She was named a National Hero in her home country of Barbados just days ago.
And as if receiving the insignia wasn't already enough, Rihanna treated herself to some retail therapy while back in the US.
The 33-year-old mogul - full name Robyn Rihanna Fenty - was seen out on a shopping spree with boyfriend A$AP Rocky in the SoHo neighborhood of New York City on Thursday.
Retail therapy: Rihanna was seen out on a shopping spree with boyfriend A$AP Rocky in the SoHo neighborhood of New York City on Thursday
The two looked ever so loved up as the 33-year-old Harlem native - real name Rakim Athelaston Mayers - held onto the hand of his ladylove through much of the trip.
At one point he even grabbed her hand to help her walk up a curb on the wet streets of the Big Apple.
Rihanna bundled up in a quilted Miu Miu coat as she enjoyed the day out at the trending shopping destination full of designer boutiques and fancy chain stores.
What a gent! The two looked ever so loved up as the 33-year-old Harlem native - real name Rakim Athelaston Mayers - held onto the hand of his ladylove through much of the trip.
Careful eye: At one point he even grabbed her hand to help her walk up a curb on the wet streets of the Big Apple
The 33-year-old mogul - full name Robyn Rihanna Fenty - bundled up in a quilted Miu Miu coat as she enjoyed the day out at the trending shopping destination full of designer boutiques and fancy chain stores
She rocked the couture outerwear over a matching dark flightsuit featuring billowy pant legs.
The stunner tucked the bottoms into clinging black suede knee high booties.
The Fenty entrepreneur rocked a pair of very stylish white plastic sunglasses with silver mirrored lenses on the outing and finished off the outfit with a pair of Miu Miu gloves.
In the details: She rocked the couture outerwear over a matching dark flightsuit featuring billowy pant legs
Rocking it: The stunner tucked the bottoms into clinging black suede knee high booties
Phresh Off The Runway: The Fenty entrepreneur rocked a pair of very stylish white plastic sunglasses with silver mirrored lenses on the outing and finished off the outfit with a pair of Miu Miu gloves
Rihanna's raven-colored tresses were put into braids as one hung down her shoulder.
She accentuated her natural looks with complementary make-up topped off with a pop of color in the form of bright red lip.
Rocky kept his look simple in a red wool letterman's jacket with an image of a cat embroidered on the chest.
Vibes: Rocky kept his look simple in a red wool letterman's jacket with an image of a cat embroidered on the chest
No One Ever Really Dies: He completed the look with a yellow trucker cap inspired by the early 2000s N.E.R.D.-era Pharrell Williams over his braids
Couture: The two certainly got plenty of shopping done as they hit the Celine flagship store
He also donned baggy blue jeans along with white sneakers.
He completed the look with a yellow trucker cap inspired by the early 2000s N.E.R.D.-era Pharrell Williams over his braids.
The two certainly got plenty of shopping done as they hit the Celine flagship store and even hit up a vintage shop to check out old school T-Shirts.
As if that wasn't enough their final stop was at Flight Club New York where they checked out some of the most rare unworn sneakers.
Oldschool cool: They even hit up a vintage shop to check out old school T-Shirts
Stunning: Rihanna's raven-colored tresses were put into braids as one hung down her shoulder
Stepping out: As if that wasn't enough their final stop was at Flight Club New York where they checked out some of the most rare unworn sneakers
Just days ago, Barbados ushered in a new era on Monday after ending the Queen's 55-year role as head of state and becoming the world's new republic.
The A-list singer was on hand to witness the historic moment inaugural president Dame Sandra Mason was sworn in during a ceremony headed by Prince Charles in the Caribbean island's capital, Bridgetown.
The pop star-turned-billionaire entrepreneur was among the many dignitaries, including the Prince of Wales, on hand to attend the ceremony.
Honored: Braless Rihanna was honored with the National Hero Award shortly after the nation became a republic and Dame Sandra Mason was sworn in as the first president of the country on Monday
Rihanna was also honored with the National Hero Award shortly after the nation became a republic. It was Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley who would bestow the honor by referencing one of her hit songs.
'May you continue to shine like a diamond and bring honor to your nation by your works, by your actions,' the prime minister told Rihanna, in a nod to her 2012 chart-topping single, Diamonds.
The Fenty Beauty founder ensured she caught the eye going braless in an orange silk dress and strappy heels as she was congratulated by former recipient Sir Garfield Sobers.
Engaging sight: The pop superstar and entrepreneur made a splash decked out in an orange dress that hugged her curves in all the right ways
Best wishes: The Queen sent the new republic of Barbados her 'warmest good wishes for your happiness, peace and prosperity in the future' as it celebrates its 'momentous day' on becoming a republic
Sexy step: Rihaana also donned a pair of matching strappy heels
