Dua Lipa looked absolutely stunning in a captivating shade of purple recently. The talented singer, standing at a height of 5ft8in, surprised her fans by unveiling her very own swimwear collection in collaboration with the renowned Donatella Versace, for the iconic Italian fashion brand Versace.
The gorgeous brunette showcased her stunning physique in a revealing and stylish string bikini, exuding confidence as she basked in the natural surroundings of a serene outdoor location near residential buildings.
Adorned in a pair of elegant stilettos and clutching onto a fashionable purse, she added a touch of sophistication to her ensemble, standing gracefully beside a classic vintage Cadillac convertible in a delightful cotton candy pink hue.
On Thursday, these captivating photos graced Instagram and instantly captured the attention of fans, who couldn’t help but shower them with compliments like “stunning” and “truly alluring.” Penned by the talented 27-year-old singer herself, the caption read, “The season of holidays is drawing near! ~ Enchanting shots taken by @carlijnjacobs for my breathtaking @versace ‘La Vacanza’ collection, a collaboration between myself and the fabulous @donatella_versace.” To complete her opulent appearance, she adorned herself with multiple necklaces, a belly chain, and an array of exquisite bracelets, giving off an air of sheer decadence.
Earlier this month, Dua Lipa was spotted lounging in a Versace dress, a brand she has been known to wear frequently in the past. This appearance comes after the dismissal of the copyright infringement case against her hit song “Levitating.”
The accusation was made by Artikal Sound System, claiming that Lipa’s song was a direct copy of their reggae single “Live Your Life” released in 2017. They believed that Lipa and her team had heard their song and replicated it in “Levitating.” However, US District Judge Sunshine Sykes stated on June 7 that Artikal Sound System had no evidence to prove this.
Although Artikal Sound System has the option to file a new lawsuit, their attorney Stewart Levy said they are still considering their next steps. Additionally, the judge denied their request to move the case from Los Angeles to New York, where another copyright case involving “Levitating” is pending with songwriters Sandy Linzer and L. Russell Brown.
The couple alleges that their songs from 1979 and 1980 bear a resemblance to Dua Lipa’s chart-topping hit, “Levitating.” They argue that Dua deliberately emulated their work without giving proper credit and that the signature melody of the alleged infringing works plays a significant role in their popularity. They claim that TikTok users often use truncated snippets of sound, in which the signature melody makes up a significant portion. The lawsuit not only targets Dua Lipa and Warner, but also includes DaBaby, who featured on a remix of “Levitating.” Dua Lipa herself expressed surprise at the success of “Levitating,” stating that it influenced the direction of her album, “Future Nostalgia.” Additionally, Lipa has recently expressed hurt over the UK Government’s treatment of Albanian migrants.
Born and raised in London to parents of Kosovan-Albanian descent, the popular singer known for her hit song “Levitating” expressed disappointment and frustration towards government officials who made derogatory remarks about immigrants, specifically mentioning “Albanian criminals.” Dua shared her sentiments in an interview with the Sunday Times, stating that such comments had a personal impact on her. She believed that London thrived because of its diverse cultural makeup and considered it an intrinsic part of the city’s identity. Therefore, it was disheartening to hear influential figures like politicians perpetuate narrow-minded views. Dua acknowledged that while efforts were being made to change the narrative, society still harbored individuals who believed immigrants posed a threat by taking away job opportunities. However, the artist emphasized that immigrants who had migrated had done so out of necessity and often faced hardships in their own countries. She urged for more empathy and understanding towards these individuals who had worked incredibly hard to contribute to their new communities.
Dua is fearless when it comes to expressing her opinions on political matters, but she exercises caution when it comes to endorsing specific politicians.
She elaborated, “While I enjoy engaging in political discourse globally, I prefer to steer clear of affiliating myself with politicians. I now approach this aspect of my activism with greater discretion. It’s one thing to advocate for certain rights, but I’ve come to realize that regardless of how much faith you place in someone’s character, they often disappoint you in the end.”
In the meantime, the popular singer has been genuinely pleased with the positive feedback she has received ever since she introduced her book club on her Service95 platform. She is thrilled to see that her project has sparked enthusiasm among young people and motivated them to engage in reading.
Dua expressed her delight, stating, “The response has been amazing. Parents have shared with me how their children have started to pick up books after seeing my posts. In today’s world, everything is so focused on short, quick content, but reading takes you beyond that.”
She further added, “I think it’s really important to encourage the younger generation to develop a love for reading. Social media often doesn’t prioritize this, and I know that reading has been on the decline. However, personally, I make sure to read whenever and wherever I can.”
