Dua Lipa at 30: 8 fashion-forward outfits that highlight her style power
As Dua Lipa celebrates her 30th birthday on August 22, the global pop sensation has cemented herself not only as one of the world’s most influential singers but also as a fearless fashion leader. Known for her ability to forecast trends before they hit the mainstream, Dua Lipa’s wardrobe choices consistently set the tone for red carpets, street style and social media feeds alike.
From sculptural couture gowns that transform runways into art galleries to playful Y2K revivals that speak directly to Gen Z, her looks embody fashion’s constant evolution. These eight defining outfits showcase how she continues to reinvent herself, proving that at 30, Dua Lipa remains a true global style icon.
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Sculptural couture at Paris Fashion Week
Dua Lipa’s appearance at the Schiaparelli Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2025/2026 show demonstrates fashion’s evolution toward wearable art. Her floor-length white gown by Daniel Roseberry featured exaggerated shoulders and intricate overlapping white fabric that created a texture akin to exotic feathers or mythical scales. The signature Schiaparelli keyhole cutout on the chest added the house’s surrealist touch. With hair styled soft and easy, accessorised only with black-and-white orb earrings, this look signals fashion’s future as architectural sculpture.
Evening sheer holiday glamour
Dua Lipa shows how delicate fabrics are being embraced for elegant occasions. (Photo: Instagram / @dualipa)
On a European holiday, Dua Lipa showcased how sheer eveningwear can feel both refined and approachable with a halter-neck gown in black lace. Styled with beachy waves and dewy makeup, the look transforms what was once considered overtly daring into sophisticated vacation glamour. Her approach points toward a wider trend: airy, delicately layered fabrics for occasions well beyond the red carpet.
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Authentic Y2K revival
In a viral mirror selfie, Dua channelled early-2000s nostalgia with a cropped black leather jacket and low-rise denim jeans. A black leather belt with an ornate silver buckle, slung low on the hips, emphasises the jeans’s distinctive cut. This is a full-immersion uniform that brings Y2K staples into the definitive casual look of the 2020s.
Intentional juxtaposition with Valentino
This hyper-feminine strapless pink mini dress with black polka dots and ruffled tiers from Valentino’s Spring/Summer 2025 collection became a styling masterclass through deliberate subversion. The dress’s inherent sweetness was challenged by sheer black tights, boots, the Chanel 25 bag and black-rimmed glasses. The pop star demonstrates the trend of intentional contrast—mixing sweet with tough, classic with quirky—to create personalised style statements.
The ‘It’ item salad: mastering trend stacking
Combining multiple concurrent micro-trends into one cohesive look, this outfit showcases the art of trend stacking. A black tank top featuring a gothic font slogan paired with a ’90s satin slip skirt with a high slit, layered gold necklaces, oversized sunglasses and a standout fluffy lilac handbag creates visual harmony from disparate elements. Hair slicked into a clean bun and minimal glossy makeup complete the polished finish. Dua Lipa demonstrates how to navigate fashion’s fast-paced, Internet-driven micro-trend cycle with sophisticated editing.
The new power casual look
The singer mixes high fashion, street style and workwear elements. (Photo: Instagram / @dualipa)
Captured in transit, this ensemble redefines power dressing for the modern era. A classic black blazer paired with a cropped white T-shirt breaks traditional corporate codes, while black leather Chrome Hearts trousers with subtle embossed patterns add edge. Statement Christian Louboutin heels featuring multi-coloured stripes complete the look. This look moves away from masculine-inspired suiting toward an expression of authority that mixes high fashion, street style and workwear elements.
Luxe leisurewear by Chanel
Coordinated knit sets are the new uniform for off-duty moments. (Photo: Instagram / @dualipa)
This three-piece Chanel Spring/Summer 2025 knit co-ord in pastel green and pink stripes signals the rise of designer leisurewear as luxury statement dressing. The set includes a top, a matching cardigan with embellished buttons and coordinating shorts. Elevated through a baby pink quilted Chanel handbag and stacked wristwear, this look combines ultimate comfort with designer credentials. It also establishes coordinated knit sets as the new uniform for off-duty moments.
Romantic body-con with historical flair
This black off-the-shoulder crop top demonstrates the future of body-conscious dressing through historical romance and modern sensuality. Dramatic bishop sleeves with ruffled cuffs and tie details evoke piratical flamboyance, while a wide sheer lace panel across the midriff transforms the piece into a contemporary statement. Styled with a sleek high ponytail and sculptural silver hoop earrings, Dua Lipa’s look forecasts a trend of playing with contrasting silhouettes and different fashion eras.
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