Rihanna Dazzles In A Bottega Veneta Gown As She Accepts The National Hero Of Barbados Award!

Rihanna Fenty Robyn was recently honoured as a national hero in her home town, Barbados and she accepted the award in grand style.

The makeup mogul chose a burnt orange Bottega Veneta halter gown with an open back and scarf-like neckline for the historic Barbados Republic Ceremony in Bridgetown. The $2,700 floor-length gown was styled with gold jewellery and Manolo Blahnik's Leva strappy brown leather sandals. Her minimal makeup and elaborate braids rounded out the look

Rihanna also stepped out in a second formal look for her speech regarding her title. Wearing a white mini dress with a blazer and strappy heels. We are proud of you Rihanna!

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