Rihanna Rocks the Fashion Set at the AMAs

There was plenty of red-hot red-carpet action to go around recently at the celebration of the American Music Awards, with some artists garnering heaps of praise while others were given their fair share of criticism in gossip rags and on celebrity-obsessed television shows. But few can deny that singer Rihanna made a formidable attempt at stealing the show in her red carpet number. Decked out in a black and white structural gown featuring and abstract, strapless bust and full skirt with open front, the singer put forward plenty of sex appeal while still managing to keep an elegant, collected character. Typically caught in the spotlight wearing attention-getting colors and sporting edgy designer pieces, Rihanna wowed the crowds with her more classic choice for the awards show, and even had some critics wondering if it was “too nice” for the event.



Rihanna certainly go a chance to bring out the edgeware during her on-stage performances, however. Putting on a considerable spectacle with two songs off her new album, Rated R, the singer channeled Micheal Jackson in a tight, strappy white concoction topped off with stand-out shoulder pads bedecked with red lasers. Her show likewise took on a theme recalling the theatrics of Jackson's Thriller, fitting choices given that the recently deceased star picked up a handful of awards in his memory at the event.
Like many observers, we have a sweet spot for Rihanna's choice of fashion pieces for the show, but we couldn't help but notice how entirely bereft of jewelry the singer was as she hit the red carpet in her two-toned gown. Certainly, there are some pieces that call for minimal accessorising, and choosing little to no jewellery can help make a strong fashion statement even more powerful. But at an event such as the American Music Awards, we want to see some bright stones, gleaming silver, and other costume jewellery elements that usually only get to shine on the red carpet. Pulling of an organized look doesn't have to be a chore with modern costume jewellery, and Janeo stocks several jewellery gifts we think would have worked wonders with Rihanna's otherwise outstanding dress.





This crystal brooch in a relaxed star shape is brimming with sparkle appeal and has just the right amount of flourish to set the cameras ablaze without being overbearing. Featuring alternating black and clear unbranded Swarovski crystals, the fashion pin jewellery is the perfect match for a monochrome frock. A splash of color in just the right places can really bring out the best in a black and white dress, however, and we can't think of a better way to accomplish such a swath of gentle hue than with our multi-colored Swarovski crystal chandelier earrings. Offsetting the bare shoulders creating by the gown, this pair would have worked wonders for Rihanna's red carpet ensemble. Did you think the singer deserved the red carpet accolades at the show this year? Or was someone else better-dressed?

Rihanna Wants Jewelry Back

The entertainment industry was a bit shaken up a while back when the clash between singer Rihanna and beau Chris Brown erupted into a media circus surrounding alleged physical violence. We imagine, after the incident (which, even if it didn't involve a jail-worthy beating, was quite obviously emotionally disturbing enough to warrant some serious down-time), that Rihanna may wish for plenty of things to be returned to her. A bit of her privacy, perhaps, or maybe just some peace and quiet. But the singer has decided it's time to get her jewelry back --something we weren't aware she'd lost. It stands to reason if examined, though; the couple had attended Clive Davis' ritzy gala prior to the Grammys when the incident occurred, and a famous fashionista without a lot of ice at a big show business shindig is practically unheard of.
Still, the sum is a bit staggering. Rihanna was apparently wearing around 1.4 million worth of jewelry on the night in question. Seriously. As drawn as we are to oversized gems and gobs of glam, we're a bit stumped as to how, short of mummifying yourself in tennis bracelets, you can manage nearly one and a half million bucks of jewellery in a single outfit, but apparently the singer managed. The problem, it would seem, is that the Los Angeles Police Department confiscated the pieces on the scene, collecting the items as evidence. And ever since, they've been hanging out at the LA cop shop, wondering how it came to this.
It's not simply a matter of wanting to wear a certain bauble again. Rihanna may be realizing enough revenue from her record and touring sales to be afford such extravagant items, but she had nevertheless loaned this particular set from four different parties, specifically for the event. And now, it'd seem, these parties are pressing to have their glittering pieces given back. So just what are these contentious items? A rather unimaginative police report describes a set of three rings and a pair of earrings, all in a "yellow metal" and with "white stones," saving one piece. Alas, there are no carat or cut details to divulge, but with such an exorbitant price tag on the lot, we're sure the imagination can conjure up a few ideas.
Rihanna's lawyer has filed a formal request to have the items returned to the singer, noting that should a criminal trial against Brown take shape in the coming months, pictures and recorded descriptions of the jewelry can more than suffice for evidence. As Brown's lawyer allegedly agrees that the physical detainment of the jewelry isn't necessary, it appears that the pieces simply have to wait out a bit of paperwork before they find their way back home. After such an adventure, it remains to be seen if the pieces will enjoy a quiet retirement or go on to tour as the jewels that suffered much drama, but returned to be polished and worn anew.