Rihanna is the patron saint of unexpected outfit combinations, but her latest induction into the Celebrity Street Style Hall of Fame may be the most striking: on December 6 in New York, the pop star winterized her gray denim Bermuda shorts with brown and white cowhide boots. After all, no RiRi ensemble is complete without a little animal print. [Bermuda shorts have long enjoyed a renaissance since the summer, when they became popular thanks to collaborations with luxury brands like Bottega Veneta, Sandy Liang, Miu Miu, JW Anderson, and Dries Van Noten. Celebrities like Gigi Hadid, Hailey Bieber, Charli XCX, and Ayo Edebiri have worn knee-length shorts with socks, sandals, sneakers, moto boots, and slingback heels for all occasions. However, Rihanna's latest look has turned our attention to a new combination of cowboy boots and baggy jean shorts, perfect for the cold season ahead.

Rihanna paired her western boots and skater boy shorts with a black mesh slam jersey layered over a lacy white tie-neck blouse. The contrast between the boyish oversized jersey and the delicate, feminine top underneath was nothing short of sublime. Of course, the “Love on the Brain” singer added plenty of statement accessories. Of course, the “Love on the Brain” singer added plenty of statement accessories: a gold chain necklace, black Lanvin sunglasses, a navy blue and canvas Louis Vuitton monogram bag, and tent-like ivory gloves with furry cuffs.

Frankly, I have no idea how she came up with this sporty-chic look that is both holiday-inspired and western-inspired. It is an outfit that defies all logic, and that is the beauty of it. As always, I am in awe of Rihanna's brain.