Rihanna wins Fashion Award

Music mogul, fashion icon and designer, Rihanna scooped the big fashion award in London as she won the British Fashion Awards 2019 for her fashion brand, Fenty.

Rihanna at the British Fashion Awards.

The Fenty designer received the Urban Luxe award for her contributions to sportswear which was presented by Janet Jackson.

“You’re loved for your style, you’re respected as an artist, entrepreneur, and for the first black woman to start a brand with LVMH,” said Janet Jackson.

Rihanna and Janet Jackson at the British Fashion Awards 2019.

The British Fashion Council (BFC) who are the Founders of the British Awards, stated that the awards honour brands that elevate the concept of casual and chic.

The Urban Luxe award was given to Virgil Abloh, founder of Off-White and Louis Vuitton Menswear designer.

Known for creating firsts, Rihanna introduced a makeup line Fenty Beauty with over 40 inclusive foundations for all skin tones which created a buzz among women of colour.