No one knows how to stunt and shine quite like Cardi B, and that's probably because she can pull off just about anything. From slinky latex dresses to puffy princess ballgowns to that unforgettable Richard Quinn floral bodysuit [1], the rapper and TV personality has worn them all, making her just as well known for her utterly unpredictable style as her empowering lyrics. She has given credit to hairdresser Tokyo Stylez for her wild wig collection [2], but her wild sense of style? You can thank Kollin Carter for some of her most iconic outfits. The young stylist has dedicated most of his career to working with Cardi, and with his help, she has become a bonafide fashion icon.
It would be impossible to encapsulate Cardi's style in just one word, and her 2019 wardrobe proves that her look continues to evolve and diversify as much as her music. In a June 2019 interview with Essence, Carter spoke about how sticking together since the start of both their careers has allowed them to develop an "aesthetic" [3] for Cardi rather than a series of looks. "When you jump around from stylist to stylist to stylist, you don't get to develop a sense of authenticity," he explained. The result: a style that simply can't be replicated. Seriously, find us someone who could pull off Cardi B's best looks from 2019 like she can.
Cardi B at the Fanatics Super Bowl Party in February
For Michael Rubin's Fanatics Super Bowl LIII Party in Atlanta, Cardi B flaunted her figure in a Louis Vuitton monogrammed button-down top and matching shorts along with a barely-there gold bra.
Cardi B at the Grammy Awards in February
Cardi B took her look for the 2019 Grammy Awards from Thierry Mugler's 1995 couture collection with this oyster shell dress, which she paired with a pearl necklace and matching hat.
Cardi B at the Swisher Sweets Awards in April
At the Swisher Sweets Awards, where Cardi B was awarded with the 2019 Spark Award, she wore a multicolored Valery KÅvalska pantsuit and see-through pumps.
Cardi B at the Billboard Music Awards in May
Cardi B channelled Cher at the Billboard Music Awards with a yellow Moschino by Jeremy Scott bustier and slitted skirt, along with embellished stilettos from Giuseppe Zanotti and a yellow manicure.
Cardi B at the Met Gala in May
At the 2019 Met Gala, Cardi B took "Camp: Notes on Fashion" to the extreme with a red Thom Browne gown with a 10-foot train, which she paired with a headpiece codesigned by Browne and Stephen Jones.
Cardi B at Hustlers Premiere in August
Originally worn by Helena Christensen [5] on the Fall 1995 runway, Cardi B stepped out for the Hustlers premiere in a skintight Jean Paul Gaultier cyber-inspired dress, oversized square shades by Fenty, and an adorable mini bag.
Cardi B at Rihanna's 5th Annual Diamond Ball in September
Cardi B looked like straight-up royalty at the 5th Annual Diamond Ball, where she wore this blush-coloured tiered gown by Lebanese designer Georges Hobeika.
Cardi B at Paris Fashion Week in September
While overseas for Paris Fashion Week, Cardi B packed a ton of her memorable outfits, but one of the best was her form-fitting purple mini wrap dress by Nicolas Jebran with matching thigh-high boots.
Cardi B at Paris Fashion Week in October
Another one of Cardi B's incredible Paris Fashion Week looks: her Clueless-esque head-to-toe tweed ensemble, which she wore to Virginie Viard's first Chanel show since Karl Lagerfeld's passing.