Rihanna, the undisputed queen of making a statement, has once again captivated the world, this time by introducing her youngest daughter, Rocki Irish Meyers, to the public. At just seven months old, Rocki makes her grand debut on the cover of W Magazine’s highly anticipated Pop Issue, sharing the spotlight with her iconic mother.
A Haute Couture Debut for Baby Rocki
For this special cover shoot, both Rihanna and baby Rocki are dressed in exquisite Dior Haute Couture. Rihanna sports a striking Dior coat paired with a lilac hat and a dazzling Cartier Collection necklace. Little Rocki, meanwhile, is styled in a custom Dior Haute Couture diaper and a delicate white headpiece, showcasing a level of fashion-forwardness rarely seen in infants.
Known for her boundary-pushing maternity style, Rihanna was deeply involved in designing Rocki’s unique diaper for the shoot. Jonathan Anderson, creative director at Dior, praised Rihanna’s vision, telling W Magazine, “When Rihanna asks for something, she is already ahead of what is happening. She is thinking outside the box… I trust her implicitly on anything she feels that is right to do.”
Tributes from Friends and Collaborators
The Pop Issue also features heartfelt tributes from Rihanna’s inner circle, including her partner, rapper A$AP Rocky. He shared touching insights into how motherhood has transformed Rihanna, calling her “magic” and “the most charming and genuine person on Earth” with “unmatched” energy. Rihanna and A$AP Rocky are also parents to sons RZA, 4, and Riot, 3.
Other collaborators, like SZA, reflected on Rihanna’s unique taste and decisive nature, recalling how she immediately knew “Consideration” was the song she wanted. Mary J. Blige lauded Rihanna’s impact on the music industry, noting how she “completely raised the bar” and brought more attention to reggaeton mixed with R&B. Actress Sarah Paulson, who worked with Rihanna on “Ocean’s 8,” described her as “the single most electrifying creature” she had ever seen, impressed by her quiet observation and wisdom on set.
She has changed a lot because she became a mother in that time span, and that certainly changes you. But this woman has always been magic. — A$AP Rocky on Rihanna
Even music legend Mariah Carey shared her early impressions, recalling meeting a teenage Rihanna and having a feeling she was destined for superstardom. Donald Glover spoke about Rihanna’s collaborative spirit on the film “Guava Island,” noting her relaxed demeanor and willingness to dive into vulnerability.
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