“Leather & Legends: Inside Dua Lipa’s Show-Stopping Rock Hall Fashion Moments”
In a night that married rock royalty with fashion excellence, Dua Lipa proved once again why she’s fashion’s favorite rebel at the 2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. The “Training Season” chanteuse delivered not one, but two head-turning Chrome Hearts ensembles that left fashion observers breathless and cemented her status as style’s most exciting risk-taker.
For the red carpet, Lipa introduced the evening’s gothic narrative with a custom Chrome Hearts leather gown that whispered dark romance while screaming edge. The piece, a masterwork of leather craftsmanship, featured the brand’s signature cross motifs rendered in gleaming fabric, strategically placed to catch the Cleveland lights. The real showstoppers? Daring side cut-outs adorned with chains and cross charms that transformed the traditional gown silhouette into something decidedly more provocative.
But it was her performance look alongside the legendary Cher that truly captured the essence of rock ‘n’ roll fashion. Switching into what can only be described as leather poetry in motion, Lipa emerged in a sleeveless halter creation that pushed the boundaries of conventional stage wear. The dress, with its audacious waist-high slits on both sides, created a striking silhouette that paid homage to both vintage rock aesthetics and contemporary fashion sensibilities.
The devil, as they say, was in the details. Lipa’s styling choices elevated both looks from merely dramatic to definitively iconic. Her recently unveiled raven locks – a departure from her previous cherry coke hue – were styled in an effortlessly chic side-parted blowout that screamed modern rock goddess. The addition of fishnet stockings (a punk staple if ever there was one) and knee-high black leather boots grounded the look in authentic rock heritage.
Perhaps most noteworthy were her Chrome Hearts calf-length booties from the red carpet portion – a coveted piece featuring the brand’s unmistakable cross motif embossed on glossy black leather. The pointed-toe silhouette and modest block heel (a practical 1-2 inches) proved that comfort and style need not be mutually exclusive, even at music’s most prestigious ceremonies.
Finishing touches included delicate diamond earrings and a statement silver cuff that added just the right amount of sparkle without overshadowing the ensemble’s dark allure. Her makeup artist opted for a sultry fall palette – rose gold shimmer on the eyes, a subtle flush on the cheeks, and a sophisticated matte mauve lip that tied the entire look together.
