An avid reader, Dua Lipa sat down for a chat at the London Literature Festival 2026 in conversation with moderator and novelist Zadie Smith and poet Mustafa about all things books at the Royal Festival Hall yesterday in London. The musician showed off two playful styles for two panel discussions.
Lipa spoke to Smith and Mustafa about her lengthy reading list, along with Smith’s 2000 debut novel, “White Teeth.” Mustafa and Lipa are longtime collaborators and close friends. For her discussion, Lipa put her best foot forward, dressed in a pair of sharp and stylish Le Silla Colette knee-high booties. For her secondary look, Lipa wore Prada pumps fixed with feather adornments.
The striking silhouette featured angular knife-like toes that gave way to plush, polished lambskin leather uppers and winding lace-up closures that were reminiscent of corset detailing. It looks like Lipa was wearing the 4.7-inch style, which features thin stiletto heels that transition into nappa leather soles. The Colette currently retails for $1,733 on the brand’s website and comes in a variety of colorways and heel sizes.
Le Silla is seemingly a favorite of the musicians. Whether it’s a custom style for her Radical Optimism tour or one of Le Silla’s ready-to-wear options, Lipa has often opted for the brand’s wears for in-person events. We’ve seen Lipa in the brand’s Shirley sandals, Amelia pumps and Belen sandals over the years, worn to brand parties or in her daily life.
In striking opposition to her monochrome black shoes, the “Don’t Start Now” singer sported a Chanel fall 2026 look in a vibrant red hue. The outfit was made of a textural fabric with faux-fur dark red trim along the sleeves and across the hips. The construction was slightly slouchy in places, while form-fitted in others. The singer sported geometric studs that stood out, especially since Lipa wore her hair slicked back into a chic bun.
The “New Rules” singer’s Prada pumps featured white satin uppers absolutely drenched with white faux feathers that covered the shoes entirely from toe to heel. Pointed toes gave way to lace-up detailing, silver metal hardware to keep the lacing in place and short stiletto heels. The feather-heavy silhouette currently retails for $2,450. The feathers offered texture, while the lace detail imparted a sporty feel.
Lipa also wore a full Prada ensemble, complementary to her footwear choice. Both pieces, a tank top and matching midi-length skirt, were black and made of nylon, which is a slinky and fitted fabric, slippery and shiny in nature. Partnered with her heels, Lipa also wore Prada socks, an embroidered cotton style with floral accents.
Lipa has long since made her love for reading known through ventures like her Service95 Book Club. The singer even met her now-husband Callum Turner via a chance encounter and a book.