Beyoncé covers Harper’s Bazaar’s September ‘Icons’ issue
All hail the queen.
Beyoncé graces not one, not two, but three different covers of Harper’s Bazaar’s September 2021 “Icons” issue, donning a trio of looks that reflect her Houston roots.
On one of the covers, the 39-year-old superstar models a head-to-toe denim look from her upcoming Ivy Park Rodeo collection, complete with chaps and gleaming belt buckle.
On another, she poses in a Stetson cowboy hat and fringed leather gloves styled with a sheer Valentino bodysuit and sequin cape.
And on her third cover, Beyoncé dazzles in a plunging Gucci gown dripping with delicate feathers and shimmering crystals.
Throughout her shoot, the “Halo” hitmaker sparkles in baubles from Tiffany & Co.; she and husband Jay-Z were recently named the new celebrity faces of the jewelry brand.
“We were inspired by the culture and swag of the Houston rodeo,” Beyoncé told Bazaar of her new Ivy Park x Adidas collection. “This collection is a mixture of my childhood growing up in Texas and a bit of American history. I grew up going to the Houston rodeo every year. It was this amazing diverse and multicultural experience where there was something for every member of the family.”
The pop performer added that she was particularly influenced by the “overlooked history” of the black cowboy.
“Many of them were originally called cowhands, who experienced great discrimination and were often forced to work with the worst, most temperamental horses,” she explained. “They took their talents and formed the Soul Circuit. Through time, these black rodeos showcased incredible performers and helped us reclaim our place in western history and culture.”
Elsewhere in her interview, Beyoncé spoke about her hopes for her next decade of life — “My wish is for my 40s to be fun and full of freedom,” she said — and promised fans that new music “is coming.”
The “Love On Top” singer also hinted that she might have another project in the pipeline, revealing that she spent quarantine “creating positive rituals drawing from past generations and putting my own spin on things” and has been enjoying the benefits of CBD and honey.
“One of my most satisfying moments as a mom is when I found [my daughter] Blue one day soaking in the bath with her eyes closed, using blends I created and taking time for herself to decompress and be at peace,” she recalled. “I have so much to share…and there’s more to come soon!”
Could there be another celebrity beauty and/or body line in the works?
