Rihanna’s Star Power Shines at Debut Paris Runway Show with Fashion’s Elite Fans

Rihanna has been working hard on her latest project in collaboration with Puma, and her efforts have paid off as she made her debut in high fashion at Paris Fashion Week. The 28-year-old singer introduced her first ever SS17 collection to a packed room at Hotel de Salomon De Rothschild, and was met with applause from the crowd. Rihanna looked chic and modest wearing a long, floor-length pink trenchcoat with a printed design, which she paired with matching flared trousers. Her outfit was completed with towering gold heels, a large pearl choker, and an oriental fan for a touch of Parisian glamour.

All smiles: Taking to the catwalk at a packed room in the Hotel de Salomon De Rothschild, the 28-year-old Diamonds singer was full of smiles as the crowd applauded her

All smiles: Taking to the catwalk at a packed room in the Hotel de Salomon De Rothschild, the 28-year-old Diamonds singer was full of smiles as the crowd applauded her

Beaming with joy, the 28-year-old Diamonds performer confidently strutted down the catwalk at a bustling Hotel de Salomon De Rothschild. The audience applauded her as she flashed a wide grin.

An eye for design: Wearing a long, floor-length pink trenchcoat, which featured a printed design, the singer cut a chic but modest figure 

With an impeccable taste for fashion, the singer donned a stunning floor-length pink trenchcoat with a striking printed design. She looked both chic and modest at the same time. Her dark hair was slicked back in a narrow fishtail plait which highlighted her beautiful features. The singer kept her makeup minimal, opting for a smokey eye and a hint of lipstick to enhance her natural beauty. As a renowned fashion designer, she won over the fashion elite as she took her final bow on the runway amidst thunderous applause. Adding a touch of Parisian elegance to her ensemble, she wore a pearl choker and carried an oriental fan, completing the look with style.

Pretty in pink: She teamed the flowing garment with a pair of matching flared trousers, though the jacket's narrow, plunging neckline allowed her to flash the tiniest hint of skin 

Looking lovely in shades of pink, she paired her flowing top with matching flared pants. The jacket’s narrow neckline gave her the opportunity to show off a subtle glimpse of skin.

One step at a time: Rihanna was greeted by a sea of phones as she made her second run of the evening on the catwalk

Rihanna’s catwalk appearance was met with a multitude of phones, capturing her every move as she strutted down the runway for her second time of the night. Taking it step by step, she owned the stage with confidence and grace.

Onto the next room: The B**** Better Have My Money singer strode from room to room like her models

Moving on to the following area: Rihanna, the artist behind “B**** Better Have My Money,” confidently walked through each room with the same attitude as her models.

All applause: Smiling as she left the room, the singer looked ecstatic as she left her fans in her wake

With a beaming smile on her face, the singer left the room to a round of applause, clearly ecstatic over the reception she received from her fans. Rihanna kicked off her show in an all-brown outfit that included a camouflage kimono, hoodie, and sweatpants. She kept it simple and elegant later in the evening by avoiding any unnecessary fuss, keeping her high heels and pearls. The singer was visibly moved by the positive reactions her designs received during her debut Paris Fashion Week show, placing a hand over her heart while beaming with joy.

Swish on the street: At the start of the show Rihanna took to the catwalk herself in an all-brown ensemble, which featured a camouflage kimono, hoodie and sweatpants

Strutting down the pavement: The show kicked off with Rihanna making a grand entrance in a head-to-toe brown outfit, complete with a camo kimono, hoodie, and sweatpants. She kept things simple and sassy later on by sticking with her chic pearls and high heels.

Touched: Clearly touched by the reception her designs were received at her debut PFW show, the singer held a hand against her heart and beamed brightly

Moved: The singer was clearly moved by the overwhelming reception her designs received during her debut at PFW. She placed a hand over her heart and gleamed with joy. Photographer Ellen Von Unwerth captured a backstage moment of the singer with her friends Sara Sampaio and Jourdan Dunn after the show. Jourdan rocked a pair of low-rise nude flares with corseted slashes and a tiny crop top in the same shade from the collection, while Sara stunned in a white shoulderless gown with a ruffled neckline and a knee-high slash. Completing the trio of supermodels was Doutzen Kroes, who donned a monochromatic street-inspired outfit.

Celebrating: Photographer Ellen Von Unwerth snapped a picture of the singer and her friends Sara Sampaio and Jourdan Dunn backstage

Marking the occasion, Ellen Von Unwerth, a photographer, captured a photo of the vocalist and her companions Sara Sampaio and Jourdan Dunn in the backstage area.

Breathtaking beauty: Jourdan arrived in a pair of low-slung nude flares, which featured corseted slashes, and a tiny crop top (both in nude) from the collection

Breathtaking beauty: Jourdan arrived in a pair of low-slung nude flares, which featured corseted slashes, and a tiny crop top (both in nude) from the collection

Jourdan made a stunning entrance wearing a pair of nude low-slung flares with corseted slashes and a matching tiny crop top, both from the collection, showcasing a breathtaking beauty.

Simply sensational: Sara opted for a white floor-length white shoulderless number, which featured a ruffled neckline and a knee-high slash

Sara’s outfit was absolutely stunning. She chose a beautiful white gown that flowed down to the floor. The dress had no shoulder straps, which gave it a more unique look. The neckline also had ruffles that added a touch of elegance to the dress. Additionally, there was a knee-high slit that made the outfit even more flattering. Overall, Sara looked sensational in her white dress.

Blonde bombshell: Doutzen Kroes flashed her toned tummy in a monochrome street-inspired ensemble

Blonde bombshell: Doutzen Kroes flashed her toned tummy in a monochrome street-inspired ensemble

The Dutch beauty, Doutzen Kroes, showed off her fit stomach in a black and white urban outfit.

Three's the magic number: The three supermodels assembled on the FROW to take in their friend's collection

The power of three was evident as three renowned supermodels gathered in the front row to admire their friend’s latest collection.

Bevvy of beauties: Sara Sampaio, Jourdan Dunn and Doutzen Kroes strike a pose on Rihanna's Fenty x Puma wares

Sara, Jourdan and Doutzen pose for cameras backstage

A group of gorgeous ladies including Sara Sampaio, Jourdan Dunn, and Doutzen Kroes were seen posing in fashion items from Rihanna’s Fenty x Puma line.

Doutzen showcases a wide-sleeved jersey with white tracksuit bottoms while Sara wears a ribbed bodycon number

The pair look sensational in Rihanna's new line

Doutzen is rocking a stylish jersey with oversized sleeves paired with classic white tracksuit bottoms, while Sara is sporting a sleek and form-fitting ribbed dress.

The pair cosy up to fashion editor Giovanna Battaglia (second left) and writer Derek Blasberg (far right)

The duo gets comfortable with fashion editor Giovanna Battaglia (positioned second from the left) and writer Derek Blasberg (positioned all the way to the right).

Doutzen looks sensational as she poses alongside writer Derek Blasberg (centre) and fashion editor Giovanna Battaglia (left)

Doutzen absolutely stunned in her photoshoot with writer Derek Blasberg and fashion editor Giovanna Battaglia. Other notable fashion icons such as Charli XCX, Chiara Ferragni, and Kristina Bazan were also present at the event.

Proud parent: Rihanna was joined by her very proud mother, Monica Braithwaite, at the event

Rihanna’s mother, Monica Braithwaite, accompanied her daughter to the event with a beaming expression that conveyed her immense pride for her offspring.

Wild with excitement: The singer shared some Snapchats of Monica, who was filled with excitement before her daughter's big moment

Wild with excitement: The singer shared some Snapchats of Monica, who was filled with excitement before her daughter's big moment

Overflowing with joy: The artist shared some Snapchats featuring Monica, who was brimming with excitement ahead of her daughter’s significant moment. The trio of highly-regarded models took their front-row seats together before the show and seemed delighted to be present at the event. On Tuesday, the day before Rihanna’s Paris Fashion Week show, the celebrity gave her followers a sneak peek into the extensive preparations required for the highly-anticipated event that would take place on Wednesday. And, as per usual, the musician exhibited her fashion sense in an all-white ensemble while stopping by Hotel de Salomon De Rothschild in the French capital to prepare for the grand affair.

You OK? A model chatted away to the singer behind the scenes, and placed a reassuring hand on her arm

Hey there, how are you doing? As the model and the singer chatted away behind the scenes, the model placed a comforting hand on the singer’s arm. The singer’s style was a unique blend of classic and futuristic elements, with a touch of edginess that was all her own.

It's not just a hoodie: The collection featured elements of sportswear, street wear and classic fashion pieces all merged together

The assortment wasn’t just about a hoodie: It combined sporty, casual streetwear with traditional fashion items to create a unique collection.

That's a wrap: The singer posed for photos with her models following the end of the runway show

It’s a wrap! The songstress happily took pictures with her models after the successful conclusion of the fashion show.

Proud: Rihanna couldn't have looked any happier, as she flashed a beaming smile at the camera in front of the models wearing her collection

Rihanna was absolutely beaming with pride, as she flashed a radiant grin at the camera while standing among the models donning her fashion line.

High spirits: The singer appeared to be in VERY high spirits as she and her gang of models celebrated the show

The vocalist seemed to be in an extremely jubilant mood as she partied with her group of models to mark the end of the show.

So much sass: She could't quite contain her rebellious streak as she celebrated in the final few photos of the night

The woman in question had quite the sassy attitude, as evidenced by her rebellious streak on display in the final photos of the night. Accompanying her at the event was none other than her proud mother, Monica Braithwaite, who appeared to be just as thrilled as her daughter. The fashionable Rihanna donned a pair of white palazzo pants, along with an off-the-shoulder jacket that boasted a fur shrug built right in. She strutted around in some towering white stilettos, mingling with friends and business associates while surveying the venue. Later on, she even tried on some different looks from the collection in one of the hotel rooms.

Contrasting looks: She modelled both of her runway looks BTS during the show, posing for photographs

Contrasting looks: She modelled both of her runway looks BTS during the show, posing for photographs

Different Appearances: Backstage at the show, she showcased her two distinct runway looks, striking poses for the camera.

Just a touch: A model receives a touch up to her make-up before her big walk

A quick fix: A model gets a makeover on her makeup just before hitting the runway.

One little thing: She made some personal last minute adjustments to some of the clothes

A tiny detail: Just before the event, she made some last-minute personal modifications to a few of the garments.

Catwalk ready: Rhianna makes sure her models look just right as she makes some last minute adjustments to their outfits

Rhianna is ensuring that her models are runway-ready by making final adjustments to their outfits. She is meticulous in her approach to ensure that they look their best on the catwalk.

Happy? And Rihanna couldn't help but gush about aspects of her designs to some of her friends as the models walked along the runway

Rihanna was absolutely thrilled with her designs and couldn’t contain her excitement as the models strutted down the runway. She even took the time to show off her creations to some of her close friends while wearing a cute pink slip. The singer expressed her gratitude for being able to present her second collection of Fenty Puma by Rihanna in Paris, calling it a dream come true. She also shared that she approached this season with a new mindset and believed that the theme and concept were perfect for one of her favorite cities, Paris.

Rihanna goes for dinner at Caviar Kaspia in Paris following her Fenty X Puma fashion show

Rhianna played with her hair as she headed to dinner

Rihanna dines at Caviar Kaspia in Paris after showcasing her Fenty X Puma fashion line.

Beautiful setting: Rihanna will show her latest collection at Hotel de Salomon De Rothschild

Rihanna has chosen the picturesque Hotel de Salomon De Rothschild as the venue for showcasing her latest collection. The stunning setting is sure to complement the fashion pieces and make for a memorable event.

Preparation: The Needed Me hitmaker was seen trying on clothes in one of the beautiful hotel rooms  

Before her appearance at February’s New York Fashion Week, Rihanna was spotted trying on clothes in a gorgeous hotel room. The pop star had been appointed creative director for sportswear brand Puma in 2014 and her impact was evident in the company’s soaring sales at the end of 2015, particularly with the popularity of her footwear designs. Bloomberg Business even cited her as a key factor in Puma’s success. Rihanna’s presentation at NYFW was undoubtedly one of the most buzzed-about events of the season.

'I approached this season very differently and felt the theme and concept was best suited for one of my favorite cities, Paris.' Rihanna said in a press release

In a statement, Rihanna shared that she had a unique approach to this season and believed that the theme and idea would be a great fit for her beloved city of Paris.

Under wraps: Not much has been given away about her latest show except that it will be more intimate that the first and will not follow the traditional runway format

Kept secret: Little information has been revealed about her upcoming show, apart from the fact that it will be more personal in nature than her previous one and will not adhere to the conventional runway setup.

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