Go Awf, Queen!: Lil’ Kim Styles In A $20K Feathery Mini Dress And Edgy Thigh-High Leather Boots
A toast to the fashion visionary.
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2021: Lil’ Kim looked amazing while sitting front row at the Bottega Veneta fashion show! For her paparazzi moment, the trendsetting rapper styled in a $20,000 feathery dress from the brand’s Fall 2021 collection. She completed the look with a feathery yellow bag and leather thigh-high boots, featuring furry details. We especially loved her fabulous peek-a-boo rainbow hair styled by The Hair Painting Factory.
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2021: Miami - Whether fresh off the runway or custom-made, Lil Kim's looks are always on point! Dressed in a Celine logo shirt and fresh white jeans, the stylish rapper wowed fans on the ‘gram with her fabulous look and $1,300 Celine Vertical Mini Tote. Onlookers were also impressed with her flawless waist-length styled by celebrity hairstylist Jonathan Wright. The Queen Bee never fails to give us fashion inspiration! Jonathan Wright
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2021: Barclays Center - Lil’ Kim is repping for her hometown—Brooklyn! Dressed in a custom faux leather look, the native New Yorker struck a pose in an empty Barclays Center. If you look closely, you will notice the word 'NETS' written across the bust of the motorcycle jacket as an ode to the Brooklyn Nets. While it is unclear what project the legendary rapper is working on, there is no denying this moment is an entire mood. She even rocked a $2,300 Chanel basketball bag for the big occasion! Lil' Kim
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2020: Lovin' The Glam Squad - Lil' Kim is definitely satisfied with her glam squad. If you don’t believe us, see how the rap icon praised her go-to beauty experts; hairstylist Princess Stoney and makeup artist Mika White.“When the beat hits I’m too glam to give a d*mn,” the Queen Bee playfully wrote in the caption of this fabulous Instagram photo. “My 2 boos slayed tf out of this look. I love you so much @stoneythestylist and @champagnemammy_. Thank you squuaaadddd.”Yassss, Kim. We love it! Lil' Kim
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2019: Promo For Her Album, “9” - She’s still got it! Lil’ Kim broke the internet when she recently posted a photo styled in Chanel jewels and an icy grey wig featuring the brand’s iconic logo. Her photographer, Michael Antonio, told Essence: “All the photos are promotional material for the new project she’s working on, ‘9’; her next album.” Lil Kim
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2019: Beats 1 Radio Appearance - Lil Kim's waist is snatched in all black tresses featuring a hoodied Givenchy Windbreaker ($2,300), Alo Yoga Pants ($120), and Christian Louboutin pumps ($650). Fashion Bomb Daily
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2019: The Blonds Show During New York Fashion Week - When Lil’ Kim strutted down the runway during The Blond’s New York Fashion Week show, it was iconic! The Queen Bee not only slayed the catwalk, but she also performed her single “Go Awff.” (Photo: Paul Bruinooge/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images)
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2018: HOT 97's On Da Reggae & Soca Tip - Known as a Brooklyn legend, Lil’ Kim didn’t disappoint her hometown fans at the HOT 97's On Da Reggae & Soca Tip. Flexing her dancehall skills, the mother of one was the talk of the town as she highlighted her curves in a colorful Versace look featuring "Pop Art Ss'91 Print." (Photo: Johnny Nunez/Getty Images)
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2017: 'A Toast To Prodigy' - Looking like a million bucks, Lil’ Kim shimmered from head-to-toe in a sexy embellished catsuit. Being the Queen Bee, she completed her ensemble with a matching clutch, sparkly heels, and her signature “Get Money” attitude! (Photo: Lucianna Faraone Coccia/Getty Images)
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2014: New York Fashion Week - Pregnant with her first child, Royal Reign, Lil’ Kim left fans in shock as debuted her growing baby bump in a patterned bodycon dress during New York Fashion Week. (Photo: Rob Kim/WireImage)
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2013: MTV Video Music Awards - Leaving very little to the imagination at the MTV Video Music Awards, the 4′ 11″ hottie served us bootylicious tease in a sexy, black see-through leather catsuit, paired with bright yellow Louboutins. (Photo: C Flanigan/FilmMagic)
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2009: Mandela Day: A 46664 Celebration Concert - Displaying her status as hip-hop royalty, the Queen Bee glowed as she posed backstage at the Mandela Day: A 46664 Celebration Concert wearing a beautifully embellished gown.(Photo: Dave M. Benett/Getty Images)
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2005: New York Fashion Week - Bundled up in the hottest designer outerwear, paparazzi captured Lil’ Kim flashing a bright white smile (and bold red accessories!) as she navigated the busy city streets during New York Fashion Week. (Photo: Brian ZAK/Gamma-Rapho via Getty Images)
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2003: ‘La Bella Mafia’ Album Release Party - Peep the customized bling! Everyone knows the Queen Bee loves her signature “B” and “Lil’ Kim” diamond necklaces, so it was no shock when the famed rapper showed up to the release party for her third studio album with both adorning her neck.(Photo: Mychal Watts/WireImage)
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2002: "Miss You"- Aaliyah Tribute Video - Who can forget when Lil’ Kim stunningly paid tribute to the late Aaliyah in the iconic "Miss You" music video? Unforgettable. (Photo: Theo Wargo/WireImage)
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2002: Grammy Awards - The sirens were blaring when Lil’ Kim arrived at the Grammys in this fiery red ‘fit. Flaunting abs — as usual — in a red motorcycle jacket with matching pants, the “Crush On You” rapper was all the rage as she stepped on the red carpet with a Chanel motorcycle helmet in tote.(Photo: Gregg DeGuire/WireImage)
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2002: BET Awards - Showing off her perfectly toned body, Lil’ Kim left many drooling when she showed up to the 3rd annual BET Awards in a blue and green barely-there bikini with a matching sheer cover-up.(Photo: Gregg DeGuire/WireImage for BET Entertainment)
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2001: 7th Annual Soul Train Lady of Soul Awards - Even if Lil’ Kim hadn’t put the words “Look At Me” on her dress, our eyes would have been glued to the Queen Bee’s bold style choices. Message received! (Photo: SGranitz/WireImage)
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2001: MTV Movie Awards - Fierce femcee or feminine flower child? No one ever said you can’t be both! Sun-kissed and serving up some seriously rock-solid abs, the "I'm Human" rapper commanded attention at the MTV Movie Awards in a custom floral bra and glittery jeans.(Photo: Frank Micelotta/ImageDirect)
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2001: Versace Spring/Summer Fashion Show - Sitting front row at the Versace spring/summer fashion show, the Queen Bee took the opportunity to style her blonde wig with the brand’s signature pattern.(Photo: Jeremy Bembaron/Sygma/Sygma via Getty Images)
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2000: Baby Phat Lingerie Fashion Show At The 4th Annual Urbanworld Film Festival Launch Party - Pretty Hot And Tempting! After flexing her modeling skills during the Baby Phat Lingerie fashion show, Lil' Kim showed off her amazing body in a sheer bikini, featuring rhinestone logo-embellishments, along with a floor-length fur coat and giant cross necklace. (Photo: KMazur/WireImage)
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2000: BET Celebrates Its New Harlem Theaters And Fall 2000 Season - Always repping her “Notorious” status, K.I.M. showed off her photo-worthy curves in a leopard bikini top and floral embroidered pants with “N-O-T-O-R-I-O-U-S” spelled out on the side.(Photo: Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images)
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1999: MTV Video Music Awards - Styled by hip-hop’s legendary stylist Misa Hylton, the purple mermaid-inspired ensemble Lil’ Kim wore to the 1999 MTV Video Music Awards is one of the most iconic looks to ever hit the red carpet. Misa told Essence the look was designed using Indian bridal fabric after having a fashion conversation with Missy Elliott where the “Work It” rapper said, “If I was Kim, I would just have one boob out.” The rest is her-story!(Photo: Vinnie Zuffante/Getty Images)
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1999: Source Awards - The Brooklyn rapper caused quite a sand-storm of flashing lights as the paparazzi swarmed in to capture Kim’s skin-tight attire. If you look closely, you may notice the camel-colored sheer jumpsuit is decorated with fur to cover her ass(sets). (Photo: Jim Smeal/Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images)
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1999: Cover Of ‘Interview’ Magazine - Photographed by David LaChapelle, Lil’ Kim dropped jaws as she bared it all on the November cover of Interview naked except for an airbrushed Louis Vuitton (LV) logo pattern all over her body. LaChapelle told Vice, “When I did that image, it was about the skin as a luxury item.” David LaChapelle
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1999: Met Gala - Embodying the Met Gala’s “Rock Style” theme, Lil’ Kim styled a pink full-length Versace coat with pink snake-skin boots, an embellished bra, tiny studded hot pants, and a multi-colored pink wig to match. (Photo: Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images)
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1999: VH1/Vogue Fashion Awards - Shimmering with perfection, Lil’ Kim presented Alexander McQueen with the Fashion Designer of the Year award in a dazzling rhinestone-encrusted ensemble with an extravagant headpiece. Before accepting his award, the late designer bowed down to the rapper before declaring her his “idol.”(Photo: Mitchell Gerber/Corbis/VCG via Getty Images)
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1998: Soul Train Lady of Soul Awards - Shining like a trophy, Lil’ Kim’s shimmery caged headpiece served as the perfect accessory for her silver-studded high-low dress. Completing her look with matching bejeweled gloves and silver sandals, we witnessed a true stunna! (Photo: Mirek Towski/DMI/The LIFE Picture Collection via Getty Images)
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1998: Opening Night Of Flamenco Dancer Joaquin Cortes' Benefit For National Alliance Of Breast Cancer Titled 'Gypsy Passion' - Known for hob-nobbing with the fashion elite, it wasn’t a surprise to fans when the Brooklyn rapper was spotted with iconic fashion designer Giorgio Armani at the “Gypsy Passion” benefit in a super-revealing LBD.(Photo: Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images)
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1997: MTV Video Music Awards - Bow down! Dripping in gold, Lil’ Kim secured her throne at the MTV Video Music Awards with her royal Egyptian-inspired ensemble. Even rapper Cardi B took to Instagram in 2018 to pay homage to the Queen Bee, after recreating this iconic look for her famed “Money” music video. (Photo: Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic)
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