Rihanna has appeared on the dual covers of 72 Magazine’s summer 2026 issue, released by EE72, a media venture co founded by Edward Enninful and his sister Akua. The singer, entrepreneur, and fashion icon is featured in a series of striking photographs captured by photographer Szilveszter Makó.
For the cover shoot, Rihanna wore several eye catching outfits that highlighted high fashion and creative styling. One of the most talked about looks featured a pale blue Dior gown paired with a towering blonde beehive hairstyle. In another image, she wore a dramatic feathered Valentino creation. The overall concept of the shoot was inspired by “La Reine,” a French phrase that translates to “The Queen.”
The magazine spread presents Rihanna in a variety of fashion forward looks while showcasing designs from some of the world’s leading luxury fashion houses. Alongside outfits from Dior and Valentino, the feature also includes pieces from Givenchy and Schiaparelli. The editorial combines couture fashion with artistic photography, creating a visually distinctive presentation.
The issue also highlights products from Rihanna’s own beauty and lifestyle brands, including Fenty Hair, Fenty Beauty, and Fenty Skin. These brands have become an important part of her business portfolio and are featured throughout the magazine spread.
Edward Enninful, who has worked with Rihanna for 15 years, spoke about her influence on fashion and popular culture. The long standing professional relationship between the two has resulted in several notable fashion collaborations over the years. Enninful praised Rihanna for her ability to shape trends and maintain a strong cultural presence through her style choices and public image.
The cover images quickly gained attention on social media, where fans shared their reactions to the photographs. Many praised the creative direction, styling, and overall presentation of the shoot. Several users described the images as some of Rihanna’s strongest magazine work to date.
One fan commented, “Mona Lisa ain’t touching this,” a remark that was widely shared online as people reacted to the cover photographs.
The summer 2026 issue of 72 Magazine adds another high profile fashion editorial to Rihanna’s career, further highlighting her continued influence in the worlds of fashion, beauty, and entertainment.
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— Rihanna (@rihanna) June 8, 2026