Cardi B Becomes Playboy's First Ever Creative Director
By TheBlast Staff on December 3, 2021 at 3:15 AM EST
Cardi B has quickly risen to the top, as one of the biggest artists in the world, over the past years. She's also locked in some very impressive collaborations, as this time, it involves getting together with Playboy.
Cardi Becomes First Creative Director Of Playboy
Cardi and Playboy both took to social media today, to reveal that the rapper will be the brand's first creative director, in residence. At the same time, Cardi is the Founding Creative Director and a founding member of CENTERFOLD, which is the the new creator-led platform, from Playboy.
"Ya girl is now the FIRST EVER Creative Director In Residence at @playboy!!! What a dream!! im getting the party started as the Founding Creative Director and a founding member of CENTERFOLD the new creator-led platform from @playboy. I'm so excited for everything that's coming."
"Ya girl is now the FIRST EVER Creative Director In Residence at @playboy!!! What a dream!! im getting the party started as the Founding Creative Director and a founding member of CENTERFOLD the new creator-led platform from @playboy. I'm so excited for everything that's coming 😏" pic.twitter.com/drz12FLfuC
— Cardi B (@iamcardib) December 2, 2021
Cardi's Roles In Playboy Positions Revealed
According to the New York Post, Cardi's Creative Director In Residence position, Cardi will "provide artistic direction across co-branded fashion and sexual wellness merchandise collections, digital editorial, experiential activations and more." With Playboy's Centerbold brand, Playboy is looking to "revolutionize" the creative world.
“For as long as I can remember, I’ve felt connected to Playboy. It’s truly the original platform for uncensored creativity and I’m inspired by its incredible legacy of fighting for personal freedoms,” Cardi said in a press release. “I have so many ideas already – I can’t wait!”
Cardi Received High Praise From Playboy
Playboy has been one of the most iconic brands for decades, and it's only right that they collaborate with one of the hottest artists in the industry, in regards to her looks, and music. Ben Kohn, chief executive officer of PLBY Group, is confident in what Cardi brings to the table, as he labeled her as a "creative genius."
“Cardi B is a creative genius and we are absolutely thrilled and honored to bring her immense talent and creative vision to Playboy. Through her unapologetic commitment to free expression, her dedication to lifting up artistic voices and her celebration of sex and body positivity, Cardi is the embodiment of the Playboy brand.”
Cardi Asks Fans Which Artists They'd Like To See In Playboy
Following Cardi's huge announcement about working with Playboy, she took to her Twitter feed, to get feedback from fans. One of the questions asked, was which artists that they'd like to see grace a cover, of Playboy.
"I can’t believe I’m the creative director at playboy!!! Soooo much things I want to do!Which artist would y’all love to see on some sexy s*it on the cover of playboy?"
Among the answers that fans gave to Cardi, were stars such as Rihanna, Ariana Grande, Doja Cat, Selena Gomez, and Nicki Minaj.
I can’t believe I’m the creative director at playboy!!! Soooo much things I want to do!Which artist would y’all love to see on some sexy shit on the cover of playboy?
— Cardi B (@iamcardib) December 2, 2021