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The Weeknd in “Blinding Lights”
The Weeknd (Abel Tesfaye) is a Canadian singer and record producer. His main genres include R&B, pop, and alternative. His electronic sound and falsetto voice has inspired modern R&B. His hit single “Blinding Lights” appears on his latest album, After Hours. It’s a music video full of fast cars, sick reverb, – and you guessed it, blinding lights — with nearly 285 million views on Youtube.
Ariana Grande in “Positions”
Ariana Grande is a pop singer who continues to stay at the top of the charts, perhaps the most popular of our generation. Her song “Positions”, which is also the title of her new album, has over 200 million listens on Spotify. The music video, which features Ariana quite literally “switching the positions” as the president and posing around the White House, garnered 108 million views on Youtube. These are only two of her 60s-era Jackie Kennedy inspired outfits from the video. Others include a vintage houndstooth winter-coat and a yellow blazer with a matching yellow miniskirt.
Mariah Carey
Mariah Carey is an American singer, songwriter, record producer, actress, and television judge. She rose to fame in the 1990s after the success of her debut album. With songs like “Always Be My Baby” and “Hero,” she has won five Grammy awards. If you want a high glam diva aesthetic, opt for the wig and bodycon dress. If you want a casual costume, wear her studio outfit: a simple black cardigan and high waisted jeans. And there’s always her Santa outfit from her hit holiday single, “All I Want For Christmas is You.” To fully transform into this iconic pop star, you can follow this makeup tutorial.
Rihanna
Rihanna, or Robyn Rihanna Fenty, is a singer, songwriter, and entrepreneur. Her main genres include pop, R&B, reggae, dance, and hip hop. A few of her chart toppers include “We Found Love,” “S&M,” and “Only Girl in the World,” which were all featured on Unapologetic, her first number one album. Rihanna is also an accomplished businesswoman. She is the founder and owner of the Clara Lionel Foundation, the FENTY fashion line, and the Fenty Beauty makeup brand. Her Instagram @badgirlriri has almost 80 million followers.
Janelle Monae
R&B phenom Janelle Monáe has a style that matches her unique sound. She’s explained that her fashion, best described as monochromatic formal, is a tribute to her family who would wear uniforms as part of the working class.
The Blues Brothers
Ex-con Jake “Joliet” Blues (John Belushi) and his brother Elwood (Dan Aykroyd) are the Blues Brothers, a band on a mission from God to save a Catholic orphanage. In their quest, they must face the police, neo-Nazis, and worst of all, a country and western band.
Prince
If you don’t think Prince is sexy then you probably haven’t seen Purple Rain or maybe you have no idea who Prince is. If the latter is the case you should Google him now. Considered by some to be the king of androgyny, Prince continues to impress the world with his fashion choices which almost always includes heels.
Beyonce Single Ladies
Beyonce keeps it fabulous while singing this anthem for single ladies. She wears a simple leotard and accessorizes with some unique bling. If you’d like to take the look to the next level, grab two friends to complete the trio and work on those dance moves!
Cee Lo Green
Musician, producer, actor Cee Lo Green turns heads wherever he goes. With his one-of-a-kind wardrobe, he’s certainly not one to shy away from feathers, fur (in the form of a Persian lap cat) or bedazzles.
