Rihanna reveals third pregnancy at the 2025 Met Gala: Every bold maternity look worn by the star across three bumps
When it comes to the rules of maternity fashion, few celebrities have recalibrated public expectations quite like Rihanna. Bold, unapologetic—and above all—stylish, the multi-hyphenate star’s approach to pregnancy style has cemented her as one of the most influential fashion figures of her generation.
Today, just as the 2025 Met Gala buzz hit fever pitch, Rihanna debuted her growing baby bump outside The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel. While partner and Met Gala co-chair Asap Rocky departed for his duties, Rihanna entered the storied hotel in a fitted, grey ribbed two-piece set by Miu Miu. The crop top and pencil skirt ensemble clung elegantly to her visible bump and was paired with tonal knee-high socks and heels—a calculated and stylish reveal we’ve come to expect from the business mogul.
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Rihanna debuts baby bump in Miu Miu outside The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel (Photo: Instagram / @diggzy)
Later, Rihanna interpreted the gala’s Tailored for You theme in an imaginative take on power dressing with a custom Marc Jacobs look. The three-piece outfit featured a structured corset top and striped wool skirt, topped off with a dramatic oversized hat.
Asap Rocky confirmed the news on the Met Gala red carpet with a brief comment to the press: “I’m glad everybody’s happy for us because we’re definitely happy.”
Rihanna at the 2025 Met Gala in custom Marc Jacobs
Across all three pregnancies, Rihanna has stayed true to a singular philosophy: the bump is not something to hide. Rather, it’s something to dress up, with intent, confidence, and couture. Rejecting the traditionally modest and concealing silhouettes of maternity wear, Rihanna chooses to showcase, rather than obscure, the pregnant body. Whether through sheer fabrics, open silhouettes, belly chains, or crop tops, she’s redefining maternity style on her own terms.
Keep scrolling for a retrospective of Rihanna’s most iconic maternity looks over the years.
The original announcement
Rihanna in vintage Chanel (Photo: Instagram / @diggzy)
Rihanna revealed her first pregnancy in January 2022 with a now-iconic street-style photoshoot in Harlem. Wearing low-rise ripped jeans and an unbuttoned vintage pink puffer coat from Chanel’s autumn 1996 collection, she exposed her midriff adorned with a vintage Chanel chain belt and a bejewelled crucifix.
Oversized fur in Milan
Rihanna at the Gucci autumn-winter 2022 show during Milan Fashion Week
A month after the official reveal, Rihanna stepped out in head-to-toe Gucci for the brand’s autumn-winter 2022 presentation. The singer showed off her bump in a latex crop top and low-slung trousers paired with an oversized purple faux fur coat. She complemented her bold ensemble with a Cleopatra-esque metal headpiece pulled from Gucci’s pre-autumn 2022 collection.
Goth maternity lingerie
Rihanna at the Dior Womenswear autumn-winter 2022 show during Paris Fashion Week
At the Dior autumn-winter 2022 show as part of Paris Fashion Week, Rihanna arrived in a black sheer lace négligée by the maison worn over lingerie, complemented by a leather cape and patent knee-high boots.
Viral crystal Miu Miu set
Rihanna dons the viral crystal Miu Miu crop and miniskirt combo on date night (Photo: Instagram / @hautelemode)
A maternity take on the iconic mini-skirt Miu Miu set, Rihanna was spotted in a crystal-clad mesh crop top and belted miniskirt ensemble for date night. She paired the risqué look with towering Christian Louboutin heels and a sparkly Balenciaga purse.
Fenty Beauty celebration
Rihanna celebrating Fenty Beauty & Fenty Skin at Goya Studios
At the beauty mogul’s Fenty Eau de Parfum launch, Rihanna accentuated her baby bump with a custom The Attico green and lilac shredded sequin halter and pants combo that ensured all eyes were on her.
Super Bowl LVII reveal
Rihanna performs at halftime during Super Bowl LVII between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs
Alluding to her second pregnancy, Rihanna commanded the Super Bowl stage in a custom red Loewe flight suit layered under a glossy red Alaïa puffer coat. The monochrome look was unzipped mid-performance to reveal her growing belly, and she officially announced her pregnancy after the show.
Bondage-inspired Alaïa at the 2023 Oscars
Rihanna attends the 95th Annual Academy Awards
Fresh off her Super Bowl halftime debut, Rihanna was up for her first-ever nomination at the 2023 Oscars. She wore a bump-baring custom Alaïa gown, which featured a dark brown leather bandeau and cut-out skirt layered over a sheer bodysuit.
Dripping in jewels for the Oscars performance
Rihanna performs onstage during the 95th Annual Academy Awards
On stage, she shimmered in Maison Margiela: a sheer halter top with crystal embroidery and brocade trousers designed by John Galliano, accessorised with leather opera gloves. Glamorous, ethereal, and visually anchored by her bump, the outfit captured the drama of the night.
Camellia blooms at the 2023 Met Gala
Rihanna at the 2023 Met Gala
At two Met Galas ago, Rihanna paid a romantic tribute to Karl Lagerfeld in a white Valentino hooded gown adorned with 3D camellia flowers. Later, she unveiled the hood to show off the strappy white number and its long, gasp-worthy train.
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