoring, dresses and streetwear rather than reserving them strictly for underneath clothing. The singer has previously incorporated visible bralettes into both pregnancy and date-night looks.

Rihanna’s Sequin-Fringe Lady Dior Bag Stole the Spotlight

Rihanna carried a silver Lady Dior bag covered in cascading sequin fringe from Dior’s Cruise 2027 collection. The metallic bag introduced movement and shine against the much darker Tom Ford suit.

She styled the tailored ensemble with snake-print pointed-toe stilettos, narrow black sunglasses, a sparkling silver handbag and a visible black lace bralette.

The accessory was especially notable because the Cruise 2027 version had not yet reached stores when Rihanna carried it, according to Page Six.

It was also a fitting Dior moment for the occasion. Dion herself has incorporated Dior into the fashion story surrounding her return to the stage, while Rihanna has maintained a highly visible relationship with the French fashion house.

Rihanna continued the maximalist approach below the ankle. She wore pointed snakeskin pumps, with reports identifying the shoes as Amina Muaddi. She also accessorized with dark sunglasses, diamond jewelry and rings. A bright red lip brought another shot of color to the midnight-blue and black outfit.

The fashion moment came during a significant run of performances for Céline Dion.

Rihanna attended Dion’s September 16 show at Plénitude Arena in Nanterre, part of the singer’s highly anticipated return to live performance following years away from full concerts. Dion had disclosed her stiff-person syndrome diagnosis in 2022, which led her to step away from touring.

Rihanna rivals Jennifer Lopez’s power-suit reign

Riri's look rivals Jennifer Lopez’s latest workwear reign. Lopez has attended several meetings and events wearing pinstripe blazers and pantsuit.

She completes the look with a small black Dolce & Gabbana bag.

She wears a grey pinstripe blazer dress with a white collar and polka dot bow tie detail, paired with a metallic floral-print midi skirt, shield sunglasses and Saint Laurent Lee Patent Leather Slingback Pumps in brown.