Series Intro
Our series The One Thing is a Sparknotes version of the products, rituals, and moments your favorite celebrities and influencers swear by—their go-tos, must-haves, and can’t-live-withouts. So go ahead—take a brief, intimate peek into the lives of your favorites through the things (and people, and moments) they hold dear.
There’s one thing about Dua Lipa I think we can all agree on: She’s not afraid to contradict herself. In fact, duality is part of her power. Whether it’s a brilliant and out-of-left-field music collaboration (Elton John comes to mind), an album name (Future Nostalgia, anyone?), or even a yoga session fueled by Aperol Spritzes rather than electrolytes, the pop star does what she wants with confidence. Her spontaneity, cheeky style, and willingness to experiment make her an increasingly rare star in today’s hyper-curated music industry, and it’s why dance music fans everywhere (myself included) love her.
Who else but Dua Lipa would dream up a Versace collection seemingly inspired by a throwaway Instagram caption? What other disco queen could release hit after hit while somehow also always on vacation? That spirit of freedom also makes her a natural pick for YSL Beauty to act as ambassador for the latest addition to the brand’s iconic Libre fragrance collection, Absolu Platine.
“When I wear this scent, I feel confident and in my power,” Lipa tells Byrdie, adding that it’s her go-to when she wants to leave an impact. “I love wearing it most at night. I always reach for any of the Libre scents when I have a big night ahead of me, like a red carpet appearance or award ceremony.” Absolu Platine delivers the most concentrated distillation of the Libre scent yet with strong notes of lavender and orange blossom. The resulting fragrance is equal parts warm sensuality and bold diva. (She’s just like Dua for real.)
Read on for more from the “Dance the Night” singer, including beauty tips, scent memories, and the book she can’t put down. This is Dua Lipa’s The One Thing.
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The One Style and Scent Moment She’ll She’ll Always Remember
“My favorite scent and style memory has to be the Met Gala from this past year when I was co-chair. It was such a big night for me, and wearing Libre totally fit the moment. In terms of more everyday wear, you really can’t go wrong with a classic YSL look—a chic blazer and perfectly tailored trousers.”
The One Thing She’s Learned About Fashion
“The more risks I take with fashion, the more I understand how much goes into every look. From creating a mood board for the type of moment, you want to create to bringing in an amazing tailor to get the fit just right. It takes a village!”
The Beauty Icons She’s Inspired By
“It’s a bit cliché, but I think every little girl adopted some fashion and beauty tricks from their mum. I know I certainly did. Outside of the women in my family, I’ve always been really drawn to the ’90s heyday of iconic fashion models like Kate Moss and Kristen McMenamy.”
The One Thing She Always Brings on Vacation
“A book! I try to use my downtime wisely and step away from my phone as much as I can, so having a book on hand is always a must. I recently launched a book club with my Service95 platform to share this lifelong love of mine with my fans, and I’ve been really inspired by the positive engagement we’ve seen with each book of the month.”
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The One Book She’s Reading
“Well speaking of the book club! This month’s title is the classic Just Kids by Patti Smith. I’ve loved reading alongside so many of my fans who have been following along with our discussion guides and the Q&A I had the privilege of doing with Patti herself. We’ll be rolling out a new book every month, so stay tuned for what we’ve chosen for next month!
The One Beauty Philosophy She Lives By
“I love trying new beauty and fashion looks for every new project, whether that be a video shoot, brand campaign, or editorial. I’ve tried quite a few looks with my YSL family on our shoots! Playing around with hair in this way is just an extension of my creative process and brings the whole vision to life.”
The One Manicure She’s Into Right Now
“My nails are pretty tame right now! I just have on a nude pink shade. Similarly to fashion and makeup, I look at my nails as an extension of any look I’m doing. I like to change it up a lot, but I think one of my favorite go-to nail looks from the past year or so has to be chrome.”
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The One Beauty Look That She Always Comes Back to
“This feels like too easy an answer, but I really feel the most like me when I let my hair take a break from heat and styling, and I have a fresh face with really minimal makeup. I like pairing things down when I don’t have to be in full glam.
The One Thing She Does to Unwind
“Yoga has been such an important practice in my life. I make time for it every day regardless of where I am in the world or what I’m doing. It’s a great way to get your body moving, and it really keeps me grounded.”