We sure love the aesthetics of Givenchy, but combined with Rihanna it’s an unbeatable team. The singer joined forces with Riccardo Tisci for her Diamond Tour fashion. Inspired by the house’s timeless organza cape, the custom made version for Rihanna is the first piece to appear on stage, dark and romantic, before the costume’s big reveal.

After removing her black Givenchy Haute Couture by Riccardo Tisci cape, Rihanna reveals a three-piece printed and embroidered costume. For this opening act, Riccardo Tisci designed a masculine over-sized black printed and hand embroidered parka, channelling his signature mix of streetwear and Haute Couture. The print features the strong sensual iconography of his Givenchy by Riccardo Tisci Menswear Fall-Winter 2013 collection.

Under the parka, Rihanna wears a black and white nappa leather bra with gold stars embroideries and gold buckles, once again mixing Haute Couture techniques and his obsession for heavy sportswear elements. The bondage feel brought by the multi-strapped bra is then softened by a pair of silk satin mini-shorts made in a matching print.

River Island released the Rihanna for River Island campaign. Featuring top models Jourdan Dunn, Bambi Northwood-Blyth, Charlotte Free, Ataui Deng and Tao Okamoto, the Rihanna for River Island campaign was shot in LA by world-renowned photographer, Mario Sorrenti. The collection will be available at selected stores from the 5th of March.