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The Most Iconic Style Moments From Nicki Minaj

As the entertainer celebrates another year around the sun, we are rounding up some of Minaj's most iconic style moments.
The Most Iconic Style Moments From Nicki Minaj
By Nandi Howard · Updated May 1, 2024

In 2009, when Nicki Minaj released her freestyle Itty Bitty Piggy, it catapulted the New York born rapper into the chart topping award-winning star she is today. Despite a controversial run and public disputes within the last few years, there’s no denying that Minaj entered the industry when female rap was arguably stagnant.

In the beginning, her advanced and creative style choices had critics confused however, Minaj was influencing a generation that longed for a female artist. Most importantly, a Black performer expressing themselves to the masses. From her colored wigs to her cosplay inspired fashion moments, Minaj’s style was unpredictable and celebrated by her fans- notoriously known as the Barbz.

Today as the “Chun Li” rapper turns 38, ESSENCE is rounding up her most iconic style moments. From Grammy red carpets to award show performances, Nicki Minaj has proven that she can pull off just about anything.

The Most Iconic Style Moments From Nicki Minaj
LAS VEGAS, NV – MAY 19: Recording artist Nicki Minaj performs onstage during the 2013 Billboard Music Awards at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on May 19, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)
The Most Iconic Style Moments From Nicki Minaj
TODAY — Pictured: Nicki Minaj appears on NBC News’ “Today” show — (Photo by: Peter Kramer/NBC/NBC Newswire/NBCUniversal via Getty Images)
The Most Iconic Style Moments From Nicki Minaj
LOS ANGELES, CA – FEBRUARY 12: Singer Nicki Minaj arrives at 54th Annual GRAMMY Awards held the at Staples Center on February 12, 2012 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic)
The Most Iconic Style Moments From Nicki Minaj
Recording artist Nicki Minaj arrives at the 2013 Billboard Music Awards held at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Frank Trapper/Corbis via Getty Images)
The Most Iconic Style Moments From Nicki Minaj
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