Multi-hyphenate superstar Rihanna is publishing something new this year (and yes, this is besides her coffee book).
For British indie mag i-D’s 40th anniversary, they’re releasing a limited edition issue curated by none other than Rihanna herself. Being a CEO of multiple companies, a full blown artist, and an all-around Bad Bitch, it’s not surprising that she has the chops to direct a whole magazine.
The issue stars Rihanna on the cover (of course) shot in black and white by Italian photographer Mario Sorrenti, and features handpicked interviews either curated or conducted by herself.
The issue has supermodel Gigi and Bella Hadid, Emmy winning screenwriter Lena Waithe, “Euphoria’s” Alexa Demie, plus size model Paloma Elsesser, Savage Fenty show choreographer Parris Goebel, and Martin Luther King Jr.’s granddaughter Yolanda Renee King on deck for stories.
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More names featured are Adwoa Aboah, Kelela, Rico Nasty, Young M.A., and Tarana Burke who founded #MeToo. Judging by just this lineup, we already see just how diverse this selection of features are.
Rihanna told i-D that the issue is a representation of change and culture. “It is dedicated to some of the people who are progressively reshaping the communities across fashion, music, art and activism – creating a more inclusive and diverse future,” says Rihanna courtesy of an i-D post.
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The issue is available for preorder right now, and thankfully, it ships internationally. Some of the interviews and shoots are also up on i-D’s site if you’re already thirsting for that content.
Now if you want to see Rihanna’s editorial shoot with your own eyes, i-D has graciously released the photos online. Scroll on and bask in the glory of fresh RiRi content.
Still from “LOYALTY.” by Kendrick Lamar feat. Rihanna MV