Rihanna is bending her gender in this classic black suit, crisp white shirt and bow tie. Suits are typically worn by working men, showing their masculinity in the office. This suit depicts that Rihanna is pursuing her career. In many cases, masculinity is equal to power. Rihanna could be trying to achieve the notion that she is powerful and independent, especially after her traumatic situation with Chris Brown. Her tie, one of the most significant forms of androgynous dress, is an expression of independence (Crane, 102). Western women seek acceptance, equality and authority in formally all-male or nearly all-male reserves (Davis, 46). Short hair also contributes to the anti-femininity of her attire. It reflects her aspirations to be the "bread winner" and literally wear the pants."A girl should be a tomboy during the tomboy age, and the more tomboy she is the better." (Joseph Lee)
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