Rihanna didn’t just show up to Mumbai — she showed out. At the grand India launch of her Fenty Beauty brand on April 24, 2026, the global superstar delivered not one but two jaw-dropping looks that perfectly blended European haute couture with Indian high jewellery. The result? A fashion moment nobody saw coming, yet everyone will be talking about for weeks.
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Rihanna Look 1: Mugler Olive-Green Power Suit — Main Event
For the main event, Rihanna arrived in an olive-green ensemble from Miguel Castro Freitas’ Fall 2026 collection for Mugler. The monochrome look featured an oversized, structured shirt paired with a matching leather floor-length skirt.
But the real showstopper wasn’t the outfit — it was the jewellery. She sported a signature haathphool by Indian designer Manish Malhotra, crafted in white gold and encrusted with brilliant uncut diamonds — a heavy tribute to Indian craftsmanship.
She also wore the Assam Bracelet by Sabyasachi High Jewellery, crafted in 18k gold with tourmaline, emerald, ruby, spinel, sapphire, garnet, iolite, kyanite, turquoise, coral, and brilliant-cut diamonds — paired with a bracelet from the Bengal Broadway Byzantine collection and layered rings from the Bengal Royale collection.
Look 2: Custom Alaïa Black Dress — After-Party
For the after-party, Rihanna donned a custom Alaïa creation by Pieter Mulier from its 2026 Summer-Fall collection — a black fit-and-flare dress with a high turtleneck, full sleeves, and V-shaped leather cut-outs, giving her attire a sharp edge.
She again sported the Manish Malhotra diamond haathphool, proving it to be the ultimate versatile accessory, and added multiple diamond rings and ear cuffs for extra sparkle.
Fashion Breakdown at a Glance
| Look | Designer | Jewellery |
|---|---|---|
| Olive-green monochrome | Mugler Fall 2026 | Manish Malhotra haathphool + Sabyasachi High Jewellery |
| Black after-party dress | Custom Alaïa by Pieter Mulier | Manish Malhotra haathphool + diamond rings & ear cuffs |
Why This Moment Matters
Rihanna wearing a haathphool — a traditional Indian hand ornament — on the global stage is a beautiful nod to the country she was visiting. It’s the kind of cultural crossover that elevates a celebrity appearance into a genuine fashion statement. For fans of Indian designer jewellery and Bollywood-inspired style, this is the crossover moment we didn’t know we needed.
The event itself drew Mumbai’s biggest names — Janhvi Kapoor, Isha Ambani, and Orry were all in attendance. And just before leaving the stage, Rihanna charmed the entire crowd with a heartfelt “Shukriya.”
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FAQs
What Indian jewellery did Rihanna wear at the Fenty Beauty Mumbai launch?
She wore a Manish Malhotra diamond haathphool alongside multiple pieces from Sabyasachi High Jewellery, including the Assam Bracelet and Bengal Royale rings in 18k gold.
What designers did Rihanna wear at the Mumbai Fenty Beauty event?
Rihanna wore Mugler’s Fall 2026 collection for the main event and a custom Alaïa creation by Pieter Mulier for the after-party.
