Beyoncé Talks Freedom, Feminism & Fashion in Elle
After revealing two stunning covers for ELLE, the magazine has released a preview of their interview with the Queen Bey.
During the rare interview, Bey gets candid about the “blessing” and “burden” behind her power. “It’s exciting,” she said. “But having the power to make every final decision and being accountable for them is definitely a burden and a blessing. To me, power is making things happen without asking for permission. It’s affecting the way people perceive themselves and the world around them. It’s making people stand up with pride.”
Bey also responded to talk about her “perfection.” “It’s really about changing the conversation,” she said. “It’s not about perfection. It’s about purpose. We have to care about our bodies and what we put in them. Women have to take the time to focus on our mental health—take time for self, for the spiritual, without feeling guilty or selfish. The world will see you the way you see you, and treat you the way you treat yourself.”
The "Formation" singer also talks about her new activewear line, Ivy Park. “It’s really the essence: to celebrate every woman and the body she’s in while always striving to be better,” she said. “I called it Ivy Park because a park is our commonality. We can all go there; we’re all welcomed. It’s anywhere we create for ourselves. For me, it’s the place that my drive comes from. I think we all have that place we go to when we need to fight through something, set our goals and accomplish them.”
