Our Top 10 Favorite Nicki Minaj Looks

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Cream Pop - At the 2010 VMAs, Nicki was a sophisticated version of the outrageous Barbie we know and love. Nicki was tame but still fashionable from head to toe.

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Cream Pop - At the 2010 VMAs, Nicki was a sophisticated version of the outrageous Barbie we know and love. Nicki was tame but still fashionable from head to toe.

Cream Pop - At the 2010 VMAs, Nicki was a sophisticated version of the outrageous Barbie we know and love. Nicki was tame but still fashionable from head to toe.

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Cream Pop - At the 2010 VMAs, Nicki was a sophisticated version of the outrageous Barbie we know and love. Nicki was tame but still fashionable from head to toe.

Nicki Minaj: December 8 - Rapper Nicki Minaj celebrates her 26th birthday.

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NY Barbie - This hip-hop look made the list because many of Nicki’s fashion choices are too risky for the average girl. Her layered chains gave this ’fit a down-to-earth ease that we like.

Natural Nicki - A simple white blouse gave Nicki a sweet innocence in this <i>Honey</i> magazine photo. Distinctly different from her usual look, the soft pin-up and everyday makeup made this one of our favorite looks.

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Natural Nicki - A simple white blouse gave Nicki a sweet innocence in this <i>Honey</i> magazine photo. Distinctly different from her usual look, the soft pin-up and everyday makeup made this one of our favorite looks.

Oh Ricky! - The red-haired beauty snagged our attention in this “I Love Lucy” retro shoot. She rocked the set in her ’60s ’do and voluminous paisley skirt to channel a nostalgic Nicki.

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Oh Ricky! - The red-haired beauty snagged our attention in this “I Love Lucy” retro shoot. She rocked the set in her ’60s ’do and voluminous paisley skirt to channel a nostalgic Nicki.

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Fashion Wig - The ever-evolving star channeled her inner supermodel for &lt;i&gt;VIBE&lt;/i&gt;. More than the wild blonde hair, graphic mini and funky platforms; her fierce attitude upgraded this look.

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Fashion Wig - The ever-evolving star channeled her inner supermodel for <i>VIBE</i>. More than the wild blonde hair, graphic mini and funky platforms; her fierce attitude upgraded this look.

Glam Goddess - Nicki Minaj strolled the red carpet at the BET Awards in a beautiful gown that made her look like a fiery Hollywood star.

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Glam Goddess - Nicki Minaj strolled the red carpet at the BET Awards in a beautiful gown that made her look like a fiery Hollywood star.

Hot Hulk - While green is the perfect color for a monster, Nicki nicely makes this lime hair seem harmless. We love how she pulled this look off by wearing a shoe just as bright as her hair.

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Hot Hulk - While green is the perfect color for a monster, Nicki nicely makes this lime hair seem harmless. We love how she pulled this look off by wearing a shoe just as bright as her hair.

Ms. Maniac - This onstage getup revealed the identity of one of the characters that appears in Nicki’s lyrics. We love this look because Nicki made crazy look cool.

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Ms. Maniac - This onstage getup revealed the identity of one of the characters that appears in Nicki’s lyrics. We love this look because Nicki made crazy look cool.

N2M2 - For the 2010 Spring Bling, Nicki whipped out the blue dye so that her hair could pop like her futuristic one-piece and her oceanic backdrop.

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N2M2 - For the 2010 Spring Bling, Nicki whipped out the blue dye so that her hair could pop like her futuristic one-piece and her oceanic backdrop.

Break Dancin' - In “puppet” mode, Nicki gave a limp but fabulous pose. She added a touch of pink to her hair and jewelry to make this unique black and white ensemble dance.

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Break Dancin' - In “puppet” mode, Nicki gave a limp but fabulous pose. She added a touch of pink to her hair and jewelry to make this unique black and white ensemble dance.