As an actress and model herself, Jane has embodied diverse roles and styles while fearlessly experimenting with an array of haircuts and colors. Her journey from being in front of the lens to behind the scenes as a makeup artist and hairstylist has enriched her understanding of style and beauty. Armed with this experience and coupled with a journalism degree, Jane now thrives as a writer at the Right Hairstyles. Outside her editorial pursuits, Jane revels in expressing her creativity through writing, makeup artistry, fashion styling, and immersing herself in the worlds of cinema and literature.
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If there’s one thing we’ve learned from Dua Lipa since she burst onto the scene in 2015, it’s that she’s never afraid of a major hair transformation. From luscious brunette waves to striking two-toned colors, Dua’s hair journey is a treasure trove of inspiration for beauty lovers everywhere (including us).
Whether she’s rocking baby bangs, a mullet, or an elegant updo, Dua’s hairstyles are always on point and effortlessly cool. So, let’s dive into the 29 most iconic hairstyles Dua Lipa has blessed us with over the years.
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Dua Lipa has mesmerized many with her seamless transitions between various hair colors over the years, leaving fans curious about her natural hair color. In 2019, Lipa posted a picture of her younger self on Instagram, revealing her dark-brown hair styled in multiple little pigtails. Over the years, she has shared several throwback photos from her childhood, consistently showing that her natural hair is a rich dark-brown.
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Remember late 2016 when Dua gave us a fresh take on her long, dark brown locks? This was her first foray into a deep side part, paired with shorter, wavy ends. It was a subtle shift from her signature middle part but made all the difference.
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Dua’s look for the 2019 Met Gala was nothing short of show-stopping. Her camp-themed hair featured major volume and length, with five jewelry pieces creating a crown-like headband effect.
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At the Yves Saint Laurent fragrance launch in 2019, Dua debuted thick, eye-skimming bangs with blunt mid-length ends. This look was a dramatic departure from her usual styles, making her almost unrecognizable.
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Channeling Ariana Grande vibes, Dua rocked a high ponytail at the 2019 American Music Awards. With her roots grown out, the contrast between her natural hair and blonde extensions was striking.
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October 2019 marked Dua’s biggest hair transformation: a two-toned blunt long bob. The combination of jet-black roots and color underneath and honey-blonde base was an iconic reverse hair moment. Dua showed off super-contrasted roots and bendy waves. The low-maintenance grow-out style was perfect for anyone looking to embrace their natural roots.
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In January 2020, Dua revisited the side part, this time with a wavier, more textured lob. A lightweight wave spray or cream is key to achieving this lived-in look.
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Dua’s 2020 Grammy Awards look featured a super-tight top knot, a blunt middle part, and face-framing pieces. Paired with ’90s-inspired makeup, this hairstyle was a total red-carpet win.
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During quarantine in 2020, Dua DIYed her hair into a black base with bubble-gum pink roots. This fun and playful style was a quarantine favorite.
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In August 2020, Dua rocked thick, side-swept bangs and a high ponytail. This super-dark brown dye job added a retro flair to her look.
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Dua’s long pigtail braids in October 2020 were the epitome of cute and playful. Perfect for lazy styling days, this look is easy to recreate.
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In June, Dua played with red and black dye, paired with grown-out bangs. This style proved that two hair colors are always better than one.
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For a Vogue photoshoot, Dua posed with extra-long, pin-straight bright orange hair and wispy bangs. This bold color choice was striking and memorable.
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Dua embraced the Y2K vibe with a straight blonde bob featuring dark brown underneath. This nostalgic style was a nod to early 2000s fashion.
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Pairing her sequined burgundy dress with voluminous, loose burgundy-purple curls, Dua looked stunning and perfectly coordinated.
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After some hair breakage from bleaching, Dua sported short blonde baby bangs for a while, adding a playful touch to her dark brown hair.
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Dua styled her almost-black hair with wispy curtain bangs and a sparkly pin. This look was both elegant and whimsical.
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One of her most talked-about looks, the teal blue textured bob with long bangs, was truly iconic from her photoshoot with a bunny.
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For the Versace fashion show, Dua walked the runway with sleek, pin-straight, waist-length dark hair. This dramatic look was a showstopper.
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In another look for her Versace collab, Dua was photographed with a sleek, dark ponytail with a glossy finish, proving she can pull off any style.
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Bright pink voluminous hair with dark roots looked stunning on Dua. The vivid color suited her contrasting features perfectly.
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Dua looked gorgeous on the red carpet with a low, dark ponytail that had an effortless finish, unlike her usual sleek styles.
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For the Argylle movie, Dua sported a light blonde lob with darker roots styled in a side part. This softer blonde was a fresh look for her.
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For a Beauty Papers magazine photoshoot, Dua’s honey blonde hair was styled in a messy, voluminous bombshell look, completed with bleached brows for a high-fashion edge.
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At the Cannes Festival in 2023, Dua’s hair was styled in a tousled messy updo with extra-long, thin curtain bangs grazing her nose tip, creating a romantic, effortless vibe.
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This current shade is a signature look for Dua, marking the beginning of a new era. Styled with soft, curled layers and deep side bangs, this cherry cola red is truly iconic.
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Dua’s signature dark red hair was styled in a slicked-back spiky updo—a bold and edgy take on the classic ballerina bun. With a middle part and a few strands left out, this look was a versatile summer favorite.
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For Elle USA, Dua’s hair was styled with messy ultra volume and a front strand falling on her face, creating a dramatic and high-fashion look.
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Dua Lipa’s hair journey is nothing short of spectacular. From elegant updos to bold colors, she never shies away from experimenting. Each hairstyle not only complements her unique features but also sets new trends. So, the next time you’re looking for hair inspo, just remember: if Dua can pull it off, so can you!
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