In a recent interview with British Vogue, Rihanna, the chart-topping superstar and fashion icon, opened up about her past fashion choices, expressing some regrets about her more rebellious phase.
“I’ve experimented a lot in my life. I’ve bared my nipples, my underwear. But now, as a mother and a mature young woman—emphasis on young—there are things I feel I wouldn’t do again. Like, ‘Did I really do that? Nipples out?’” Rihanna shared candidly, reflecting on her journey.
Despite her past misgivings, Rihanna continues to make headlines with her bold fashion statements. At the recent Fenty X Puma launch in London, she spoke about her love for creating music in the city. “I love creating music in London,” she told Vogue. “It’s my favorite activity here.
It’s strange, but London allows me to rediscover myself, to feel limitless. There’s an absence of boundaries. For some reason, I’ve always produced my best music here, or at least determined the direction for my albums.”
Dressed in oversized tailoring at the event, reminiscent of the Phatty creepers she was promoting, Rihanna experienced a moment of déjà vu when asked about a previous red carpet regret. “Oh my God, it’s something similar to this, which is ironic. It was a brown tan suit that we all adored, but when I put it on, I thought, ‘Hmm, it’s giving UPS driver,’ and that’s not a cute look, especially not for the red carpet.”
Discussing her style evolution, Rihanna, a proud Pisces, noted, “We’ll always have that emo vibe; it’s practically ingrained in our zodiac sign. I like setting boundaries but also having fun. I enjoy playing with contrasts.” This hint at an alternative aesthetic aligns her with other celebrities who are embracing new styles in 2024.
One of her proudest fashion moments remains the iconic Guo Pei gown she wore to the 2015 Met Gala. “No one will ever forget that, and I’ll never forget the feeling of discovering that designer thanks to Anna’s challenge,” she reminisced. She also highlighted the Stella McCartney crop top and skirt, and the party dress from the same event, as memorable choices that showcased her distinctive style.
Looking ahead to the 2024 Met Gala, Rihanna teased her fans, “I’ll be wearing something Fenty! Fenty Beauty, Fenty Skin, Fenty Savage…” suggesting a potentially more modest yet equally impactful appearance. As always, Rihanna’s fashion journey continues to evolve, blending her past experiences with her current aspirations.
