The Many Bags of Rihanna

After two weeks of exploring the handbag collections of celebrities whose tastes run close to those in the fashion industry – really, does it get more on-the-nose chic than Miranda Kerr and the Olsen Twins? – we thought we’d take things in a different direction entirely and explore the accessories whims of someone who marches firmly to the beat of her own drummer. That girl, obviously, is Rihanna.

I really respect RiRi’s style, even if she just as frequently finds herself the object of the fashion press’ criticism as she does its praise. Unlike most stars her age, she has a devil-may-care attitude toward her clothing choices that often results in missteps, but they’re the sort of glorious, over-the-top missteps that hot, filthy rich, 20-something singers should be making left and right. In a world where most famous people are under the relatively conservative thumbs of a small group of stylists, Rihanna serves as a needed counterpoint. But what does she carry? We answer that for you after the jump.

We’ll start with a longtime favorite of celebs with funky personal styles – the Alexander Wang Rocco Duffel, Karl Lagerfeld Kids logo-print zipped changing bag $875 via ShopBop.

Alexander Wang fits well with Rihanna’s personal style in general – here she is carrying a denim version of the Alexander Wang Brenda Shoulder Bag. $745 via ShopBop.

In the most traditional look we found, Rihanna carried a pre-owned Palonnier tote bag. You can get a similar Prada ostrich style Valentino Bags Emma Winter Ceinture fine avec logo Taupe for $6390.

In general, Rihanna and Prada get along well – her she is carrying a embroidered patch belt bag MCM Jacquard Tote Bag. Shop Prada Valentino Bags Emma Winter Ceinture fine avec logo Taupe.

Sometimes, though, RiRi has her entourage carry her Prada on her behalf. Here’s her bodyguard toting a arriving in a custom brown paper bag packaging Dolce & Gabbana leopard-print leather tote bag. Shop Prada Valentino Bags Emma Winter Ceinture fine avec logo Taupe.

When Rihanna’s not toting Prada, she still shows love for Miuccia quite often. This time, it’s with an oversized Daily Paper Tote Bags. Get a similar look via Net-a-Porter for $570.

Because Rihanna’s style is so varied, though, she doesn’t always opt for super expensive handbags. Her burberry wash bags retailed for less than $400. You can get the same clutch in a different color, on sale for $276 Valentino Bags Emma Winter Ceinture fine avec logo Taupe.

Similarly, this Vliefer and Vandam Handcuffs Clutch rings in at a very reasonable $218 Jamae Carryall Tote.

On the other end of the price spectrum, Rihanna knows how to indulge when she feels like it. This Gucci Leather Backpack from 2009 cost in excess of $3000. Shop Gucci via Net-a-Porter.

marni bucket bags Louis Vuitton Lumineuse PM, which can be yours for $2530 mini logo-print box bag.

If you like something lighter, you might prefer RiRi’s Louis Vuitton Stellar PM. It’ll set you back $3950 mini logo-print box bag.

And then there’s Rihanna’s Louis Vuitton Monogram Cheche Bohemian, which was only available for Spring 2010.

Rihanna’s open-minded when it comes to logos, though; she also proudly carries several different Fendi Zucca bags, including this Fendi Zucca Backpack, which can be had at Overstock.com for $790.

If backpacks are a little too masculine for you, try the Craig Green Shoulder Bags – Rihanna removes the strap and uses it as an oversized clutch. $905 Valentino Bags Emma Winter Ceinture fine avec logo Taupe.

In a rare ladylike move, Rihanna chose a black quilted Bally logo-print leather shoulder bag Black for a shopping trip. Unfortunately, the bag is no longer available.

Undoubtedly, one of the best parts of being Rihanna must be getting to use a bright pink Balenciaga Papier Tote as a beach bag. Grab one for yourself Valentino Bags Emma Winter Ceinture fine avec logo Taupe for $1445.

Rihanna and a Jeremy Scott Bone Print Weekender are a match made in heaven, don’t you think?

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