Rihanna, the music and fashion mogul, has consistently championed inclusivity in her Fenty beauty range and Savage x Fenty clothing line. Her dedication to “beauty for all” is reflected in her diverse product modeling and the promise to never exclude those who have felt left out by lingerie brands.
Savage x Fenty, in particular, embodies this commitment to inclusivity. Rihanna has stated that she sees it as a unique opportunity to make a positive change. She emphasizes that no one should be neglected or excluded from her collections, addressing consumers who have often been overlooked by the fashion industry.
To ensure inclusivity, Rihanna uses models aged 18 to 60, with diverse body shapes and gender identities, to showcase her collections. She firmly believes in breaking down divisions and barriers, fostering a sense of belonging for everyone.
However, a clip of Rihanna discussing her gender-inclusive boxer briefs from her Savage x Fenty Show Vol. 2 in October 2020 recently resurfaced online. In the clip, Rihanna stumbles over her words as she explains that the boxer briefs are for “both men and women and non-binary people of all, umm, gender appropriations and the pronouns.” She concludes by emphasizing that the product is for everyone and not limited to a specific gender.
While the clip garnered attention and some gentle teasing, fans acknowledged Rihanna’s well-intentioned efforts to promote gender inclusivity. Comments on the TikTok repost ranged from light-hearted humor to recognition of Rihanna’s positive intent.
In the world of talk show hosts, Jimmy Fallon had his own memorable moment of anxiety when interviewing RuPaul. In a similar vein, Jimmy momentarily feared being “canceled” when he misunderstood RuPaul’s reaction to a comment about the cover of Vanity Fair. However, this incident was met with humor and shared understanding.
It’s important to note that while these moments of linguistic stumbling or misunderstandings happen, they should not overshadow the broader message of inclusion and acceptance that both Rihanna and RuPaul advocate for in their respective fields.