# Flag-Wrapped Songstress Editorials This Cover of BEAT Magazine Features a Patriotic Beyoncé By Ady Floyd | Published 2015-10-20 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flagwrapped References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2015/10/beyonce-beat-magazine-cover-interview) & [thebeatjuice](http://www.thebeatjuice.com/look/2015/10/19/12865/she-sneezed-on-the-beat-and-the-beat-got-sicker/) This month’s issue of BEAT Magazine will feature the sultry R&B artist Beyoncé in a stunning American flag-wrapped photography series. Among the American-themed editorial shoot, the flawless artist can be seen holding a chicken, wearing a [tie-dyed bathing suit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-swim-collection) and riding a bike. The playful series, which was photographed by Ryan McGinley is filled with summer-inspired scenes. The photographer is able to show a playful side to the [sultry singer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/raye), while still capturing her fiercely bold presence. In addition to the beautiful flag-wrapped poses, the magazine spread will feature an interview with Beyoncé. This will be the very first interview 'Queen B' has given to a print publication in two years. This issue of BEAT will be on sale for consumer purchase on October 21. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 87% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Celebs](https://www.trendhunter.com/celebs) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Patriotic-themed Fashion Editorials:** Opportunity for fashion brands to create unique collections that showcase national pride and iconic symbols. - **Artist Collaborations with Fashion Magazines:** Opportunity for magazines to attract more consumers by collaborating with famous artists, and for artists to showcase their talents in different creative mediums. - **Exclusive Print Interviews with Celebrities:** Opportunity for print publications to attract readership by offering rare and exclusive interviews with popular celebrities. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can leverage national pride and patriotic symbols to create unique collections, while fashion magazines can collaborate with artists to attract more consumers. - **Entertainment:** The exclusivity of interviews with popular celebrities can be used by print publications to attract readership. - **Publishing:** Opportunity for print publications to create unique and exclusive content that attracts their target audience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Country Album-Celebrating Combos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cowboy-combo-meals.md) - [Celeb-Backed Workout Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peloton-and-beyonc.md) - [Celebratory Photo Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonic-editions.md) - [Music-Inspired Retail Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summers-greatest-hits.md) - [Celebrity-Headed Haircare Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ccred.md) - [Multifaceted Swimsuit Cover Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sports-illustrated-swimsuit-1.md) - [Music Magazine Cover NFTs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rolling-stone.md) - [Rapper-Backed Swimwear Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-girl-summer.md) - [Pride-Honoring Bird Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pride-birds.md)