# Presidential Manicures Rihanna Rocks Obama's Face on Her Fingernails By lourdes sanchez bayas | Published 2009-02-06 | Celebs Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/presidential-manicure-rihanna-obama-portrait References: [justjared.buzznet](http://justjared.buzznet.com/2009/01/31/rihanna-obama-fingernail/) The drop-dead gorgeous pop singer Rihanna joined the legions of President Obama admirers who have emblazoned the Prez’s image on some part of their body. The 20-year-old singer’s choice to express her allegiance was to have Obama’s face clearly [painted on one of her fingernails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tipzy). Rihanna had a mini replica of Shepard Fairey’s now-famous portrait of President Obama [perfectly manicured on her pinky](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/braille-nails) from talented artisans at Minx Nails. She showed off the look in late January during her [NFL Pepsi Smash Super Bowl Concert](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glamnetic-x-fanatics-collection) at the Ford Ampitheatre, located within the Florida State Fairgrounds. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 50% | Activity: 31% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Celebs](https://www.trendhunter.com/celebs) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Pop Culture-inspired Manicures:** Incorporate famous figures or icons into manicure designs for a personalized touch. - **Custom Nail Art:** Offer customers personalized designs and art on their nails for a unique and trendy experience. - **Celebrity-inspired Fashion Statements:** Celebrities can influence fashion trends, including nail art designs and styles. ### Who This Affects Most - **Beauty and Personal Care:** There is a growing demand for personalized and unique beauty experiences among consumers. - **Entertainment:** Celebrities and pop culture have a strong influence on fashion and beauty trends. - **Art and Design:** Custom and personalized nail art and designs are becoming more popular and mainstream, presenting opportunities for artists and designers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fast Food-Inspired Nail Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nails-inc-x-mcdonalds.md) - [Condiment-Inspired Manicures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mayo-mani.md) - [QSR-Inspired Nail Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcdonalds-collection.md) - [Nail Polish Restaurant Partnerships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opi-and-wingstop.md) - [Fashion-Branded Press-On Nails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/impress-x-kate-spade.md) - [Iced Tea-Inspired Manicures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arizona-x-impress.md) - [Performance-Driven Nail Care Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/official-nail-partner.md) - [Athletic Nail Polish Ambassadors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sally-hansen-and-jared-mccain.md) - [Express Beauty Festival Activations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/impress-no-glue.md)