Caroline Hamelle explores Rihanna's extraordinary journey in an in-depth analysis of the global star.
A new work on an essential star
Available in bookstores on January 15, 2025, Rihanna by Caroline Hamelle promises to be essential reading to understand the meteoric rise of this global icon. The author, former fashion section head of Grazia and an informed observer of cultural phenomena, delivers an in-depth analysis of Rihanna's world. Through 208 richly illustrated pages, it deciphers how the star was able to impose his style, his vision and his influence in fields as varied as music, fashion and business.
A style, a vision, a myth
Rihanna is not just a singer. Since her sensational debut at 17 with an album sold more than two million copies, she has redefined the codes, becoming in 2009 the artist who sold the most albums in the world. But it is in fashion that she leaves a lasting mark: in 2015, she made her mark as the first black woman to be the face of Dior. In 2019, she took a new step with her own ready-to-wear line at LVMH.
In this book, Caroline Hamelle explores every facet of the star: her daring stylistic choices, her avant-garde collaborations and her talent for mixing artistic creativity and commercial strategy.
From behind the scenes to the light
The author draws on her privileged encounters with Rihanna: from the singer's first steps in fashion with River Island to the Puma fashion shows, including the launch of the Fenty line in Paris. These personal experiences give the book a unique depth, giving readers an intimate perspective on how Rihanna transforms her projects into true cultural phenomena.
Rihanna, model of modernity
Through her analyses, Caroline Hamelle does not just tell the story of a career: she highlights Rihanna's role as a symbol of emancipation, resilience and inclusion. A visionary entrepreneur, the star revolutionized the beauty and lingerie industries with Fenty Beauty and Savage x Fenty, advocating values of inclusion and body positivism.
A book for an entire generation
Rihanna is much more than a biography: it is a tribute to a woman who inspires, shakes up and redefines standards. This book, available for €35, is a fascinating dive into the world of one of the most influential personalities of our time.
In bookstores January 15.
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