A lesson on cultural appropriation courtesy of Rihanna’s eyebrows

Published August 6, 2018 9:53pm ET



People are upset about Rihanna’s eyebrows.

The pop star was photographed sporting thin brows on the September cover of British Vogue; critics are arguing the look appropriates Latina culture. As Marie Claire’s social media editor put it, “Latinxs across the Internet voiced their frustrations at the double standard” of Rihanna passing off as high fashion a look they’re derided for wearing.

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