Marred by a myriad of delays, Rihanna‘s new album missed yet another lucrative release window this Christmas.

However, that didn’t halt the stunner from getting into the holiday spirit home in Barbados.

Armed with her ever-present handbag Melissa, the model shared a number of shots of herself soaking up the blazing heat.

Perhaps the break will offer some much needed inspiration for this elusive #R8 project of hers.

Your thoughts?