Rihanna’s maternity style has sparked a (much needed) conversation over beauty standards for women who are pregnant. ICYMI: Rihanna recently announced she’s expecting her first child, and she’s been tearing up maternity beauty standards for the better with fashion that unapologetically flaunts her bare baby bump, like a shredded green backless top or cropped clothing pieces, for example. Fans are praising her embrace of her exposed bump, while crediting her for “inspiring” women—pregnant or not—to celebrate their bodies “at all stages.” Female celebrities have a long history of opting for fashion that covers their baby bump in red carpet looks, and Rihanna’s bold maternity fashion decisions show how the fashion icon continues to challenge traditional beauty standards while showing the public that women can show off their skin when they’re expecting, too. (BuzzFeed News, Vogue)