Rihanna’s Laid-Back Look: Cutoffs, Bold Sweater, and Mesh Boots—Hit or Miss?

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I’m a Rihanna fan, though I can’t say I’m crazy about her fashion sense. Sometimes, she oozes with style, and other times, she can look like a mess.

In September 2012, however, I think she pulled a really cool look outside Giorgio Baldi restaurant in Santa Monica. Well, it’s sort of cool because I’m not exactly sure what to think of the shoes she wore yet.

Rihanna rocks a pixie cut and soft lavender lipstickRihanna rocks a pixie cut and soft lavender lipstick

The super sexy pop star wore a simple outfit: short black cutoffs and a printed slouchy Mary Katrantzou intarsia knitted sweater.

She then capped off the outfit with a studded bag from Alexander Wang, AND get this – some mesh-toed boots, also from the same designer.

Rihanna was spotted keeping a low profile as she arrived at Giorgio Baldi restaurant in Santa MonicaRihanna was spotted keeping a low profile as she arrived at Giorgio Baldi restaurant in Santa Monica on September 11, 2012 (Credit: WENN)

Earlier in the day, Rihanna tweeted a picture of New York City with the caption, “We’ll never forget this day! 9/11.” Later, she shared another post on Twitter, telling a moving story about a woman who encountered the firefighter who had saved her life 11 years ago on September 11.

Rihanna wearing a Mary Katrantzou intarsia knitted sweater, Alexander Wang Cameron mesh boots, and carrying a studded Alexander Wang Rocco bagRihanna wearing a Mary Katrantzou intarsia knitted sweater, Alexander Wang Cameron mesh boots, and carrying a studded Alexander Wang Rocco bag

I love her ultra-laid-back style here, but I honestly don’t know what to think of those see-through boots. Here’s a closer look at Rihanna’s feet. Tell me, would you say Ri-Ri looks hot in them or not?

Rihanna's boots are the Alexander Wang "Cameron" mesh and suede boots, featuring a pointy toe design with transparent mesh panels and a sleek suede finishRihanna’s boots are the Alexander Wang “Cameron” mesh and suede boots, featuring a pointy toe design with transparent mesh panels and a sleek suede finish

Her pedicure was a clean, neutral color, complementing her ensemble’s overall chic and understated vibe. The see-through mesh design highlighted her polished toes, making the pedicure subtly visible through the boots.

Well, what do you think? Perhaps regular boots would have been a better choice, but the mesh toe design offers a different appeal.

Mesh boots can be a good style choice because they are breathable, making them comfortable in warmer weather, and their edgy, unique design adds flair to any outfit. However, they can also be a bad choice in colder climates or more formal settings, where their see-through nature and lack of warmth might not be practical or appropriate.

Rihanna sported Alexander Wang’s “Cameron” mesh and suede boots. It’s a pointy pair with heels that run 4.5 inches high.

Alexander Wang Cameron Mesh and Suede Boots

Alexander Wang Cameron Mesh and Suede Boots BackAlexander Wang ‘Cameron’ Mesh and Suede Boots, $585

Rihanna has consistently shown her love for Alexander Wang’s edgy and urban aesthetic, often turning to his designs for both casual streetwear and red carpet events. For instance, she stunned in an olive-green draped halter dress by Wang during the Battleship photocall, highlighting her ability to switch between high fashion and street style effortlessly.

In one standout look during her 2013 visit to London, she paired Wang’s edgy “Parental Advisory” sweatshirt with sleek black leather pants and white Manolo Blahnik pumps.