When you think of Sha’Carri Richardson, you picture that unapologetic, electrifying sprinter blazing down the track with bold nails, bright hair, and an even brighter personality.
But if 2025 has shown us anything, it’s that there’s so much more to the Olympic medalist than her race day persona. This year, Sha’Carri has officially entered what she affectionately calls her “soft, rich girl era,” and she’s not keeping it a secret.
In a candid moment caught in her recent YouTube vlog, documenting her journey to the MET Gala 2025, Richardson had a glowing confession.
As she stood before the mirror, trying on a butter-yellow gown paired with a lavender lace bodysuit by Alessandro Michele, she admired her reflection and declared:
“I’m loving this. It’s giving me soft. I told my boyfriend I’m in my soft, rich girl era.”
The room erupted in laughter, but it was a moment that summed up the new chapter she’s embracing — one rooted in loving energy, connection, and divine femininity.
A New Chapter, A New Sha’Carri
This isn’t just a one-off mood. December 2024 marked the first time Richardson publicly spoke about intentionally stepping out of survival mode. In an interview with Essence, she opened up about embracing her feminine side, indulging in simple joys, from cooking and dancing to surrounding herself with bright colors and signature nail sets.
“I love the fact that in areas of my feminine side, I’m thriving,” she said.
The vibe has carried over into 2025. Between walking the iconic Cannes Film Festival carpet and soaking in dreamy moments with boyfriend and fellow sprinter Christian Coleman, Sha’Carri has made it clear: this era is about balance, beauty, and being unbothered.
Balancing Fame, Track Life, and Love
Though it might seem like Richardson is living in a blissful bubble, the truth is, she’s still grinding hard behind the scenes. The same MET Gala vlog showed another side of her fast-paced lifestyle.
“I just feel like it’s out of control that I was just in China and now I’m in New York,” she remarked, revealing the whirlwind schedule she navigates.
From cheering Coleman at the World Relays in China to strutting the MET carpet in New York, and then jetting off to Tokyo for her season debut at the Seiko Golden Grand Prix, where she finished fourth, Sha’Carri is constantly on the move.
And while 2025 hasn’t started off as smoothly on the track for both Richardson and Coleman, the couple’s bond seems stronger than ever. They’ve been spotted supporting each other’s races, planning surprises, and sharing candid moments, proving that even elite athletes deserve soft, loving spaces in their lives.
The Hustle Never Stops
Off the track, Sha’Carri continues to build her brand. She’s kept up with brand partnerships, including a recent contract with Wasserman, maintained an active social media presence, and remained a figure fans can’t get enough of, whether she’s dazzling at high-profile events or sharing snippets of her daily life.
Still, for Richardson, it’s not about slowing down.
“The girl is on the move. I love it though,” she said with a smile.
Balancing multiple roles, elite athlete, celebrity, girlfriend, and influencer, isn’t for the faint of heart, but if anyone can do it while keeping her glow intact, it’s Sha’Carri.
As she continues to chase gold on the track and soak up every bit of love and luxury off it, one thing is clear: Sha’Carri Richardson is living life on her own terms, and she’s loving every second of it.
