Bad Gyal Riri is turning her dreams into reality!
On March 25th, 2024, Rihanna, now a prominent figure in the beauty industry, created a buzz with the news of her feature on the cover of Vogue China’s April Issue. Photographed by Hailun Ma, the images capture the superstar’s diverse facets, perfectly aligning with the editorial’s theme of “Beauty in Individuality.”
In the debut sneak peek of the editorial released on the 24th of March, 2024, the beauty icon enchants viewers as she peers into a hand mirror, showing off a stunning manicure by Queenie Doan and Kim Truong, along with her bold red lips. After two days, the magazine proceeded to unveil a series of images featuring the CEO of Fenty Beauty.
For one look, the 36-year-old mom looks absolutely gorgeous in a chic four-piece outfit covered with beautiful embroidery. She wears a cropped jacket, a matching bra top, skirt, and a cowboy hat, all decorated with intricate designs. The black outfit shows off her stomach, and you can see a tattoo just below her chest. Rihanna wears striking makeup with bright red lipstick. She also sports sharp claw 3-D floral-designed nails and a gold ring to compliment her set. The icon holds a fancy gold mirror and looks into it confidently.
In another, Rihanna is dressed in a bright yellow jacket adorned with paper ruffles. She wears a romper underneath and ties a shirt around her waist. Rih also wears a wristwatch on her neck and a pearl necklace. With her straight, two-toned hair and wine-colored eyebrows, the award-winning star looks confident as she holds a telephone to her ear.
In a close-up black and white shot, Rihanna’s face fills the frame. Her hand, which has tattoos on it, gently touches her braided hair as she poses with a sultry expression. The star’s makeup is natural-looking with soft, nude colors. Her eyebrows are thin and well-shaped, adding to her elegant appearance. In a different photo from the same look, we see that Riri wears a pretty long white dress to complement her look.
The beauty icon engages in a heartfelt conversation with Vogue China’s editor-in-chief, Margaret Zhang, reflecting on the trials she has encountered throughout her life and career. In addition to this, Rihanna sheds light on her influence within the beauty industry. “It feels special to be recognized by professional makeup artists, artists, and people alike,” she shares during the interview.
Furthermore, the “Lift Me Up” singer underscores the significance of embracing individuality within the framework of close-knit, multigenerational family dynamics present in diverse cultures. Despite the inherent desire to earn parental approval, Rihanna champions the pursuit of one’s own aspirations. “We always want our parents to be proud… I [certainly] wanted to make my mom and my dad proud. But the reality is, I did it by standing up for what I believed in and pursuing my own path and dreams,” Rihanna explains to Margaret Zhang. “I’m living my dream. My parents were very proud of that because they just wanted me to be happy and successful. So, I think the key thing is to find some kind of balance. Yes, balance is important. Do this and you get the best of both worlds. You can write your own life the way you want, and it will be beautiful. Sometimes, you just need to let go of everyone’s expectations and start living your own story.”
As a mother of two, Riri not only promotes individuality in her professional endeavors but also emphasizes its importance in parenting. “The most beautiful thing… is that [children] come into the world with their own individuality and sincerity, without any logic or conformity, which usually makes you feel that you must fit into a certain group,” she expresses. “It’s really beautiful to see, and I want to continue to help them navigate that and make sure that they know they can be whoever they want to be… they should embrace it completely because it’s beautiful, and it’s unique. I love them just that way.”
Before gracing the Vogue China’s cover, Rihanna made waves by announcing the expansion of her cosmetic empire into China. Taking to social media on the 22nd of March, 2024, she eagerly shared the news in a video, exclaiming, “China – I am thrilled to share the great news… on April 1, Fenty Beauty will officially land. China has such a rich culture that has always inspired me, and I cannot wait to share Fenty Beauty with all of you, celebrating your unique beauty.”
This expansion into China signifies a major strategic move for the 36-year-old, as China holds the title of the world’s second-largest beauty market. With Fenty Beauty‘s resounding success in the United States, Rihanna has already cemented her status as America’s youngest self-made female billionaire, boasting an estimated net worth of approximately $1.4 billion.
Truly, the star is living out her dream to the fullest.
