La Maison: The House of FENTY

Stronger than her nails and bills, we call upon Queen RiRi. Bestowing inspiration to a gazillion black women, Rihanna has led the way in multifaceted industries. Not only has she never stepped back from making statements away from the cliches, but she has also been a demigoddess, giving inspiration to women across the globe. Born on February 20th,1988, this Barbadian artist is known for singing, acting, fashion designing and entrepreneurship. 

The ‘Umbrella’ singer broke all records for most watched Superbowl half-time performances with 118.7 million views. Looking fierce in her red Loewe’s latex ensemble, the hitmaker surprised fans all over the world with her second pregnancy. Days prior to her appearance, she teased Navys that there was going to be a special guest in her show and now we know who it was! 

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“Badgalriri” had expressed her desire to build a family someday, and now that she has her colossal empire to serve her kids, she has proceeded with the next step. It is significantly impressive how RiRi has been making yet another paradigm for women by serving “drop it like it’s hot” valiant looks almost every day. 

“I think women want freedom. They want to be empowered. They want hope. They want love; they want all the things that I want, and I’m not afraid to say those things and act on them, and I think that’s why they identify with me.”

–     Rihanna

Rihanna’s Career Journey  

Rihanna has been an inspiration to many, and it’s her focus and ambition that people admire. Rihanna has had a long journey given the struggles and wins. It all began when she started her career with the first two albums that raised her to the US Billboard 200 chart. 

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Previously, Rihanna drew inspiration from her Caribbean roots, but she did not hesitate to experiment a bit with other genres of music. She incorporated dance-pop in her third album, which made her bring the first Grammy home, and the rest is history!

Rihanna has made quite a mark by being the most influential and best-selling artist across the globe. Having ranked Number 1 around 14 times and 31 top-singles in the US, 30 top-ten entries in the UK, Rihanna only made pit stops at her achievements in the long run. Beginning her success journey from winning 9 Grammy Awards, she has been denominated as the wealthiest female musician, with a net worth of $1.7 billion. 

Stepping into Rihanna’s Home in Barbados 

Born in Barbados, Robyn Rihanna Fenty resided in her modest bungalow with her parents and siblings. The house was located on the Westbury New Road and displayed raw and frugal architectural features. Rihanna moved to the States in  2005 to kickstart her ambitious journey, and there has been no looking back ever since. It is also interesting to note that the street where she spent her childhood was later renamed “Rihanna Drive” in 2017 in her honour. 

After travelling around and purchasing real estate in certain corners of the world, RiRi decided to return home. In 2013, Rihanna bought the beachfront property in her home country, Barbados. The condo spreads on a sprawling area of 10,000 square feet and is a part of One Sandy Lane, a luxury resort in Paynes Bay. The not-so petit chateau encompasses a fully equipped gym and outdoor pool, a 24-hour concierge and five suite bedrooms with bathrooms and their own prive’ terraces. It should also be noted that this is only one of the eight units in the entire resort. 

The architecture of this condo brings out a  grandeur look and feels. Implementing Victorian elements along with an elaborative entrance further accessorised detailed greek pillars. This beachfront house is inspiring for many. The greens and the pool area add up to the lux and the tropical vibe of the entire condo. 

The entire scape lies on the lines of the traditional architecture of Barbados, quoting elements from Garrison, Chattel Houses and inducing greens around the house. There are specific details that add to the Greek Architecture Style, and overall, the mansion speaks Magnifique. The spiral staircase hints at an inspiring style statement. It connects two floors that have hand-made balustrade detailing.

The entire house makes our heads turn with its pristine white theme, playing with neutrals here and there, incorporating warm lighting all across the Maison. 

A part of the house gives us beach vibes with an outdoor setting, where one can just sit by the waves and make the most of the moment. Rihanna gets it from her patio. Here is a quick glimpse at it. 

Other Properties and Possessions of Rihanna

Rihanna has been active in the real estate industry for quite some time now, investing in ventures and assets in general. So, here are some more properties that Rihanna addresses as home.      

While Queen RiRi began her journey in the music industry, she gradually made a mark in the beauty and lingerie industry as well. Being a part of global and multifaceted ventures, it is certain that her estimated worth is around $600 million. 

Rihanna seems to move around a lot, and there are multiple properties that she has rented and owned in all these years. A total of eleven properties have been stamped in her name, which sums up to over $100 million. 

1. The $13.8 Million Mansion, Beverly Hills, California

● RiRi made one of her most expensive real estate purchases in March of 2021.

● The grand residence was built in the 1930s on 5,909 square feet.

● The mansion picks inspiration from Modern and Victorian architecture. 

● The colour palette of her majestic house revolves around browns, beiges, whites, with accentuating elements in black.

2. Another $10 Million Beverly Hills Mansion, California 

● This mansion in Beverly Hills is valued at $13.8 million.

● The only one where two sets of lands are adjacent to each other. (adjacent to the $13.8 million mansions)

● This property is stretched over 3,549 square feet and was built in 1939.

● Reflecting elements from Victorian architecture, the residence encompasses four bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms. 

3. The Summer House, Southampton, New York

● RiRi spent $415,000 every month only on rent for a 6,140 square-foot home.

● She has lived in this luxurious house, comprising five bedrooms and six bathrooms, from mid of July to mid of August 2020. 

● It bears a mix of modern and Victorian architecture, reflecting vintage characteristics. 

4. Luxury Penthouse, Century City, California

• One of Rihanna’s most preferred residences.     
• This penthouse is in The Century, a forty-two-storey condo-building skyscraper. 
• Rihanna appreciated the property for its security and privacy. 
• The building encompasses a 75-foot pool with furnished and private cabanas, along with a 24-hour valet. 

5. The Condo in Los Angeles, California 

• In 2015, Rihanna bought a condo in Los Angeles, spread on 2,000 square feet for $925,000. This condominium is one of the high-rise segments along the Wilshire Corridor. 

6. The Rented Home in London, England

• Drenched in domestic architecture, this 19th-century house in London encompasses eight bedrooms, a movie theatre, a gym and a private elevator. 
• Spread over 6,332 square feet, providing a parking area for ten cars, this house steps into the market at $41 million. 
• Rihanna paid £18,000 per week, amounting to  around $100,000 per month to live here. It must’ve floored the artist pretty strongly.

7. The Chinatown Penthouse in New York

• RiRi rented this stunning duplex penthouse from 2013 to 2017 with four bedrooms for $39,000/month.
• The interiors of her house accentuate the factor of space. It allows ample natural light that highlights the pristine white foreground of the house. 
• The massive living area with the wooden fireplace adds more character to the house.
• The addition of amenities like the media room with a dry bar, a dramatic floating staircase and a chef’s kitchen makes it more functional. 

8. The Mediterranean Villa in West Hollywood, California

• The villa is spread on 2,651 square feet, encompassing four bedrooms and bathrooms, a poolside guesthouse, and one and a half bathrooms.
• She later sold it for $2.85 million. 

9. The Pacific Palisades Mansion, California 

●    This property spreads over 10,929 square feet, comprising seven bathrooms and bedrooms, valued at $65,000 per month.

10. The Mediterranean Styled Architecture Mansion in the Hollywood Hills, California

•  Purchased by Rihanna in the year 2017, which was valued at $6.8 million.
• Six months into the residence, an intruder broke into the home, and Rihanna had to exit the premises.

Cars Owned by Rihanna

With Rihanna’s net worth and love for luxury rides, she definitely knows how to show off her car collection, which has turned many heads.
So, let’s take a drive to see her car collections:
● Maybach57S valued at $500,000
● Chevrolet Suburban LTZ valued at $65,000
● Mercedes Benz SLR McLaren Stirling Moss valued at $1,000,000
● Porsche 997 Turbo valued at $173,000
● Lamborghini Aventador valued at $750,000
● Porsche 911 Turbo S valued at $205,000

Ventures by Fenty

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We all know that Rihanna has been active in the beauty and fashion industry, and who can keep the brand of “FENTY” off the table when we are talking about FENTY herself! 

Robyn Rihanna Fenty comes from a place where people acknowledge the individuality of colour and size. With the introduction of her beauty brand, Fenty Beauty, RiRi covered a bandwidth of 50 colours and innumerable textures, giving the freedom of acceptance to people.

And how can we even forget her lingerie brand, SavageXFenty, that comes with the inclusivity of all sizes and preferences? This only shows her support for  “Body positivity”, and she has never shied away from expressing it! Titled as the “First Black Woman to head a Luxury brand for LVHM”, Rihanna has also been a part of other humanitarian and entrepreneurial causes and ventures. 

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Conclusion

The dominatrix Fenty herself is a brand. With her irradiant energy, Rihanna has made a benchmark for women globally. From being an artist, entrepreneur, and an integral part of humanitarian causes, RiRi has not only earned wealth in terms of bills. Her home is the epitome of beauty, class and glory that quotes the character of Rihanna by every brick placed. She sure Shines bright like a Diamond. 

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