# Green-Wigged Diva Shoots The Nicki Minaj Paper Magazine Cover is Full of Color By Rebecca Byers | Published 2012-02-13 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nicki-minaj-paper-magazine References: [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10151275664155354.811661.230687490353&type=3) & [stylebistro](http://www.stylebistro.com/Fashion%20Forum/articles/fkCR9oMSBuz/Nicki%20Minaj%20Paper%20Magazine%20Spring%20Issue) The Nicki Minaj [Paper Magazine spring cover](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reformation-spring-2025) is an Easter-colored portrait of the bold singer in a curly green wig. Minaj is styled in pastels wearing a bright apricot blazer and yellow dress. The singer opens up to Paper about going to fashion week with Anna Wintour, whom she says was extremely sweet to her, and her style icons, which include Boy George and Janet Jackson. Nicki Minaj recently performed at the Super Bowl with Madonna to perform their [recent collaboration](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-life-of-a-showgirl), 'Give Me All Your Luvin.' The Nicki Minaj Paper Magazine will hit shelves some time after she performs at the 54th Annual Grammy Awards on February 12, for which she's teamed up with choreographer Lorrieann Gibson, who has worked with Michael Jackson and Beyonce. Additional Image Source: [HR](http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/nicki-minaj-grammys-performance-laurieann-gibson-lady-gaga-289433) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 46% | Activity: 34% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Pastel Fashion:** There is an opportunity for designers and fashion brands to explore pastel colors as a trend, inspired by the Nicki Minaj Paper Magazine cover. - **Bold Wigs:** Wig manufacturers and hairstylists can capitalize on the popularity of bold wigs like the green one worn by Nicki Minaj, offering unique and colorful options for individuals to express themselves. - **Celebrity Collaborations:** Collaboration opportunities exist for musicians and artists to work together, following the success of Nicki Minaj's collaboration with Madonna for the Super Bowl performance. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can leverage the Nicki Minaj Paper Magazine cover to drive the adoption of pastel colors in clothing and accessories. - **Beauty:** The beauty industry can explore the demand for colorful and bold wigs like the green one worn by Nicki Minaj, creating a range of vibrant wig options for consumers. - **Entertainment:** The entertainment industry can learn from the success of celebrity collaborations like Nicki Minaj with Madonna, encouraging more collaborations between musicians and artists. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vegan Celebrity-Inspired Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nicki-minaj-2.md) - [Rapper-Inspired Playable Game Characters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/call-of-duty-season-5.md) - [Dynamic NFT Magazines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vogue-singapore-magazine.md) - [Iconic Touring Artist Makeup](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/madonnas-makeup.md) - [Body Paint Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miley-cyrus-maison-margiela.md) - [High-Fashion Press-On Nails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prabal-gurung-x-kiss.md) - [Rapper-Collab Juxtaposing Dynamic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/something-for-thee-hotties.md) - [Rapper-Inspired Easter Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nova-starr.md) - [Detailed Filmic Fashion Publications](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbie-the-world-tour.md)